Pothan is the best tool for cleaning sewer pipes

Pothan is a common pipe cleaner. After all, such an unpleasant situation as a blockage in the drain line occurs very often, and this creates significant trouble.

To remove a blockage, many people use a plumbing cable. But this method is not suitable for everyone. Not everyone can use a plumbing cable (women or children, for example), and this work is not an aesthetic activity. Since not everyone wants to endure an unpleasant odor and deal with stuck waste, a clogged sewer line also contributes to the appearance of an unpleasant odor - see how to deal with this problem.

Household chemicals allow you to clean a clogged pipeline without much effort, because they have nothing to do with dirty physical work.

They can be used without the use of plumbing tools, which greatly increases the popularity of household chemical products.

This is what a clogged pipe looks like from the inside. Next, we will look at the famous Israeli remedy “Bagi Pothan”, its advantages, disadvantages, composition and instructions for use.

Types of blockages

The types of blockages that disrupt the operation of the sewer system during the removal of contaminated gray water can be divided into several categories, the main ones being the following:

Simple blockages. Caused by the accumulation of food waste, hair, and fatty deposits in siphons and on pipe walls. They can be effectively eliminated by using specially developed chemicals for cleaning sewer systems.

Mechanical. The reason for their appearance is the entry of solid mechanical particles into the household drainage system. To eliminate it, you can use a plumbing cable, a bottle, chemicals, if they dissolve the object that has entered the sewer system; in some cases, dismantling the sewer system may be necessary.

Technological. As a result of improper installation of the sewer system (gaskets are installed incorrectly, there are protrusions at the pipe joints) or the presence of a large number of turns, deposits can accumulate at the joints and corners of the pipes. The main method for eliminating this type of problem is to dismantle the drain system and then reassemble it correctly; if this is not possible, the most effective way is to use special chemicals.

Small slope. In this case, when draining, the water remains in the pipeline for a longer time and, accordingly, dirt deposits inside the pipes accumulate faster. If proper assembly of the drainage system is impossible, the use of household chemicals will help to get out of the situation.

Pipe deformation. As a result of the discharge of chemicals that corrode the pipeline into the sewer, sudden changes in temperature or over time, sewer pipes wear out (their inner walls become rough) and lose their shape. This causes increased accumulation of mud deposits inside, the main way to combat which is to install a new sewer system.

Rice. 3 Baghi Pathan – pipe cleaning

Safety and Precautions

Baghi Pothan for removing blockages in the sewer system is a potent drug, when using which the following recommendations should be followed:

• Use personal protective equipment (rubber gloves, safety glasses) during use, ensure good ventilation in the work area.
• Avoid contact with skin, enamel surfaces of sinks and bathtubs, floors, marble and ceramic tiles.
• Do not mix the drug with other chemicals, do not dilute the granules with water before use.
• If the substance gets on your skin or eyes, you should immediately rinse them with running water and consult a doctor; if Pothan is swallowed, you should drink plenty of water and immediately seek medical help.
• Bagi Pothan should be stored separately from other household chemicals and kept securely away from children.

Compliance with safety measures

Drain drain cleaners contain concentrated, dangerous chemicals. Pothan from the manufacturer Baga is a natural explosive mixture. A special sign on the bottle in the form of the famous skull and crossbones warns of this.

Therefore, safety measures when using this cleaning composition are mandatory:

1. Before starting the procedure, you should open a window in the kitchen (if you need to clean the drain in the sink) or turn on the ventilation devices (when it comes to the bathroom or toilet). When Pothan reacts, it releases potent gases that are hazardous to health. It is necessary to ensure good ventilation of the room. It is advisable to remove hygiene items and towels from the bathroom, and remove dishes near the kitchen sink.
2. Be sure to protect your hands with rubber gloves. It is better if you wear a respirator or at least a gauze mask on your face.
3. Under no circumstances should you bend over and look into the drain. A poisonous fountain of spray and foamy fumes may unexpectedly fly out of the hole.
4. It is prohibited to combine the drug with other chemical compounds or dilute it with water in a bottle. An unpredictable reaction is possible.
5. Avoid contact of the substance with skin and eyes. If this situation occurs, you must immediately rinse your eyes and hands with running water. If you accidentally get at least one granule into your stomach, you should drink as much water as possible. It is extremely important to consult a doctor immediately. So that a specialist can understand what toxic product we are talking about, it is worth showing him the packaging.
6. During the procedure, it is recommended to remove children and pets from the premises.
7. The product must be stored separately from other household chemicals in a secluded place (away from small children and curious pets).

