Manufacturers almost every year release new products of effective chemicals to eliminate blockages. But there are adherents of proven drugs that have been proven over the years. One of these is the “Mole” for cleaning sewer pipes. Its action is no less effective than cleaning the collector with a plumbing cable.
Description and scope of cleaning agent “Mole”
The chemical preparation "Mole" is an aggressive tool to combat sewage blockages. Equally effectively removes body fat and plugs in the form of hair, particles of food debris. "Mole" can be safely called an analogue of a plumbing cable.
More often the tool is used in such cases:
- siltation of the collector with fat growths;
- the formation of plugs in siphons under the sink and bath;
- silt stagnation in complex bends of the pipeline.
"Mole" equally effectively works in collectors of household and commercial institutions. It is permissible to clean the pipes with a preparation for sewage in laboratories and medical institutions, hotels and beauty salons, in laundries, and in public catering establishments.
Chemical composition
Cleaning agent “Mole” for sewer pipes has the following composition:
- potassium hydroxide - 5-10% of the total;
- sodium hydroxide - 40-50%;
- distilled water - up to 25%.
- Nonionized surfactants - up to 10%.
In this case, the composition of the substance does not change depending on its physical form.
Release Forms
On the shelves of the economic departments, you can find the drug in one of three forms:
- gel;
- granular powder in small packs of 100 g .;
- liquid solution in bottles of 450 ml or large canisters of 5, 10 liters.
Gel is considered the most economical option. However, for serious blockages, it is best to use a solution or powder.
Operating principle
Since the main ingredients of the cleaning agent are acids in combination with alkalis and surfactants, the drug acts in sewer pipes according to the principle of an active chemical reaction. Entering into interaction with each other, all components of the “Mole” provoke heat production. It heats collagen deposits and fats in pipes. In the molten state, the sludge moves further along the collector, and the product continues its action. As a result, the blockage decomposes as it were, becoming more fluid. At this time, the pipe rinses further, and the Mole advances all the way to the public sink receiver.
Instructions for use
The principle of using the cleaning product according to the instructions is the same for all forms of the “Mole”. It is only important to adhere to the recommended dosages.
- Liquid remedy. Shake the drug in a bottle and pour it into the hole of the sink / bath in an amount of 200-250 ml. The drug is left in this form for 20-25 minutes and then thoroughly rinsed the pipeline with hot water for 5-10 minutes. The temperature of the liquid is 50-70 degrees.
- Dry product. Granules are poured into the sink of the bath / sink in the amount of 1 sachet (100 g.). About 0.5 liters of hot water are poured here and left for an hour. Over time, the entire system is washed with hot water.
- Gel. A thick agent is poured into the drain in an amount of 70-100 gr. Top pour 2 cups of hot water and wait 40-60 minutes. Then the sewer is washed with hot water under high pressure.
Do not leave the drug in the pipes for a longer time (at night) to achieve a better effect. This could result in molten / damaged plastic sewer pipes.
To the tool "deepened" as far as possible into the collector, you can preheat the sewer pipe.To do this, pour some hot water into the collector before filling / filling the “Mole”. The plastic will become warmer, from this the reaction of the chemical components will only intensify, and the Mole itself will be able to go a longer way in the system.
Precautionary measures
Since a household cleaning product contains aggressive components, you need to adhere to certain recommendations in working with it. Otherwise, there is a high risk of burns to the skin, mucous membranes or respiratory tract. Precautionary measures:
- It is desirable to work with solution or powder in high protective gloves. In this case, you need to wear long pants and a shirt with a sleeve to prevent the product from getting on the skin.
- If the gel or solution touches the skin, rinse it immediately with plenty of clean, cool water.
- When working with "Mole" it is recommended to wear a protective gauze mask so as not to inhale microparticles of powder or solution fumes.
- If the product gets into your eyes, rinse immediately with water and go to the doctor.
- In case of “Mole” getting into the organs of the digestive tract, it is worth calling an ambulance. Before the doctors arrive, you need to rinse your stomach with plenty of cool water.
It is forbidden to use hot water to wash off a chemical agent from the skin and mucous membranes. This will only provoke a chemical reaction and a further burn.
Keep all such chemicals should be away from children - in inaccessible shaded places.
Advantages and disadvantages of the product
You can highlight the following benefits of the cleaning agent "Mole":
- Favorable cost. Compared with more modern and expensive branded drugs, “Mole” seriously saves the family budget.
- Ease of use. Only three actions - to fill up, pour, rinse, and the plug in the pipes is eliminated. No need to bother with a cable or plunger.
- High speed. The maximum period for which it is possible to defeat the blockage in the sink or in the bath does not exceed 90 minutes.
- Cleanliness during the process. No need to remove large quantities of sludge or hair from pipes. Under the influence of the “Mole”, all this goes into the central collector or septic tank. There are no unpleasant odors or excess garbage in the apartment / house.
- Safety for all types of pipes. When used correctly, “Mole” does not adversely affect the collector made of cast iron, plastic, ceramics, concrete.
The disadvantages of the drug include its relative aggressiveness and the possibility of a chemical burn. But with all the precautions they can be avoided.
If you do not want to use such an aggressive tool or it did not give the expected result, you can replace the drug with Tiret Turbo. It includes surfactants anionic and nonionic, as well as chlorine bleach. The drug works on the same principle as the "Mole".
