How to Plunge a Toilet

Insert the plunger at a 45-degree angle, allowing the plunger head to fill with water. Helps avoid splashing, especially in nearly full toilets.

Once the plunger head is full of water, position it over the outlet hole. Tilt it upright to create a tight seal when it is centered over the outlet hole. Without a proper seal, the plunging action won't be effective.

Once you have a tight seal, begin to push and pull with slow pulses to ensure the water doesn't splash. A common misconception is that the force comes from the pushing; the real power lies in the pulling motion, which creates suction to help dislodge the clog from the trapway.

After several plunges, pause and check if the toilet is draining. If you are using the Beehive Max, the clog should be cleared in 1-2 plunges, although extra stubborn clogs may require more. 

If the water level drops but drains slowly, the clog may still be partially blocking the trapway. In this case, repeat steps 1-3.

Once water drains at the same rate as a normal flush, perform a test flush to confirm that the clog is fully cleared. If the toilet flushes and refills normally, you're good to go.

After flushing, if the water in the bowl doesn't drain and the water begins to rise quickly after flushing, turn off the toilet's water supply valve so the bowl doesn't overflow. Then repeat steps 1-3.