The TrapSnake™ by Milwaukee is an innovative tool for any plumber. But if it is your first time using one, it might be unclear. So, to help any first-timer with this issue, we have made a step-by-step guide on how to feed and retract the second half of the cable for the TrapSnake™.
Feeding The Second Half of The Cable
Step 1:
Feed the first half of the cable and stop when the red line barely passes the top of the upper grip.
Step 2:
Push down the lower grip to lock the cable in place.
Step 3:
Push in the detent ball, the little ball sticking out on the pole, and pull up on the cable sleeve until the detent ball locks in the lower slot.
Step 4:
Pull up on the lower grip to unlock the cable grip and continue feeding.
Once done with the job, you will have to retract that excess cable or you’ll have a huge mess.
Retracting the Second Half of Cable
Step 1:
Pull up the auger handle.
Step 2:
Push down the lower grip to lock the cable in place.
Step 3:
Push in the detent ball and push down the cable sleeve until the detent ball locks in the upper. 4. Pull on the lower grip to unlock the cable and continue retracting.
Step 4:
Pull on the lower grip to unlock the cable and continue retracting.
Once done, snap the remaining cable onto the machine’s exterior. The clog is gone, the job is finished, and the tool is ready for storage. Though a short post, it was because this is a straightforward process. Did you find this helpful at all? Let us know in the comment section below. Share this post with any new plumbers, and check out this tool at AcmeTools.com.
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