Re: Re: Clogged Line.


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Posted by Hill on January 11, 1998 at 05:24:41:

In Reply to: Re: Clogged Line. posted by fletchco on January 10, 1998 at 14:39:14:

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: : I have a clogged line near the kitchen sink. Also on this line is the washing machine and
: : a utility sink next to the washer. When water is drained from the washer, kitchen sink or
: : dishwasher it backs-up in the utility sink. I've tryed chemicals. No help. I've tryed to
: : snake.I've plunged like mad. Like the post below the snake won't go in either the kitchen or utility sink. It
: : looks like 2 90 degree turns. I can see where both of these sinks drain into a pipe in the
: : crawl space. The pipe these 2 sinks drain into is about 2 " X about 30 feet. It drains into
: : the main drain pipe which is about 6" wide.

: : The 2 " pipe has what appears to be a splice. A 2" band of rubber around the pipe held on by
: : 2 clamps of the type that would be found holding a radiator hose on a car.
: : Question: Can I remove that "splice" and snake from there? It would be easier than using a wrench
: : for access. Also, there is a 1-1/4 " bolt next to the utility sink. If I can open it. (I do have
: : a 1 1/4" socket.) Would that be the preferable access?

: : I've been waiting for this sink to drain all day. It was very close and my wife just ran the water
: : and refilled it. Oh my! Seems like I don't want to undo until all water is drained (very slowly) to avoid the mess.
: : Thanks,

: : Jack

: jack, yes you can undo that clamp. just make sure you have some type of support or hangers on pipe. you also may not be able to have enough play to pull apart for snake. so you may want to try the 1 1/4 bolt access. the pipe may also be caked inside down the hole horizontal length. good luck. FLETCHCO

I agree - most likely this part is a "Fernco" that was used to clear the pipe before. Sounds like an 1 1/2" galvanized pipe that is just plained filled with soap and whatever... If you ever replace it - use 2" plastic (ABS/PVC) Hill


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