Lowara
Union / Pipe Joint Leakage
Water leaking from the threaded or union connections on suction or discharge
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Possible Causes
Loose union nuts, Damaged union O‑rings or gaskets, Poorly applied thread sealant, Pipe strain misaligning Lowara pump connections
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Turn off pump and relieve system pressure before loosening any fittings.
- Tighten unions: Hand‑tighten union nuts, then snug slightly with a strap wrench if needed. Do not overtighten plastic fittings.
- Inspect O‑rings/gaskets: Disassemble leaking unions and inspect the sealing elements. Replace with compatible Lowara or equivalent parts if damaged.
- Check alignment: Ensure pipework is aligned naturally with the pump ports and not forcing the pump out of position.
- Re‑seal threads: For threaded connections, clean old sealant and reapply PTFE tape or approved thread sealant before reassembly.
- Test for leaks: Restart the pump and observe all joints.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Lowara pump union O‑rings/gaskets
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