Leaky Aqualuminator...help?

[traceyb]

Just got everything ready to circulate and the hose attachment to the aqualuminator is leaking pretty good. I have readjusted both the hose and the clamp. Attempted to tighten as much as I could. I remembered the installer put duct tape around it first. The pool co. which I despise, today told me to put vaseline on it not duct tape. It seems to me the vaseline would only make it slip off easier. I don't trust their oppinions anyway (long story). So, what does anyone that has knowledge about this recommend? I bought and extra clamp today which I intend to use, but so far the duct tape is leaning towards my favor....

HELP!

[pool newby]

I had a similiar problem and used silicone caulk on the threads of the fitting and along the outside edge of the seam. Let it cure a few hours before running the pump (mine was leaking more when the pump was running, due to water pressure). Works great, no leaks now.

[matt4x4]

The fitting on the aqualuminator is about 1/32 to 1/64th smaller than a standard fitting, thus the leak. I glued a vale body and a disconnect union to mine, using lots of glue and made sure it all cured well before installing, have never had an issue with it.