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Hose gun problem

mckechl_rH2OtOimckechl_rH2OtOi Posts: 3
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I have a hose that when connected with a no stop connector doesn't leak however when spray gun is attached the water leaks profusely from the connection end of gun. I have tried several makes, plastic and alloy guns, all new, and same problem occurs with each. Hose connector on own doesn't leak at all. Any advice ?

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  • BobTheGardenerBobTheGardener Posts: 11,385
    It sounds like the issue is with the female connector, so try swapping it for a different brand.  The 'hozelock' type connectors from different manufacturers all vary slightly and some work better than others.
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  • JennyJJennyJ Posts: 10,576
    edited April 2021
    Also check that the male connector on the gun is firmly screwed on. I bought a new spray gun recently (cheap as chips, admittedly) and it leaked loads, then I realised that its connector wasn't tightened fully. After I fixed that, it was fine. I also find it quite hard to get the gun (any gun, I have a pricey one as well) attached properly to the hose while the water is on, even with a no-flow connector on the hose end, but maybe that's my puny hands not pushing hard enough. I find it much easier to get it attached firmly first and then turn on the water at the tap
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  • mckechl_rH2OtOimckechl_rH2OtOi Posts: 3
    Thanks folks. We have replaced the female end from hoselock to cheapoes, plastic to metal and open to no stop. We have a slight improvement with continuous open but the water still leaks at joint between connector and gun. Seriously annoying
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