HELP! Kohler Wellworth clogged--for two days

KarenTheBold · Apr 16, 2009

I have a Kohler Wellworth that has never flushed very well--small passage way, and low-flow (this is California). I even got a replacement Wellworth as this flushing problem was so common, that I traded it for a "new, improved" model at no charge.

Problem: Any substantial #2, and the toilet clogs. Not from TP, just from organic material.

In the past I've been able to clear with a plumber's friend, but this latest instance has not responded to that, no matter how much I try.

I've tried dumping in a pail of water, hoping to dislodge the blockage.

After a few hours, the extra water does go down the drain, but the blockage remains.

Is this the time to get a snake or other tool? Or is there some other method to try? Chemicals?

Jadnashua · Apr 16, 2009

A toilet auger...it will help if the clog is within about 4-5' of the toilet. Big box stores carry a couple of different models. Don't use chemicals...waste money and time and rarely work.

Might be time to invest in a toilet that actually works.

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Gary Swart · Apr 16, 2009

The whole Kohler line is fraught with problems, and the Wellworth in particular. Frankly, I think yours is working as well as you can expect. It will clog, you will have to plunge it frequently, and you will have to sometimes use an auger. There is nothing you are doing wrong, it is the nature of the beast. When you finally decide enough is enough, replace with a Toto, any model you wish, and you troubles with toilets will be over.

Kingsotall · Apr 16, 2009

Trapways can be compromised by hard water and mineral buildup. Guess in that respect it wouldn't matter what toilet you got.

Terry · Apr 16, 2009

The lower trapway of the Wellworth is known for clogging.
Elongated bowl, 125 grams
Regular bowl, 250 grams

If you use a closet auger on it, it may push out some of the problem.

Gusherb94 · Apr 17, 2009

Terry said:
The lower trapway of the Wellworth is known for clogging.
Elongated bowl, 125 grams
Regular bowl, 250 grams

If you use a closet auger on it, it may push out some of the problem.

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KarenTheBold · Apr 17, 2009

Just bought a replacement

More plunging today, no success in undoing the blockage.

So I went out and bought a Toto ECO Drake this afternoon, and the installer is coming on Monday.

The plumber's friend will go back to the garage.

Thanks for the advice.

Donn2390 · Apr 18, 2009

KarenTheBold said:
More plunging today, no success in undoing the blockage.

So I went out and bought a Toto ECO Drake this afternoon, and the installer is coming on Monday.

The plumber's friend will go back to the garage.

Thanks for the advice.

You are going to love your eco drake..! I've had mine in for about four months and all my troubles are behind me....
I'm thinking of having it moved to the living room so everyone can enjoy it.....

Jadnashua · Apr 18, 2009

Before installing the new toilet, have the plumber ensure the drain is not clogged. A new Toto is a good choice, but nothing will work with a messed up drain line.

SewerRatz · Apr 18, 2009

If plunging did not unclog your water closet. I do not think the trouble is with the water closet it self. There can be an obstruction beyond the water closet, or maybe something got flushed down the water closet that should not have. For example a toothbrush, comb, or even a Vaseline jar. Which would clog any water closet solid.

Kingsotall · Apr 18, 2009

Or casters for chairs.

SewerRatz · Apr 18, 2009

Heh, I pulled out gameboys and cartridges, glasses, but the one that made me cringe was false teeth. After I got them out and showed the homeowner what was clogging his water closet, he grabbed them and said "oh thats where they went." Then proceeded to rinse them off under the tap and put them in his mouth. *shudders*

hj · Apr 19, 2009

toilet

I had a toilet that acted like yours last week. Plunging got it to drain, but not flush. Closet auger would not go into the toilet. Used my Ridgid Mini See-Snake and saw there was a lady's hair pick, one of those things that looks like a comb with long teeth, stuck at the top of the trap. Plunging and snaking had wedged it in tightly. Used a hook while watching with the SeeSnake to guide it, and was able to dislodge it and pull it out.

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