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Triton Opal - dripping from shower head

Got a 9.5kW Triton Opal and there's constant drip of water from the shower. It looks like some valve isn't shutting off correctly and allowing a small amount of water through all the time. Other answers here seem to suggest that the solenoid valve is to blame. I'm quite happy to buy this, but is this the likely cause, and is it a DIY fix, or do I need plumber/sparky to do it (I've already replaced the pressure relief valve with not much hassle)?
Asked 9 years ago by Robert

It may be your solenoid valve, you can check it if you have a multi meter, you should have a reading of at least k3.5 ohms, across the two terminals any less and you need a new valve. (Check the valve in the failed state.) (When it has stopped working!)
If there is power getting to the solenoid and it is not operating then there is a good chance that you have a faulty solenoid.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=NzJjzWqxesc
The video is intended as a guide and does not cover every shower.
If you don’t have a multimeter  we sell them with a guide on how to use them for checking and testing the various parts of your shower.
Apart from helping to fix your shower, they are really useful for checking you have a power supply to appliances, for checking fuses and letting you know much power you have left in batteries
(So you will know if they are good or not) and lots of other jobs, in short they are well worth a few pounds
www.showerdoc.com/installation/electrical-products/SKYTRO-600-005-Digital-Multi-Tester


I am often asked “Is this a DIY job” to be honest I can’t answer that, because without knowing someone, it isn’t possible to assess their skills?
I should say that most jobs on showers although relatively easy (from my point of view) can be fiddly and an extra pair of hands, long thin fingers and the strength in your hands of an all in wrestler are a help!
The secret is, observing very carefully when things are taken to bits, their order and orientation, taking notes and/or photos as you go can also be a help.
When you are working with electricity and water so make sure it is switched off and turned off before you start.
If you think you can do the job but aren’t just that confident, it may help to buy the part and compare it to the faulty part, you will then be able to see where the screws, wires, nuts, or washers etc. go, if then you think it is to complicated, at least you will have the part when the plumber or electrician arrives.
We will always be here to offer help and advice if you run into a problem, however it is not the same as being on site where we can get the overhaul picture, if you are still not sure, now is the time to call in a professional.

Answered 9 years ago by Anonymous

I have the same issue as BlueBobX from 199 days ago. You advised about the solenoid - my shower still drips without any power going to it. Any ideas?

Answered 8 years ago by Lee Let Mar

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