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Silvermaul
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Aquastream XT Ultra - Leak after two months of usage
Sunday, August 21st 2011, 2:41pm
Hi,
as if all the other problems were not enough, e.g. Aquaero LT fail, buggy - non existent software support or support in general I noticed aquainlet leaking. See pictures below :
This is two months after purchase of the product with very very limited use. I was able to find this because aquatube reported a lower percentage so kudos to aquatube and the old aquasuite software for this.
I am pretty sure the problem lies to the plug and cool connection - this is the only connection of this kind in my loop.
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Really disappointed with the quality of these products overall.
I do not expect any of the aquacomputer mods to answer me - nor do I need any of their help. I have had it.
Update :
After careful inspection it appears that the leak is from the pump itself and not from the aquainlet which makes things even worse. So after normal operation for (gasp) 2 months the pump leaks.
Amazing stuff!
as if all the other problems were not enough, e.g. Aquaero LT fail, buggy - non existent software support or support in general I noticed aquainlet leaking. See pictures below :
This is two months after purchase of the product with very very limited use. I was able to find this because aquatube reported a lower percentage so kudos to aquatube and the old aquasuite software for this.
I am pretty sure the problem lies to the plug and cool connection - this is the only connection of this kind in my loop.
Uploaded with ImageShack.us
Uploaded with ImageShack.us
Really disappointed with the quality of these products overall.
I do not expect any of the aquacomputer mods to answer me - nor do I need any of their help. I have had it.
Update :
After careful inspection it appears that the leak is from the pump itself and not from the aquainlet which makes things even worse. So after normal operation for (gasp) 2 months the pump leaks.
Amazing stuff!
Shoggy
Sven - Admin
Sunday, August 21st 2011, 7:23pm
I guess there is a crack on the thread of the pressure side and the water runs down on the sides. That normally only happens when using adapters of poor quality or when the adapter has been tighten too strong.
Just check if you see any cracks in this area.
Just check if you see any cracks in this area.
Silvermaul
Junior Member
Friday, September 2nd 2011, 12:57am
So here is the update as promised.
To repair the broke pump first disassemble your loop.
Then with a straight screwdriver just remove the yellow cover. Then you will see something like this :
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After you do that gently pull the board up. Then remove the thermal sensor plug and cut the power supply cables. Also note which cable goes where - I am unsure whether the circuit works with both polarities and there is no plus minus or whatever sign so please make sure to note which cable goes where to avoid further trouble.
You will end up with something like this :
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Then just put everything back together, by repeating the above steps backwards, with the new pump and you are ready!
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That's it.
Things to note. Do not apply much/any pressure to the pressure or suction side of the pump when screwing the fittings This thing is more fragile than glass. Also the crack in my pump cannot be seen with naked eye and appeared only after two months of normal usage.
Many thanks to Shoggy - or Sven Hanisch I think it's the same and one person who generally helps.
Complain :
The same day I ordered the replacement pump I also ordered some curved fittings - paying 2 X transfer fees. Both orders arrived together in one box. So aquacomputer paid one fee while I paid two. It's not like 5 euros make such a difference in this life but what it makes a difference are the small details. Also both plastic pens I received as "gifts" for my 1K euros order are broken
Anyway that's it. Hope this thread helps someone else.
To repair the broke pump first disassemble your loop.
Then with a straight screwdriver just remove the yellow cover. Then you will see something like this :
Uploaded with ImageShack.us
After you do that gently pull the board up. Then remove the thermal sensor plug and cut the power supply cables. Also note which cable goes where - I am unsure whether the circuit works with both polarities and there is no plus minus or whatever sign so please make sure to note which cable goes where to avoid further trouble.
You will end up with something like this :
Uploaded with ImageShack.us
Then just put everything back together, by repeating the above steps backwards, with the new pump and you are ready!
Uploaded with ImageShack.us
That's it.
Things to note. Do not apply much/any pressure to the pressure or suction side of the pump when screwing the fittings This thing is more fragile than glass. Also the crack in my pump cannot be seen with naked eye and appeared only after two months of normal usage.
Many thanks to Shoggy - or Sven Hanisch I think it's the same and one person who generally helps.
Complain :
The same day I ordered the replacement pump I also ordered some curved fittings - paying 2 X transfer fees. Both orders arrived together in one box. So aquacomputer paid one fee while I paid two. It's not like 5 euros make such a difference in this life but what it makes a difference are the small details. Also both plastic pens I received as "gifts" for my 1K euros order are broken
Anyway that's it. Hope this thread helps someone else.
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