Shower Problem - Water keeps running even though it is off

[bert1000]

Hi all,

I have an electric shower (triton) and today the water has continued to run even though the shower is turned off. The pump is off so I presume it is a plumbing and not electrical problem

The water runs at a much slower flow than when it is on, but it is bit worrying as there is a fair bit coming out.

I have tried turning off the stop cock but it is still coming out...?

Any help as to how to stop this?

Thanks for any advice or help!

 

[Newboy]

Sounds like the flow control valve is stuck partially open.

Bit confused by your reference to the stop cock - I assume you mean your incoming water main.

If you have a pumped shower then this should be fed from your tank - try checking the supply pipework to see if you can locate an isolator

 

[bert1000]

Thanks for the reply newboy - yes, sorry, meant the incoming water main. I tried turning it off again (tightly this time) and it eventually stopped running.

Flow control valve eh? Is this something I could sort out myself or should I give my plumber a ring? I opened up the electric shower unit and had a look inside, but wasn't sure what to tinker with. Thanks again for your help.