On November 7th I purchased a 2 Liter barrel for making vinegar. I cannot get the thing to stop leaking! Help?
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I there, I bought mine last year and never had this issue. Did you follow the step-by-step "curating" recommendation?
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In order to seal your barrel so that it doesn't leak you have to 1st fill it to the top with water. Place something underneath that will catch the water. It WILL leak, but over time the barrel will swell to the point where it will no longer leak any fluids. Thats what we did with this exact same item, and it works.
463149
Try putting boiling water in it and leave it near a heating vent, this should allow the staves to swell.
463150
It is a great pity to take this barrel to make vinegar. But anyway. Fill it with hot water first and wait 5 minutes. If you notice that the rings are moving around the barrel, softly try to place the ring with a hammer. Then fill it with cold water and leave it 24 hours.If the barrel is still leaking, take a candle and use the melted sperm to cover the areas leaking, when the sperm is less warm use your finger to press it and close the leaks.
463151
Did u put water in the barrel first to get it to swell up so all the cracks were closed up first before trying to make anything in it.
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In the past I bought two of these. I put water in the to stop the leaking and it worked and then I put product in the barrels and they fell apart. The ends warped and the slates cracked and leaked out and rusted the rings. You may had as wel send it back or ask for a refund and buy a better quality barrel these are inferior an not a good product.
2215952
Try running a tank of vinegar through it. I always use distilled water. If it's over a year old might be time for a new one.
889857
Hi Shawn. We had the same problem.we started the installation at three o'clock so that it will end up closer and then back to it off and install the clamp. We had no leak.
2281839
Sometimes I have this problem if I don't completely release all of the pressure. If that doesn't work, use a little oil and run it as close to the seal as possible.
910039
I'd contact the manufacturer or get Amazon to do that for you. First try unplugging it and starting over like it is new. It is designed to automatically shut off when it runs out of water and mine has done so probably a hundred times already since I've owned it. I just put more water in and away it goes again. Make sure you don't put too much essential oil in it - that can clog the works and you can run vinegar through a steam cycle once and a while to keep it clean and functioning properly. Wipe out with clean cloth or paper towel - don't let water get near the base or plug in (make sure water never overflows when you are filling it). I'd contact the manufacturer or get Amazon to do that for you. First try unplugging it and starting over like it is new. It is designed to automatically shut off when it runs out of water and mine has done so probably a hundred times already since I've owned it. I just put more water in and away it goes again. Make sure you don't put too much essential oil in it - that can clog the works and you can run vinegar through a steam cycle once and a while to keep it clean and functioning properly. Wipe out with clean cloth or paper towel - don't let water get near the base or plug in (make sure... » Read More I'd contact the manufacturer or get Amazon to do that for you. First try unplugging it and starting over like it is new. It is designed to automatically shut off when it runs out of water and mine has done so probably a hundred times already since I've owned it. I just put more water in and away it goes again. Make sure you don't put too much essential oil in it - that can clog the works and you can run vinegar through a steam cycle once and a while to keep it clean and functioning properly. Wipe out with clean cloth or paper towel - don't let water get near the base or plug in (make sure water never overflows when you are filling it). « Show Less
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I had the same problem and I don't know if it was a coincidence or not but after I gave it a good cleaning it stopped. Now maybe you can tell me how to stop it from leaking? It constantly drips and if I don't forget to watch it I end up with water all over my counter.
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I placed the nozzle on and turned it until it felt like it had reached the tightest position only to notice it still felt loose and dribbled liquid on the kitchen counter. I proceeded to tighten further until I couldn't tighten anymore and that seems to have stopped leak. I suggest manufacturer of container go to manufacturer of nozzle and come up with a more secure combination.
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Hot water was the the key for me to get the barrel to swell up. I was using warm water and it took a few extra try's to finally get the seal.
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I haven't had this problem but did you put a little oil on the spot it seals, like the book says to. Otherwise I wonder if there is something wrong with your pressure canner. Mine has sealed really well every time.
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sorry, I returned my unit because it was leaking everywhere. I never got any further. Perhaps there's dried soap in the nozzle? try a open paper clip and see if there isn't a clog
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Properly tightened with quality gasket should work. Check the mating surface of the valve for smoothness (where it tightens against the gasket). I have used 2 of these valves, and they are flawless. One of the suggestions was thoughtful but incorrect in application (please no offense to Cory. It is great that everyone tries to help). Teflon tape is only to be used on pipe or tapered threads and can only temporarily stop a leak in other applications (if you like, get back to me anytime for details).
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Hello Vikas, firstly you need to determine the source of the leak. It is most likely from one of the connections. Try to isolate which one. If that is the case you can easily fix it yourself by checking each one and making sure that they are tight. If it is coming from the body of the unit then you should return it because that would mean that the product is defective. The instructions aren't great. I would gladly send you a picture of the unit already connected so that you could see it more easily but I don't think there is a way of attaching a picture to my answer. Best of luck.
706117
Mine doesn't leak, maybe put some pipe tape around the threads see if that works
1159736
Sorry for the long delay. I guess I'm confused. Mine doesn't leak. Perhaps it's related to how high you've filled the particular water vessel? I only use 2 liter soda bottles and I don't notice any leakage
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Double check that the tip is cut open. Then put the applicator syringe In a caulking gun and slowly squeeze the leak freeze in to the ac.
1170805
Did you put the fine film of oil on the lid? I originally missed that on my AA. I have only gotten a slight steam leak once or twice, but it seemed to stop when I got up to pressure. Sorry I can't help more.
740733
What I would do is take the drain plug to the hardware store and ask them. I have had trouble with leakage on some of my rain barrels at the spigot sight. I will never put in another spigot again, because of the leakage. I dip into the top or use a water pump.