Dishwasher Leaking at Water Line Connection

[jasmine123]

Hi All,

I was hoping to get some advice. I have replaced my dishwasher and the connection between the water line and the L-shape compression fitting (bottom of L) is leaking. I tried a to put plumbers tape around the ring on the compression fitting (not the threaded part) and that didn't work either. Does anyone have suggestions as to how I can stop this slow leak? (I have tightened the screw very tight).

Thanks,
Jasmine

 

[SHEPLMBR]

Take the copper out and use a braided supply line.

 

[jasmine123]

Thanks SHEPLMBR. The water line pipe is welded to the main supply. I don't have any tools or the knowledge to cut the pipe and replace with a braided supply. Is there anything else I can do?

 

[CT-18]

cut it off and get a new compression sleeve and nut. It may not have compressed square on the 3/8" tubing

 

[havasu]

I would recommend setting that up for a flexible stainless line, then never having any further worries.

 

[SHEPLMBR]

Thanks SHEPLMBR. The water line pipe is welded to the main supply. I don't have any tools or the knowledge to cut the pipe and replace with a braided supply. Is there anything else I can do?

It should be tied to a valve under the sink.

 

[jasmine123]

Thanks all for your suggestions! I replaced the compression sleeve and nut and it seems to be working.