Drain Cleaner: Cable Won't Feed
If the cable won't feed on your handheld pistol grip drain cleaner, check these parts: the cable, jaw, gear, and spindle. Follow our expert repair instructions to fix the problem yourself and have your drain cleaner working at peak performance again. Always refer to your owner's manual for information tailored to your model.
To replace the spindle assembly, remove the cable by pulling it out. Remove the retaining ring on the...
To replace the spindle assembly, remove the cable by pulling it out. Remove the retaining ring on the chuck spindle and pull the grip shield off. Take out the spindle and install the new one. Reinstall the hand guard and the chuck spindle assembly. Reconnect the cable by pulling up on the power grip shield, inserting the cable in the drum. Use an up-and-down motion until the cable begins to bend and starts to install in the drum. Install the entire cable with the grip shield in the “up” position.