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How do I lift this drain cover?

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Hello you helpful lot.

 

Any guidance on how to lift this drain cover (picture attached)? 

 

Is it latched in some way, or is it 'just' a matter of getting the correctly shaped tools into the holes and lift? IS there a special tool/key for the job?

 

I have tried a robust screwdriver, but cannot get any lift.

 

Thanks in advance!

 

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That will be heavy.  Probably a 2 man lift with 4 handles, but someone else will have to advise what sort of handles to get as I don't recognise that type of cover.

7 minutes ago, ProDave said:

what sort of handles

This is a vague memory:   I think the handle is basically a hooked rod  and there is space around the hole for it to get purchase.

2 hooks lift it and get a block under, then do the other end.

It is probably badlu gummed up.

 

i've looked online and they seem to be mostly for light weight covers.    and these hooks look too long. Maybe ask at a specialist drainage merchant. JDP etc.

 

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Thanks for replies.

 

Those hooks look about what I had in mind.

 

I have done picture searches, but nothing comes up. Maybe a chat at a drainage merchant,mas you say.

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