Geyser Overflow problems

Geyser Overflow problems –  Geysers often leak (drip) through the pressure control valve overflow pipe.

This is normal as the water in the geyser heats and cools.

However, anything more than a few litres a day usually indicates that the pressure control valve is faulty.

Dripping geyser overflow

Geysers often leak (drip) through the pressure control valve overflow pipe.

This is normal as the water in the geyser heats and cools.

However, anything more than a few litres a day usually indicates that the pressure control valve is faulty.

This valve should be replaced if there is a constant steady drip from the overflow pipe.

An occasional dripping after water has been drawn from the geyser is fine.

Water leaking through the ceiling:

This indicates that the geyser has either burst, or a major leak has developed, and the drip.

Immediately switch off the power supply and the cold water supply to the geyser. Switch of the geyser power at the main distribution board.

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There are two main pipes in the geyser:

One for inlet of cold water (with a shut-off valve), and one for the outlet of the hot water.

There is also an overflow pipe that allows any excess water to flow from the pressure release valve.

The function of the thermostat is to set and maintain the temperature of the water.

The entire steel tank is enclosed inside a metal casing that can be hung on the wall or placed in the attic.

A geyser located in the attic should always have a drip tray placed beneath it with a pipe that runs outside.

The tank is normally covered with some insulating material as well.

Finally, geysers have a self-sacrificing anode that is used to protect the steel tank from corrosion by sacrificing itself and prolonging the life of the tank.

As water in the geyser heats and cools, one can expect a fairly consistent drip through the pressure relief valve overflow pipe.

The overflow pipe runs away from the geyser and transfers the water onto the roof or away from the building.

Anything more than a couple of litres per day often points to a faulty pressure control valve.

If there is a steady flow of water rather than a slow dripping, it should be replaced.

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