Instant Hot SIP Faucet and Tank: Leaking

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Hot Water Drips or Sputters from Faucet:

Possible Cause	Recommended Solution
Thermostat needs adjusted Water may boil, gurgle or vapors appear	Lower temperature setting by turning thermostat control dial counterclockwise.
Bent or Curled Hose/Tube	Check that the hose connecting the faucet to the tank is not clogged, twisted or kinked.
Clogged aerator screen	Check that the Screen Assembly(2) is not clogged. To remove the Aerator, unthread the Aerator Shell(3) by turning it counter clockwise. Remove any debris and reinstall.
Installation of tubing from the faucet to tank	Check for proper installation of tubing from faucet to tank and faucet to water line. If connected backwards or cross-connected, valve may be damaged. NOTE: If a water filter is connected to the inlet line, change the filter element at recommended intervals or more often.	See Basic Configuration or Alternative Configuration . Parts List: Cold Water Outlet Tube Cold Water Supply Line Hot Water Inlet Tube Inlet Tee

Possible Cause

Recommended Solution

Thermostat needs adjusted

Water may boil, gurgle or vapors appear

Lower temperature setting by turning thermostat control dial counterclockwise.

Bent or Curled Hose/Tube

Check that the hose connecting the faucet to the tank is not clogged, twisted or kinked.

Clogged aerator screen

Check that the Screen Assembly(2) is not clogged.

To remove the Aerator, unthread the Aerator Shell(3) by turning it counter clockwise. Remove any debris and reinstall.

Installation of tubing from the faucet to tank

Check for proper installation of tubing from faucet to tank and faucet to water line. If connected backwards or cross-connected, valve may be damaged.

NOTE: If a water filter is connected to the inlet line, change the filter element at recommended intervals or more often.

See Basic Configuration or Alternative Configuration .

Parts List:

Cold Water Outlet Tube
Cold Water Supply Line
Hot Water Inlet Tube
Inlet Tee

Basic Configuration

Alternative Configuration

Hot Water Drips Continuously from faucet spout (24/7) or from the faucet handle:

Possible Cause	Recommended Solution
Leaks from the handle	Replace the Cartridge 219603, see Instant Hot SIP Faucet: 219603 Cartridge Installation
Leaks continuously from the spout where the water comes out	Replace the Cartridge 219603, see Instant Hot SIP Faucet: 219603 Cartridge Installation

Water leaks from where the Spout connects to the faucet base:

The Hot Water Sip faucets are designed with a spout that has a slight amount of movement, does not swivel.
The Spout is constructed with an internal silicone tube that the hot water runs through..

Possible Cause	Recommended Solution
Spout (Internal silicone tube)	Replace the Spout Kit, part number 219606 (add finish)

Water Leaking under the Sink:

Parts List	Possible Cause	Recommended Solution
Cold Water Outlet Tube Cold Water Supply Line Hot Water Inlet Tube Inlet Tee Main Kitchen Faucet Supply Line Angle Stop	Leaking from the Home Shut-off valves (angle stop) (F) or house supply lines.	When the leak is coming from the house supply lines or the home shut off valves you will need to purchase those from your local home store.
	Leaking from the Inlet Tee (D)	When the leak is coming from the Inlet Tee connection, you will need to purchase a replacement from your local home store.
	Tubes and hoses connecting leaking (A, B, C, or E)	The product will need to be identified for the correct part numbers contact us by calling 1-800-BUY-MOEN (1-800-289-6636)