Troubleshooting a Solenoid Valve: Problem 2

Valve closes, but flow continues (seat leaking)

Cause:

Foreign materials lodged under seat.

Corrective Action:

Clean internal parts and remove foreign material

Cause:

Valve seat damaged.

Corrective Action:

Replace valve or affected parts.

Cause:

Synthetic seat materials chipped.

Corrective action:

Replace valve or affected parts.

Cause:

Valve improperly applied or assembled.

Corrective action:

Replace valve with proper valve or reassemble.