Step 4 · Set Up and Insert the Auger

Position your rented electric sewer auger a few feet from the cleanout opening, ensuring it is stable. Make sure the direction switch is in the 'Forward' or 'FWD' position. Put on a pair of thick leather work gloves over your waterproof gloves to protect your hands from the spinning cable. Carefully feed the end of the auger cable, which has a cutting head attached, into the cleanout pipe. Push it in by hand until you feel it stop or meet the first bend.

Tools and Materials

Electric Drain Auger 60 ft. x 1/2 in. Drain Cleaner Machine with 4-Cutter and Foot Switch for 1 in. to 4 in. Pipe GL-W46591779FIRM GRIP Large Cowhide Leather Work Gloves 63857-06Ergodyne ProFlex 817WP Small Black Reinforced Thermal Waterproof Utility Gloves 817WP