Plunge with a vertical up-and-down action, keeping the handle straight and vertical. Tilting at an angle will reduce the force and potentially break the seal you’re making with the cap. Do this for 15-20 seconds and then have a look at the results. Pour a small amount (perhaps half a cup) of baking soda down the drain. Let it sit there for a couple of minutes. The culprit is usually a build-up of hair and soap scum. If you can spot hair in the bottom of the drain, see if you can’t just reach in and pull it out using your hand. Nasty business but better than a plumber’s invoice and an empty wallet.

Make sure you don’t use any chemicals yet, as using a plunger with chemicals is inevitably going to splatter them all over your clothes or skin.user setting programs, each supports up to 5 sequential steps of different temperatures and duration times When the external temperature sensor is connected, the internal temperature sensor will disconnect automatically, allowing the temperature control and display to rely on the external temperature sensor Follow it up with a cup of white vinegar and a little more hot water. Leave for 5-10 minutes.• Flush with boiling water.