How Do You Remove Broken PVC Pipe From A Fitting?
The PVC cement used to connect PVC plumbing makes it nearly impossible to remove a broken PVC pipe from a fitting without the help of a professional. A professional plumber has access to a tool that heats the area between the broken PVC pipe and the fitting. The heat causes the PVC cement to break down, freeing the broken PVC pipe. Without a professional, it is still possible to remove the broken PVC pipe from a fitting with a drill motor and a simple drill attachment that grinds the broken PVC pipe from the fitting. Assemble the PVC pipe-removal bit. Slide the fluted grinding plate on the removal bit arbor, stack the alignment washers on the arbor and then thread the hex nut onto the threaded section of the arbor to hold the fluted grinding plate and alignment washers in place. Tighten the hex nut with the adjustable wrench to secure the assembly to the arbor. If your PVC pipe removal bit differs in construction, refer to the operating instructions enclosed with your bit for detailed
