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Remove Overflow Drain Mechanism

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Different Kind Of Bathtub Drain Clog! #plumbing #plumber #diy

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What happens here

Begin by unscrewing and carefully removing the bathtub overflow drain cover and its internal mechanism. This will expose the drain opening and allow access for the drain snake. As demonstrated in the video, the mechanism may be heavily clogged upon removal, often with hair and soap scum.

Goal: Gain access to the clogged overflow drain

Tools and materials

  • Bathtub Overflow Drain Cover/Mechanism — The part of the bathtub drain system to be removed to access the clog
  • Gloves — Protecting hands from grime and debris
  • Screwdriver — To unscrew the overflow drain cover. While not explicitly shown being used, it's implied for removing screws

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Now, this whole piece will just slide up and out. And you can see that it's clogged. I can't see through it. This is hand crank only, small, compact, and what's nice is you just hold down the trigger, start turning, and it's going to start going in. A hand crank snake is probably your best way to roll just because you don't want to be forcing something down with power that potentially can

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