Goodman Amana Furnace Leak - How to Fix Yourself

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  • Опубліковано 4 гру 2024
  • My Amana furnace had a condensation leak due to a gasket failure. This video will show you how to fix it step by step.
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  • @mikeroberts318
    @mikeroberts318 10 місяців тому +1

    One more happy guy, thanks for posting this video.

  • @justingraham9095
    @justingraham9095 2 дні тому

    Thank you for the video.

  • @peterblau6754
    @peterblau6754 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for making this video. It helped greatly with the same issue I had. I was able to fix it because of your video.

    • @AdamsWrenchTherapy
      @AdamsWrenchTherapy  Рік тому

      Comments like these are whyi started the channel! I'm so glad it helped you out!

  • @TrashmanShazam
    @TrashmanShazam 11 місяців тому +1

    awesome fix. I had a gasket failure in the exact same spot and couldn't find a gasket either.

    • @AdamsWrenchTherapy
      @AdamsWrenchTherapy  11 місяців тому +1

      Thanks! Glad to be able to help you out!

    • @TrashmanShazam
      @TrashmanShazam 11 місяців тому

      @@AdamsWrenchTherapy Holding up well! I freaked out the next day though when I went down to my utility room and had a 3ft puddle around my heater. Forgot to plug the the pump back in after cleaning it. DOH

  • @mptr1783
    @mptr1783 Рік тому +1

    Just change my filter today and noticed water in the same spot. Youve given me the confidence to tackle this job tomorrow thank you

    • @AdamsWrenchTherapy
      @AdamsWrenchTherapy  Рік тому

      Glad to be able to help you out!

    • @upondivineguidanceorder2548
      @upondivineguidanceorder2548 Рік тому +1

      ​@@AdamsWrenchTherapy
      I'm about fix my Goodman
      Same issue as yours it's leaking from the back cover behind the inducer motor
      Is there anything else your discovered or learned that you didn't mention in the Video that you could give heads up on
      Or advice
      Or better alternative..?

    • @AdamsWrenchTherapy
      @AdamsWrenchTherapy  Рік тому

      @@upondivineguidanceorder2548 There really isn't anything that I can think of that isn't mentioned in the video. Mine is still leak free and running great. Good luck with your project!

    • @upondivineguidanceorder2548
      @upondivineguidanceorder2548 Рік тому

      @@AdamsWrenchTherapythanks I just purchased from auto zone hi temp (red) silicone sealer for car gaskets
      How much to out on it
      Should it be a layer as thick a slice of cheese 🧀 Kraft or like a regular American cheese slice or thick where it mush out from the side
      When screwing it back in
      I'm getting conflicting suggestions
      What's yours..?

    • @AdamsWrenchTherapy
      @AdamsWrenchTherapy  Рік тому

      @@upondivineguidanceorder2548 I put mine on as a single bead about the thickness of a pencil. (Think like dispensing cheese wiz.) I put in enough so that a little would squeeze out the sides, and applied a little extra around where the screws go in. Better to use a little more than to have to take it apart and do it over again.

  • @codymcdoogle1283
    @codymcdoogle1283 11 місяців тому +1

    Thank you

  • @mikecup212
    @mikecup212 11 місяців тому +1

    My wife ask me, is there supposed to be water on the floor under the furnace. Sure enough she found more work for me to do. Yes mine is leaking just like yours, I have silicone on the way from Amazon, will do the repair tomorrow, thanks for the video it will help me a lot.

  • @prairied0g
    @prairied0g 5 місяців тому +1

    One more fail safe I would add: modify the cover at the bottom interior by building up a small ridge of epoxy putty close to the flange. If you notice, the flange is designed with an downward curve where water will always collect. With an interior ridge any future water build up is forced toward the drain hole.

  • @Guotshol2024
    @Guotshol2024 Рік тому +1

    Good video buddy.

  • @drewe4462
    @drewe4462 2 місяці тому +1

    I was able to source an actual gasket replacement. Thoughts on silicone method vs actual gasket?

    • @AdamsWrenchTherapy
      @AdamsWrenchTherapy  2 місяці тому +1

      @drewe4462 If you can source the gasket, and it's not too expensive, it's not a terrible option. The gasket would be easier to disassemble in the future if you needed back in there, but it will probably fail again in the future. I would choose silicone for futureproofing, but that's just me. The choice is yours.

