If the Franke hot water dispenser starts to leak, is there any hope of fixing it, or must it be replaced?
1554906
My experience and talking to the Franke company themselves is that it can not be fixed.
1554907
I took mine apart and put Vaseline around the water inlet fitting, which has done the trick for over six months now. I disconnected the fittings, coated the water line and fitting with Vaseline and reassembled. I asked my local hardware store person about the leaking and he suggested this. It works!
1554908
I would ask the manufacturer. Depending on how old it is, they might replace it. If it is a few years old, you might want to replace it!
1554909
Make sure it's not leaking at the water connections and not actually from the tank itself.
1897648
I don't know. I would suggest contacting Franke directly--they are very helpful.
130816
Mine Still works and hasn't leaked. I put grease on the o-rings to help prevent it leaking. If it's within 30 days call the vendor and see if you can get a replacement.
135555
The only option I can think of is to replace the seal around the valve, but I would check on the Bialetti website to see if there is a way to contact them with this question.
92242
I am glad to see someone else has this problem! I have had mine replaced 4 times! Did you ever get yours working? I had an old model for 10 years that never leaked, so I know what I'm doing. Frustrating.
459229
I thought the same thing with mine, but glad I replaced the whole thing. When I pulled the old one out I found a small crack on the seam of the plastic. It wasn't leaking yet but it was only a matter of time and I would rather replace it while I already had the tub apart.
970385
two years ago, i had the first one , took two weeks to get the company's answer. it could not be fixed. and i bought a new one last year. it leaks and does not stop again. no way to ccontact them.
2218441
I had a Franke Little Buttler, with a double dispenser hot and cold. I replaced it with this one. I would suggest you replace both the tank and the faucet. It is not difficult and this one is good looking. I lost the cold water feature, but am satisfied.
458705
Depending on the age & where it's leaking from you may be able to have the seals replaced. I wouldn't put much $ into repair though. If it's not very low cost just replace it.
266037
You may gogle under cabinet water heaters. They all start to leak sometime. Our Franke lasted about 8 years and then leaked. Unfortunately our space was very limited, and the new Franke is slightly larger and would not fit. We have been unable to find anything that will fit. From my experience adequate size under the cabinet is essential. Whatever you get check the guarantee and make sure you have plenty of room.
1618237
Funny, I had the exact same issue - I had taken the filter out to clean it and the mesh just disintegrated when I rubbed it. So I looked for a new filter. You can buy them on the Aroma website - only two dollars - but you have to call them about it so that they can be sure to send you the correct one for your model. That saves mistakes I guess - but it doesn't inform you about any shipping charges. I did not call because then the on/off switch stopped working. The kettle still boils water but we really get good use out of this feature ( OK we are good at wandering away and forgetting we left it on)! SO now we are looking for a replacement. The kettle lasted us about 14 months. Funny, I had the exact same issue - I had taken the filter out to clean it and the mesh just disintegrated when I rubbed it. So I looked for a new filter. You can buy them on the Aroma website - only two dollars - but you have to call them about it so that they can be sure to send you the correct one for your model. That saves mistakes I guess - but it doesn't inform you about any shipping charges. I did not call because then the on/off switch stopped working. The kettle still boils water but we really get good use out of this feature ( OK we are good at wandering away and forgetting we... » Read More Funny, I had the exact same issue - I had taken the filter out to clean it and the mesh just disintegrated when I rubbed it. So I looked for a new filter. You can buy them on the Aroma website - only two dollars - but you have to call them about it so that they can be sure to send you the correct one for your model. That saves mistakes I guess - but it doesn't inform you about any shipping charges. I did not call because then the on/off switch stopped working. The kettle still boils water but we really get good use out of this feature ( OK we are good at wandering away and forgetting we left it on)! SO now we are looking for a replacement. The kettle lasted us about 14 months. « Show Less
1569580
The InSinkErator has a warranty including labor and replacement. Call customer service. I had a replacement on hand and had it installed by a plumber. The replacement works w/o leaking.
1576872
I suggest removing the plug and reinstalling the plug. We haven't had any issues with leaking.
1993
Because it is leaking. I had the same problem and called Hamilton Beach and they are sending me a new unit. Had a choice of whether to wait until the end of the month when they will have a new improved one of the same model or a different model. I chose to go for a different model. All I had to pay is $13.00 for shipping.
634228
I bought one of these about a month ago, and this things never leaks. I don't even see where it could leak. If yours is leaking, it could be that there is a faulty part that you should replace, or maybe you have a piece out of place from when you cleaned it last. If it's very old, maybe the seal around the heating element is failing. But other than that, all the water is held in a solid plastic housing that couldn't leak unless it was cracked. Hope that helps.
1397422
Maybe but if you can it would be better to take it to a radiator shop to have the leak fixed. Next best thing I would try is stop leak. Auto parts stores sell it especially for radiator leaks.JB water weld worked on my hot water tank for about 2 years until the hole rusted out more.
2104373
I had the same problem with my lid but didn't even think about inquiring about a replacement! Sorry I can't provide any information but if you are successful with receiving one, please let me know. I have continued to use it without the lid, mainly because it is so beautiful and heats water well.