Things You'll Need:
- Closet Auger
- Plunger
- Bucket
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Step 1
Fill a bucket or other container with about 2 gallons (8 l) of water. Pour it all at once into the center of the bowl. In most cases, this will take care of the problem.
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Step 2
If that fails, position a plunger over the opening so it makes the best seal possible. Move the plunger up and down vigorously, using very short strokes so it maintains contact with the bowl.
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Step 1
Use a closet auger to reach and pull out clogs that lie beyond the trapway, to remove an obstacle other than excessive tissue, or to clear a clog that remains after you've tried the methods above.
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Step 2
Insert the auger into the opening at the bottom of the bowl and push it in slowly until you feel soft resistance. Keep pushing, but start turning the handle clockwise to screw the end into the clog (see below). Keep turning as you draw the clog back into the bowl.
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Step 3
Remove or break up the clog and flush the toilet to test it.







