Drain Maintenance Procedure
Recommended Supplies and Cleaning Equipment:
Beaded Drain Opener
Liquid Drain Opener
Face Mask/Goggles
Rubber Gloves
Recommended Method:
1.
As in all cleaning
procedures, the first step is to gather the recommended janitorial
equipment together and bring to the area to be cleaned.
2.
Routine Maintenance: place
several ounces of liquid drain opener into drain once per week to keep
drains flowing freely. Wait thirty (30) minutes and flush with cold
water.
NOTE: Whenever working with a drain opener, goggles and
rubber gloves should be worn.
3.
Opening And Cleaning Small
Drains: remove drain strainer, remove standing water. Pour one (1)
ounce (2 tablespoons) of beaded drain opener into drain. Add one cup of
cold water. If drain is not open in thirty (30) minutes, repeat
application.
4.
Floor Drains: use same steps
as in (3.), but increase amount to three (3) ounces (6 tablespoons) and
three (3) cups
of cold water.
It cannot be stressed strongly enough to use extreme
caution when working with these chemicals. They are very strong and can
create severe burns if they come in contact with the skin or eyes. And,
while they may not “sting” on initial contact, over time the burning
becomes more and more severe.
They can also cause respiratory problems if the fumes are
inhaled. Thus, it is extremely important to wear the proper safety
equipment – face mask, goggles and rubber gloves – when attempting to
maintain or open clogged drains.
If the drains do not open, DO NOT try other chemicals.
The mixture may release toxic fumes that could be fatal. Check with
your maintenance department or a qualified plumber for further efforts
to open drains.
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