New element on water tank leaks around seal?

Question

i have a large old copper water tank(emersion???) the heating element was done for as the tank boiled if the emersion was left on for any amount of time.i replaced the element with a new one and now the seal around the tank and new element leaks.any ideaswhy??

Answer 1

You should have had a new washer to use when you fitted the IH. Obtain a spare IH washer from a Plumber's Merchant. Also buy a small tube/tin of water potable grease. Grease the threads when refitting as that will ensure that you get a nice tight seal when tightening without damaging the tank. Make sure the mating face of the tank flange is clean too.

Answer 2

Did you put the gasket that came with it on and/or did you make sure the old gasket came off and the area where the gasket seals against was clean and flat.

Did you tighten it.

Dont get upset at that. I am a plumber and it used to really p**s me off when i get a phone call at 9pm because one of my guys forgot to tighten it.

Answer 3

Are you sure you didn't crack a seam  on the tank when you replace the element, or is the element itself defective?