By following all measures for proper handling of the product, you can protect yourself and all household members from unforeseen life-threatening situations. What Pothan will become - a deadly poison or an indispensable assistant in the fight against blockages - depends solely on the person himself.

Benefits of using the drug

The cost of the drug Bagi Pothan is quite high; a package weighing 600 g will cost the buyer about 8 USD. – this disadvantage is offset by the following advantages:

High efficiency. Bagi Pothan is one of the most potent drugs that dissolves all types of mud deposits in pipes until they disappear completely.

Economical consumption. Unlike liquid products, the use of granules allows you to use one package about 10 times for very severe blockages, and given the effectiveness of the drug, the period between cleaning drains, compared to other products, increases significantly. This makes the drug a good buy, considering the price-quality ratio.

Performance. According to the instructions, the drug cleans drain pipes within 3 minutes.

Rice. 4 Pothan - description on the package

Composition of Baga Pothana

Dirt, fatty deposits, wool, hair, rusty formations - all this is easily dissolved by the Israeli product, manufactured in granules. Let's consider its composition.

1. Caustic alkali.
2. Surfactant
3. Inorganic acids.
4. Alkaline additives.

“Pothan”, used for cleaning sewer pipes, is beneficial for the following reasons:

• affordable cost - Israeli drain pipe cleaner can be purchased in retail chains at an affordable price;
• economical use of granules. Because even one package is enough for two or three uses;
• the composition of the drug allows it to act very quickly;
• “Pothan” produces fairly high-quality sewer pipe cleaning, and is justifiably considered one of the most powerful products.

History and origin

Colonies of Pathans (Pashtun people) arriving in Punjab are accounted for by Sir Densil Ibbetson in the following manner:

The history of Pathans in India is much earlier. Trapusa and Bahalika, variously assumed to be merchants or slaves from Balkh were the first lay-person to accept Buddha. During that time, the regions west of HinduKush, including Afghanistan were ruled by Mauryan empire and their vassal states of Indo-Greeks. These Indo-Greeks were staunch followers of Vishnu and Buddha and ruled large parts of Afghanistan and Pakistan. They gave rise to the Hellenistic form of Buddhism which competed with the Mathura form.

Large numbers of Pathans accompanied the armies of Mahmud of Ghazni, Muhammad of Ghor and Babur, and many of them obtained grants of land in the Punjab plains and founded Pathan colonies which still exist. Many Pathans were driven out of present-day Afghanistan and khyber Pakhtunkhwa due to devastated invading forces such as Genghis Khan and his Mongol armies, including internal feuds or famine, and have taken refuge in the plains east of the Indus River where the Mongols marked the line of their aggression.Mehmond Pathan Hoshiarpur were also in the army of Mahmud of Ghazni. Which show the strength of Pathan tribes

The tribes most commonly to be found in the Punjab region are the Niazai, Kundi, Miana, Bangash, Yusufzai, Hassan Zai, Mandanr, Lodhi, Kakar, Sherwani, Orakzai, Tareen, Sulemankhel sulemani, Kakazai, Karlanri, barakzai, Khizerzai and the Zamand Pathans. Of these the most widely distributed are the Yusufzai, of whom a body of 12,000 accompanied the Mughal Emperor Babur in the final invasion of India, and settled in the plains of India and the Punjab. But as a rule, the Pathans who have settled away from the frontier have lost all memory of their tribal divisions, and indeed almost all their national characteristics. The oral tradition of Pathans has that they are descendants of the soldiers of Alexander the Great who invaded the area in 327–323 BC. Archaeological evidence, however, suggests a Greek influence before this invasion. A phylogenetic study investigated the possible genetic relation of Pathans with Greeks and found evidence of a limited contributions of Greek genes in the Pathan population.

What is Pothan for pipe cleaning chemical composition

All chemicals for cleaning sewer pipes can be divided into two large groups: acidic and alkaline. Alkaline preparations do not have a harmful effect on metal compared to substances containing acid; they remove fatty deposits better, therefore they are widely used in everyday life for cleaning pipelines and plumbing fixtures.

