You can remove water from an electric pipe (conduit) using a shop vacuum, a pull string, a plastic bag, and a garden hose.
Here's a breakdown of the process:
Removing Water from an Electric Conduit
The process of removing water from electrical conduit, or a pipe, can be achieved using a few common tools. This process is vital to ensure the electrical system's safety and functionality. The primary tools used are:
- Shop Vacuum: Provides the suction to remove water.
- Pull String: Used to guide the plastic bag through the conduit.
- Plastic Bag: Acts as a seal to effectively remove the water.
- Garden Hose: Used in combination with the shop vacuum.
Steps to Remove Water
- Preparation: Ensure the electrical power to the affected conduit is turned off. This is a crucial safety step.
- Attach Garden Hose to Shop Vac: Connect the garden hose to the shop vacuum’s suction port.
- Guide the String: Feed a pull string through the conduit. If the conduit is long you may have to attach a vacuum to the other end to help pull the string through.
- Attach the Plastic Bag: Securely attach the open end of the plastic bag to the pull string.
- Insert the Plastic Bag: Pull the string to guide the plastic bag through the conduit until it reaches the end where the water is.
- Create a Seal: Once in position, ensure the plastic bag creates a seal within the conduit.
- Vacuum the Water: With the plastic bag creating a seal, place the end of the garden hose up to the conduit opening and activate the shop vacuum to pull the water out. You may have to use two garden hoses if the conduit is longer.
- Repeat if Necessary: If water remains, repeat steps 5-7.
- Check for Dryness: Once all the water has been removed check and wait a while for any excess moisture to evaporate.
This method effectively removes water, preventing potential electrical hazards and ensuring the longevity of your electrical system.
