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What is the primary function of a cleanout installed in a building sewer or drain?
Cleanouts are essential access points for plumbers to insert tools like augers or cameras to clear blockages or inspect the condition of the pipes within the dr
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Question: What is the primary function of a cleanout installed in a building sewer or drain?
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- To measure the flow rate of wastewater. ✅ To provide an access point for cleaning or inspecting the drainage system.
- To introduce chemical treatments into the sewer system.
- To ventilate the sewer system and prevent odour build-up.
Correct answer: To provide an access point for cleaning or inspecting the drainage system.
Explanation: Cleanouts are essential access points for plumbers to insert tools like augers or cameras to clear blockages or inspect the condition of the pipes within the drainage system. They are not intended for flow measurement, chemical introduction, or primary ventilation.
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