The manufacturer produces Bagi Pothan in the form of granules or powder, it contains the following components:

• more than 30% caustic alkali;
• surface active substances (surfactants) from 5 to 15%;
• various types of additives.

Thanks to its composition, Bagi Pothan not only perfectly removes fatty deposits, but also dissolves wool, hair, rusty formations, and organic food debris, which are the main sources of pollution.

Compound

Chemical household compositions for combating blockages in sewer and waste pipes are divided into acidic and alkaline. Products containing alkali have a less aggressive effect on pipelines and plumbing compared to acid-containing mixtures.

The Pothan product contains alkali, which successfully copes with rust, grease deposits, and household waste. Hair and wool plugs in pipes are also easily dissolved under the influence of the Israeli drug.

If we consider the composition of Pothan in percentage terms, the following components can be noted:

• 30% alkali (sodium hydroxide – NaOH) – the main active ingredient;
• from 5 to 15% surfactants (surfactants) – has an auxiliary effect;
• inorganic acids;
• disinfectant cleaning additives.

Polyvinyl chloride (the material from which the highest quality and most widely used pipes are made) does not react with the components of the Pothan cleaner. Therefore, it can be safely used for cleaning plastic PVC pipes and their corrugated parts.

How to determine the presence of a blockage

Before using any product to remove blockages in pipes, it is advisable to verify the need for its use based on the following criteria:

• Reducing the rate of water outflow. This problem is easy to identify when the taps are turned on at full power - water accumulates in the sink or bathtub.
• The appearance of an unpleasant odor from the drain hole also indicates the presence of a blockage with biological waste.
• Another sign of clogged drain pipes is the appearance of water in low-lying drains (usually a bathtub or shower stall) when draining water from higher-lying sinks. Sometimes this effect is observed when using a washing machine while draining dirty water.

Rice. 2 Blockages of sewer systems

Pothan pipe cleaning instructions for use

Step-by-step instructions for using Pothan to clean pipes are as follows:

1. First of all, it is necessary to ensure good ventilation of the room, as when using Baga Pothan, gases harmful to health are intensely released. When cleaning the sewer system in the bathroom, it is better to remove towels and personal hygiene items (toothbrushes, washcloths) from it. The product is potent, so to protect your hands it is better to use rubber gloves, in which you should carry out all work.
2. Before use, remove water from the siphon approximately 5 cm below the drain hole. This rule is automatically observed in all normally assembled drain systems, so it is very rarely subject to mandatory execution.
3. Next, into the drain hole at arm's length with your head turned to the side, you need to pour 70 - 100 g of granules, which corresponds to half a glass. When cleaning the sewer for the first time, it is better to use the maximum amount of the substance; in the future, during preventive cleaning, the dose can be reduced.
4. Then you need to pour half a glass of hot water into the drain hole, you need to wait 3 minutes until the product dissolves the blockage.
5. After a specified time, the sewer system is flushed with hot water.
6. If it is not possible to completely remove the blockage the first time, the above procedure is repeated.

Rice. 5 How to use the product

Instructions for use

If you consider that Bagi Pothan contains alkali for cleaning, it becomes clear that this product must be used with extreme caution. In addition, if you use this drug incorrectly, you can get the opposite result to what is expected.

To avoid getting into such a situation, you must strictly follow the instructions provided. So, let's look at the step-by-step instructions for using Pothan.

1. Before the cleaning process, remove the liquid so that its level is less than 5 centimeters below the drain hole.
2. The granular substance is then poured into the drain. For one-time cleaning, 100 g of the substance is enough. In order not to violate the instructions for use, it is better to use a plastic glass for accurate measurements.
3. After the drug is poured into the sewer drain, you should wait 3 minutes. After the required time has passed, well-heated water is poured into the drain. One liter is enough.

1. Then again you need to wait 3 minutes.
2. The last rinsing procedure is performed with warm running water. It is not recommended to use cold water for this.

The method of application in this situation is simple. A simple procedure will quickly get rid of plaque and clogged sewer pipes. Regular prevention in this way will allow you to forget about the troubles that congestion causes.

It is very important to note that Bagi Pothan is very poisonous. For this reason, after using it, the room must be well ventilated. Also, the active chemicals contained in the composition can cause chemical burns. Therefore, it is necessary to carry out the work wearing protective rubber gloves.

