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Leak Sealer for Solar (Glycol filled) System

Mike2006 · 2021-04-26 09:06:34

Hi, Is it ok to use a leak sealer like Tec 7 Plumb on a glycol filled solar system? I have no visible leaks on my system but I suspect that there is a small weep somewhere as the system pressure reduces over time (slowly). I was going to add in a can of Tec 7 Plumb when I am next changing the glycol in an attempt to seal…

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26-04-2021 10:06am

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Mike2006

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Hi,

Is it ok to use a leak sealer like Tec 7 Plumb on a glycol filled solar system?
I have no visible leaks on my system but I suspect that there is a small weep somewhere as the system pressure reduces over time (slowly).

I was going to add in a can of Tec 7 Plumb when I am next changing the glycol in an attempt to seal up any potential weep..

Thoughts?

Mike

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#2 27-04-2021 9:37am
dathi

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have you checked the pressure in the expansion tank if its not pressurized it can allow fluid to leak out the pressure relief valve

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#3 27-04-2021 10:09am
Mike2006

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Thanks Dathi.
That is on my radar for a full health check this weekend.

Mike

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