Can you remove the coupler from the solid extension to swap to a flexible hose? Anyone have issues with the assembly leaking? Thanks!
1882991
A flexible hose extension can be attached directly to the gun. I believe the entire assembly is standard thread so interchangeability should not be a problem.
1882992
Sure you can swap the rigid barrel with a flex barrel. They have the standard grease gun threads. No leaking. Remember to read the loading instructions that come with the gun. Read them carefully, and follow their directions. It's important that all air is pumped out of the cartridge head before tightening the head. This is for all mini grease guns.
1201136
Yes. Remove the bottom. There are about 6 latching tabs. I used tooth picks to separate and hold the pieces far enough apart. With a little heat you can pull the old hose off and slip the replacement on the barb. I also carefully removed the slide switch before re-assembly. Just some more tabs, but be careful you don't snap them off. That eliminates alignment problems and the switch will snap back in when done. That's what I did with mine and it worked like a charm.
938022
You can repair it with the kit. You will need to cut the old hose and hand piece somewhere near the base (maybe 3 inches or so) and you will receive a little spicing coupler that will go into that remaining piece of hose on the base unit and also into the end of the hose on the new kit hose and handle. They will send you easy to understand instructions with the kit. I understand why you would have questions as they don't give these type explanations but rather include them only with the kit. I went into this blindly but it all became clear when you get the kit and review the instructions.
1199181
I haven't had to do this. But I'd go to my friendly neighborhood hardware store with a section of hose that I'd cut off, and the measurements of the hose and ask for a replacement. Probably the same as RV hoses...
183855
I had the same problem. After using a wrench to get the whole thing off, then used more tools to get it apart, it leaked like a sieve after I screwed it back on. I'd like to know the answer myself because I bought a new one.
988847
I have not seen this happen since installing but I have noticed the hose has started to blimp up near the connection to the Claber. It is like the pressure of the water has been stretching the hose near the fitting but I have no leaks still. Just wondering if it might eventually blow out. When I installed I made sure the hose had a nice clean cut end and that it was pressed on as tight as it would go to the Claber fitting. Then I made sure I tightened the Claber fitting as snug as it would go and it has been water tight since. You might not have torqued it down tight enough is what I'm thinking.
1155581
Loosen and retighten the bolts at each joint. If it still leaks, it is defective. Return it to Amazon.
828897
the hose goes over the non threaded fitting and you use a screw clamp to tighten it down. Hope this helps
910843
There was a brass connection suggested by Amazon when I placed the order. It worked fine and prevented hose leaking. I can't be anymore specific as the unit is currently at our vacation home.
1301179
Don't know. Absolutely no leakage whatsoever from either of the 2 hoses I purchased. The connection if fantastic. Easy to screw on/off from main connect or hose. My gardeners really like them!
1860304
I just checked on mine and the outflow hose doesn't easily pull out (don't want to pull too hard as it already leaks). It might be possible to attach an extension to the hose it comes with or to attach a hose of your choice instead of the one it comes with - but it doesn't seem to be designed to switch hose.
59983
Yes. The hose pops off with one nut at each end. Make sure you get the true replacement hose, the old style hose will fail again. You'll know the new style (shown in the pic) as it's longer and one end is shaped a bit different. All you have to do after you replace the hose is pick up 3 cans of r134 and one can of lubricant and the discharge gauge and trigger (comes with some purchases). The valve you attach that to is at the top of the firewall just above the rear heater hoses. Put the oil in first, then bring the pressure up to spec with the others. Hold cans upside down and shake lightly as they empty. It is all very, very easy. Good luck. Don't worry about the recovery machine, kinda late for that. :)
1252301
Where exactly is it leaking, the hose connections? Did you use plumbers seal tape on the connectors? If not, you need to wrap the threads with it then screw on the hoses or you will get leaks.
1897768
I salvaged the one off the broken/destroyed hose. Not an easy task, but it can be done. I'm not sure that the deflector inlet it essential, though... may be able to just use one of the included connectors if salvaging the original isn't an option?
2147840
No it should not leak at all. I would try to re rap the fitting with Teflon tape or pipe dope again to see if that stops it. If you can tell it is coming from the regulator I would send ot back for a replacement.
1336590
I had the exact same problem and is was leaking until I really torqued it down. With the extremely course threads, typical for this connection, it was a matter of maybe a millimeter between sealed and not. We chose not to use it. I may try another, thicker, gasket and try it again but I don't know if that will help or not. I have not encountered this problem with other hoses or connections. I was replacing the same hose and connections that was in good use for about two years and never had this problem before. I was replacing the previous hose because the hose itself just wore out due to high usage. I had the exact same problem and is was leaking until I really torqued it down. With the extremely course threads, typical for this connection, it was a matter of maybe a millimeter between sealed and not. We chose not to use it. I may try another, thicker, gasket and try it again but I don't know if that will help or not. I have not encountered this problem with other hoses or connections. I was replacing the same hose and connections that was in good use for about two years and never had this problem before. I was replacing the previous hose because the hose itself just wore out due to... » Read More I had the exact same problem and is was leaking until I really torqued it down. With the extremely course threads, typical for this connection, it was a matter of maybe a millimeter between sealed and not. We chose not to use it. I may try another, thicker, gasket and try it again but I don't know if that will help or not. I have not encountered this problem with other hoses or connections. I was replacing the same hose and connections that was in good use for about two years and never had this problem before. I was replacing the previous hose because the hose itself just wore out due to high usage. « Show Less
1201139
If you are trying to attach an old (more than a year old) hose to the replacement, No. It is very difficult, you would tear it off. But if you try to replace the whole hose, maybe. But the replacement is not intended for that propouse.