Hi, we have been having a problem with the kitchen sink and dishwasher draining away so I decided to investigate the outside drain that the kitchen waste feeds into. This is under the conservatory floor but there is a cover to gain access to the drain. Upon opening it all up it became apparent that the drain was blocked with fat/food deposits and was in a pretty filthy state.
Anyway, I have now cleaned it all out and now the waste is draining away without backing up as it was. However, in getting my arm down the drain and cleaning it out the following part came away drom the exit hole in the side:
The problem is that now I have cleaned it all out this item will not stay in place if I push it in the hole. I've tried searching the internet and I cannot find anything like this. It seemed to be surrounded by some hardish black substance which was holding it in place. I assumed this was just a build up of waste but I'm now wondering if it was something purposely fixing it in place.
What is this item for and what should I do about it. Also, if this is fixed in place then how does the waste get past it. I'm confused.
Any help would be gratefully received.
Thanks
Anyway, I have now cleaned it all out and now the waste is draining away without backing up as it was. However, in getting my arm down the drain and cleaning it out the following part came away drom the exit hole in the side:
The problem is that now I have cleaned it all out this item will not stay in place if I push it in the hole. I've tried searching the internet and I cannot find anything like this. It seemed to be surrounded by some hardish black substance which was holding it in place. I assumed this was just a build up of waste but I'm now wondering if it was something purposely fixing it in place.
What is this item for and what should I do about it. Also, if this is fixed in place then how does the waste get past it. I'm confused.
Any help would be gratefully received.
Thanks