

The vacuum hose should be left on the line for approximately two minutes. This way after vacuuming, the vacuum can be inspected for the debris that was removed. An empty shop vacuum should be used for vacuuming the drain line. The condensate line can be vacuumed by placing the vacuum hose on the discharge of the condensate line. One easy way a homeowner can clear the condensate drain is to vacuum it with a shop vacuum from the outside of the home.

The first step that needs to be taken is to clear the primary condensate drain to allow the system to drain properly. However, small lizards or frogs occasionally become lodged in the pipe stopping the flow of the water.


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