Famous Punjabi-Pathans of Pathan ethnicity

• Ayub Khan, President of Pakistan
• Feroz Khan, Prime Minister of Pakistan
• Hamidullah Khan Burki WWII Flotilla Commander, Captain Pakistan Hockey Team, writer, photographer, and journalist
• Imran Khan Niazi, Former cricketer and Current Prime Minister of Pakistan
• Jehangir Khan Tareen Former Minister for Industries
• Dr. Nazir Ahmed OBE, Pakistani scientist, bureaucrat and founding chairman of the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission
• Hayatullah Khan Tareen Former MNA
• Shaukat Tarin Former Finance Minister of Pakistan
• Nawabzada Nasrullah Khan Babar Senior Politician
• Munir Ahmad Khan, Pakistani nuclear scientist and engineer
• Ishaq Khan Khakwani, Former Federal Minister of State for Pakistan Railways And IT & Telecom
• Javed Burki, Pakistani cricketer
• Maulana Kausar Niazi, former Federal Minister
• Amir Abdullah Khan Rokhri, former Senator
• Gul Hameed Khan Rokhri, politician
• Amir Abdullah Khan Rokhri, politician and member of Pakistan Movement
• Humair Hayat Khan Rokhri, member of the National Assembly of Pakistan
• Amir Abdullah Khan Niazi, Sitara-i-Jurat twice and Military Cross
• Tariq Niazi, Pakistani field hockey player
• Khan Bahadur Alam Khan, Member District Board Jalandhar, Assessor in Session Court Jalandhar.
• Aamir Hayat Khan Niazi, member of the Punjab Provincial Assembly
• Munir Niazi, a poet of Urdu and Punjabi languages
• Shahryar Khan, foreign secretary and Chairman PCB
• Zulfiqar Ali Khan, Pakistan Air Force Chief of Air Staff
• Tariq Kamal Khan, Pakistan Navy Chief of Naval Staff
• Karamat Rahman Niazi Pakistan Navy Chief of Naval Staff
• Shireen Dil Niazi Maj.Gen.Pak Army, former DG FC
• Zarrar Azim Lt.Gen. Pak Army, former Core Commander Lahore
• Hadayatullah Khan Niazi Maj.Gen. Pak Army, former DG NHA
• Rafiullah Khan Niazi Maj.Gen. Pak Army, former DG FC
• Sanaullah Khan Niazi Shaheed Maj.Gen.Pak Army, former GOC Swat
• Javed Sultan Khan Niazi Shaheed Maj.Gen.Pak Army, former GOC Kohat
• Salahuddin Khan Niazi Addl IG Police Punjab
• Habibullah Khan Niazi IG Police Punjab
• Dr.Liaquat Ali Khan Niazi DMG Officer, Former Secretary, Govt. of Punjab
• Maqbool Khan Niazi, Former federal minister and MNA
• Misbah-ul-Haq, Pakistani cricketer
• Intikhab Alam, Pakistani cricketer
• Fawad Khan, actor

Effect on plastic pipes

Bagi Pothan is a potent product designed to clean only thick-walled plastic sewer pipes made from polypropylene or PVC pipes. Its use for cleaning thin-walled and drain pipes of washing machines and dishwashers, which can be made of materials other than PVC, is not allowed. It is also not recommended to use the product when cleaning corrugated pipelines - if it remains in the recesses of the corrugation for a long time, it can be damaged.

In any case, after cleaning plastic sewer pipes with strong Bagi Pothan, it is better to immediately rinse them with water for a while.

Impact on plastic pipes

Before buying Bagi Pothan for cleaning, many people are interested in what effect it has on plastic pipes.

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Considering the impact of this household chemical product on plastic systems, it should be noted that it is the most modern product, characterized by high quality indicators.

The manufacturer produces Pothan in a concentrated form, so it effectively cleans even blockages formed by limescale and rusty deposits.

It is important to know that this product does not affect copper and cast iron lines. It will also not have a negative impact on plastic pipes.

The peculiarity of the drug is its high-quality reaction and amazing effect. It's all about the maximum concentration, which is used within acceptable limits. Due to this, there is no negative impact on plastic or any other pipes, and the cleaning itself takes from 3 to 15 minutes.

Based on the above, we can conclude that using this cleaning product, you don’t have to worry about possible destruction of the line, which means you don’t have to incur extra costs for new materials and plumbers’ services.