Use an adjustable wrench or adjustable pliers to unscrew the clean-out plug from a P-trap. Place a bucket under the trap to catch the water that will spill out when you remove the plug. Turn the plug counterclockwise to remove it, install the replacement, and turn it clockwise to tighten it.
How do you remove a pipe cap?
- Turn off the water to the capped-off pipe. ...
- Look for a faucet connected to the water line and open it. ...
- Align a hacksaw with the edge of the cap and place it on the pipe as close to the cap as possible. ...
- Remove the cap and let the water drain.
How do I remove a stuck PVC sewer cap?
Tap the fitting around the perimeter of the plug with a heavy hammer, such as a framing hammer or small sledgehammer. Tapping also loosens the material binding the threads. Fit a pipe wrench around the nut on the end of the plug and try turning the nut counterclockwise.
Should sewer cleanout be capped?
Cleanouts typically have a removable cap to make accessing the sewer line easier. It is a violation of the Arkansas State Plumbing Code to have a missing or damaged cleanout cap. Make sure your sewer cleanout is accessible and that the cap is on tight and in good shape.
How do you open a sewer cleanout?
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How do you open a flush cleanout plug?
Soak the cleanout plug threads with rust penetrant. Then smack opposite sides of the tee or wye fitting at the same time using two hammers. Rotate the double blows around the entire fitting. Then try using a pipe wrench again.
How do you remove a sewer cleanout cover?
- Heat the plug to loosen the threads. ...
- Tap the fitting around the perimeter of the plug with a heavy hammer, such as a framing hammer or small sledgehammer. ...
- Fit a pipe wrench around the nut on the end of the plug and try turning the nut counterclockwise.
How do you get a stuck PVC cleanout plug out?
Most likely with penetrating oil, and an impact wrench. You call try warming the plastic (PVC) with a heat gun or hair dryer, or even boiling water. Direct the heat on the pipe surrounding the plug to soften and expand it.
How do you unclog a cleanout?
- Loosen the Drain Pipe Cap (Cleanout Pipe) The first step is to find your main drain cleanout location. ...
- Remove Cap, Allow Build-Up to Drain. Once you remove the cleanout cap, step away quickly. ...
- Insert the Snake into Pipe. ...
- Run the Tool Until Clog Is Gone. ...
- Clean Up.