  • @deejay6419
    @deejay6419 10 місяців тому +1

    I discovered that the number 1 reason why this happens is because (hard to believe that almost everyone underlooks) the furnace is sloping the wrong direction. In other words its draining the wrong direction causing condensate to accumulate and overwhelms the gasket.
    Its much easier for a installation tech to level it and let it burn or leak and burn the inlet motor. But check the direction of flow of drain. It should be going away from not into furnace
    Furnace owners check level of furnace check what direction slope!

    • @AdamsWrenchTherapy
      @AdamsWrenchTherapy  10 місяців тому

      An excellent point! It's so important to not overlook the obvious. Mine has fall in the correct direction, so maybe I was just unlucky. Thanks for the good advice!

  • @SS-mu8vk
    @SS-mu8vk 3 місяці тому

    @AdamsWrenchTherapy I enjoyed your video, learned a lot. The inside of yours looks a little different than mine.
    Looks like mine is leaking from the above of where you were replacing your gasket, it’s that piece that was taped on and Sits on top of the unit in the back left corner.
    If I could figure out how to add a picture, I would, but I can’t lol. Any idea what it could be? It is literally flooded my closet and into my dining room and entryway ruined my hardwoods.

    • @AdamsWrenchTherapy
      @AdamsWrenchTherapy  3 місяці тому

      @@SS-mu8vk I would start by making sure all your drain pipes are unobstructed.

    • @SS-mu8vk
      @SS-mu8vk 3 місяці тому

      @@AdamsWrenchTherapy Is there a way I could send you a couple of pictures of my unit so you can show me where I need to check? Because like I said, mine looks a little bit different than yours.

  • @JimSchaller-n3t
    @JimSchaller-n3t 2 дні тому

    Can this repair be done to an older model Amanda unit? Mine is from 1995

    • @AdamsWrenchTherapy
      @AdamsWrenchTherapy  2 дні тому

      @@JimSchaller-n3t i can't say for sure, as I'm not familiar with older models. I can say that the design probably isn't too different. Wish I could be more help!

  • @paulhughet2003
    @paulhughet2003 Рік тому

    This is exactly what is going on with my Amana furnace. Where can I get a replacement gasket?

    • @AdamsWrenchTherapy
      @AdamsWrenchTherapy  Рік тому

      I had a hard time finding a replacement gasket, which is why I made the video for the repair without a gasket and using a sealant instead.

  • @Level70-x4d
    @Level70-x4d 4 місяці тому

    No Amana furnace for me .. if their current models still do this.

  • @Priority57
    @Priority57 Рік тому +1

    So I don't need a new gasket? or is this a temporary fix until a new gasket arrives.

    • @AdamsWrenchTherapy
      @AdamsWrenchTherapy  Рік тому +1

      No gasket needed. Mine is still going strong with no leaks. Just make sure the surface area is really clean prior to reinstalling the cover.

    • @Priority57
      @Priority57 Рік тому

      ​@@AdamsWrenchTherapyone more question.. Does it have to be high temperature silicone?

    • @AdamsWrenchTherapy
      @AdamsWrenchTherapy  Рік тому

      @@Priority57 You won't go wrong with using good stuff that can withstand the higher temps.

    • @Priority57
      @Priority57 Рік тому

      Well ...I applied the sealant today and no water leaks that I can see. I used the rtv clear silicone. The only thing that took a lot of time was removing the glue behind the old gasket and decided to use paint thinner to remove and work great. I just had to make sure there was enough ventilation before using the paint thinner. Other than that no leaks.....thank you so much for the video tip!
      @@AdamsWrenchTherapy

  • @antonlavey5540
    @antonlavey5540 10 місяців тому +1

    Why not use the 10 year part warranty on that AMEC 96% Amana and get a new cover and gasket. Just my opinion

    • @AdamsWrenchTherapy
      @AdamsWrenchTherapy  10 місяців тому

      That's an excellent question! If I hadn't had such a difficult time even finding the correct part (I could not.), and knew that warranty was an option, this video would have been very different! 😊 Thanks for watching!

  • @terrym6112
    @terrym6112 10 місяців тому

    Those furnaces are an abomination. Amana are TRASH. Every single one I know of lasted just past the warranty and ALL had failed gaskets.

    • @AdamsWrenchTherapy
      @AdamsWrenchTherapy  10 місяців тому

      That's a bummer. If that's true, I hope that everyone that owns one watches this video and they don't make any money selling gasket parts! Other than the small leak, I've had pretty good luck with mine. What furnace would you recommend for a replacement when the time comes?