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I'm trying to install my dishwhasher and I'm at the point where I need to install the drain hose.
However, the pipe is obstructed by this plug:
I guess this is the right pipe (please confirm).
I tried to remove it with pliers and screwdriver with hammer without any success.
How may I remove it?
Thanks.
Edit: Here's another picture:
While they are not the most correct way to alleviate your problem, check your favorite home center/big box store for a "flexible tail piece extension". The ideal method would be to remove and realign your current drain. While the flexible drains work they are more prone to clogging due to the accordion like walls of the pipe.
I'd suggest the following (apologies for the crude drawing).
From left-to-right:
Sweep with cleanout:
45 degree elbow:
That should:
While you're at it, I'd also move upstream to that inside corner 90 degree angle and replace that with a 90 degree sweep as well.
Best Answer
It looks like a plug in a barbed fitting for hose with clamp attachment. When not being used, the drain is sealed by the plug.
I would apply heat to the barbed section causing it to expand slightly and loosen it's grip on the plug. A hair dryer might work, if not an electric heat gun set to LOW worked all the way around the barbed section for a few minutes then try turning it out again - and remember "righty-tighty, lefty-loosey".