Do I need a washer on my flexi hose?

[trojan0852]

I've a leaking joint where my flexible tap connector connects to the (metal) tap tail. The flex connector only seems to have a metal washer (see pic)

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• trojan0852
• 28 May 2012
• 1

I can't get the damn thing to seal. The surfaces both look sound, I've already tried PTFE tape on the tail thread. I notice some hoses have rubber washers and I notice the metal washer in my connector has a circular slot in it - do you think mine's supposed to have some further washer, or should I try something else?
Ta.

 

[seco services]

Yes you need a 1/2" sealing washer.

 

[trojan0852]

Thanks. That's done it.