Tucson Equinox fault 9.A

Hose connection loose/damaged O-rings or not fitted correctly (flexible hose leak)

Shower pump

What it means

Flexible hose connection leak caused by loose or damaged connections, O-rings, or incorrect fitting.

Likely causes

  1. Hose connection loose/damaged O-rings or not fitted correctly
  2. Damaged O-rings
  3. Hose not fitted correctly
  4. Gradual drop in flow rate or performance indicates strainer blockage
  5. Debris or foreign bodies entering the pipeline
  6. Reduced water feed supply through blocked strainer filters

Where to start

  1. Check that all connections are tight and secure
  2. Check that all washers/gaskets and strainer filters are located in the correct location and are seated correctly
  3. Ensure the Pipe is fully inserted and that the correct pipe/connections are used

The full answer, free

  • 10 more checks in order
  • The readings and component tests from the manual
  • How to put it right, step by step
  • The manual page for this fault (page 15), right under the answer

Safety: Isolate power and water, and prove dead before you open or test the pump.

From the Tucson manual for the Equinox. Check the model on the data plate before you order parts.

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