Handylectric® - Economically Priced, Drain Cleaning Machine

The Handylectric is a tough, easy to use tool for clearing clogged sinks, tubs and laundry drain lines up through 3″ in diameter. It can use all of the accessories available for the Super-Vee, except the plastic cartridges. Cables are gripped securely by a Quick-Grip™ chuck equipped with a tightening handle, for easy tightening even with slippery hands. The patented chuck tightens firmly on the cable with just a quarter turn. Three chuck jaws securely hold 1/4″, 5/16″ and 3/8″ Flexicore® cable for a wide range of small-line jobs.

The variable speed control motor lets you start at low speed to eliminate starting “kick”. Then run at whatever speed is best for the job.The large, comfortable Grip Shield makes handling easier. The stamped aluminum drum can’t rust or crack. The drain cleaning machine holds 50 ft. of 1/4” or 5/16”, or 35 ft. of 3/8” Flexicore® cables. And the Handylectric can use all of the accessories available for the Super-Vee, except the plastic cartridges.

The Handylectric also comes with the new Band-It™splashguard to minimize excess water spray from the spinning drum.

Features

  • For sinks, tubs and laundry drains
  • Quick-Grip™ chuck secures cable with just as quarter turn.
  • Unique Dyna-Thrust™ bearing system for longer tool life.
  • Band-It™ splashguard minimizes excess water spray from the spinning drum.
  • Holds 50 ft. of 1/4″ or 5/16″, or 35 ft. of 3/8″ Flexicore® cable.
  • Flexicore wire rope center cables have unequalled strength yet the right amount of flexibility.
  • Made in U.S.A.

 

Grip Shield

The large, comfortable Grip Shield makes handling easier. The stamped aluminum drum can’t rust or crack.

Flexicore®Patent Nos.
2,244,735 and 2,849,870

Flexicore®Cable

Heavy gauge wire is coiled around 49 strand wire rope and then heat treated. This cable has unequalled strength and the right amount of flexibility. It’s so tough, it has a one year warranty against defect or breakage.

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Options

Down Head Fitting

All-purpose Down Head Fitting (Catalog #DHF) can be used with all standard HECS cutters.

Closet Auger Attachment

Closet Auger Attachment (Catalog #CAA) Guides 1/4″ or 5/16″ cable into bowl.

Carrying Case

Carrying Case (Catalog #MCC) For Super-Vee, Power-Vee and Handylectric.

Handy-Stand

The rugged Handy-Stand turns General’s popular and reliable hand-held drain cleaners into practical countertop or floor machines. Ergonomically balanced for maximum stability, the lightweight portable Handy-Stand fits the Super-Vee®, Power-Vee®, and Handylectric®, All three models are ideal for unclogging sinks, tubs, and laundry drains.

The convenient Handy-Stand makes it easier for you to carry your hand-held machine to and from the jobsite. The lift handle doubles as a spare cartridge holder and protects your machine from damage. On the job, the Handy-Stand can be positioned either horizontally or vertically for maximum flexibility.

Uni-Stand™

Save your arms and make drain cleaning easier with General’s new Uni-Stand! It securely supports your hand-held drain cleaner when you’re working in tight spaces like under sinks and kitchen cabinets. Just slide the adjustable clamp around the motor housing – and lock it into place for safe, solid support. Adjust the length of the Uni-Stand leg to the height desired. Then rock your machine back and forth as you feed the cable into the line.

Uni-Stand snuggly fits General’s popular Super-Vee®, Power-Vee®, and Handylectric® hand-held drain cleaners. All three are ideal for unclogging small diameter lines in sinks, tubs, and laundry drains. Uni-Stand works with many competitive machines, too!

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ClogChopper®

Rip through tough stoppages with the unique ClogChopper® multi-function cutting tools. Six self-sharpening blades dig into encrusted debris and root masses, easily grinding up stoppages, scale, and crystallized urine, without risking pipe damage.

The spherical design maneuvers around tight bends and traps, thoroughly and safely cleaning metal, plastic, and clay pipes. As it spins it also self-sharpens as it scrapes along the pipe walls. It’s excellent for clearing stacks, downspouts, mains, as well as for drain lining jobs.

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Snake-Oil Classic

A great way to extend the life of drain cleaning tools & equipment

Snake-Oil Classic™ preserves and protects sewer cables against rust and corrosion. It’s better than common lubricants because its special rust inhibitor cuts through moisture and replaces it with a rust-resistant coating. You’ll significantly extend the life of your cables and sewer machine, including the drum, bearings and power cable feed rollers. Snake Oil Classic also includes a deodorizer to give equipment a fresh, clean smell. Available in quarts or gallons.

Snake-Oil Classic SDS – Material Safety Data Sheet

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Cutters Set

AH

Arrow Head Starting Drill
Starting Drill (Gets water flowing)

BG

Boring Gimlet
For removing loose objects

DHBG

Down Head Boring Gimlet
For removing loose objects (Goes down waste, not up stack)

FAH

Flexible Spring Arrow Head Cutter
Starting Drill (For sharp turns in small lines)

1-1/4 SCB

1-1/4" Side Cutter Blade
For cutting and scraping

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Handylectric Units - Complete and ready to Operate

Item # Catalog # Description Weight  
102420 C-HE-A

Handylectric with 25HE1 (25 ft. x 1/4″), 25HE2 (25 ft. x 3/8″) cables, and HECS cutter set.

20 lbs
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102430 C-HE-A-WC

Handylectric with carrying case, 25HE1 (25 ft. x 1/4″), 25HE2 (25 ft. x 3/8″) cables, and HECS cutter set.

31 lbs
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102480 C-HE-D

Handylectric with 25HE1-A (25 ft. x 5/16″) cable.

12 lbs
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102490 C-HE-D-WC

Handylectric with carrying case and 25HE1-A (25 ft. x 5/16″) cable.

23 lbs
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102520 C-HE-F

Handylectric with 25HE1 (25 ft. x 1/4″) cable.

11 lbs
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102530 C-HE-F-WC

Handylectric with carrying case and 25HE1 (25 ft. x 1/4″) cable.

22 lbs
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Cutter Set

Item # Catalog # Description Weight  
130010 HECS

Handylectric Cutter Set (Includes Arrow head, Flexible Arrow Head, 1-1/4″ Side Cutter Blade, Boring Gimlet, & Down Head Boring Gimlet)

0.5 lbs
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Replacement Cables

Item # Catalog # Description Weight  
120010 25HE1

Flexicore Cable, 1/4″ x 25 ft. with EL Basin Head

4 lbs
WHERE TO BUY
120020 50HE1

Flexicore Cable, 1/4″ x 50 ft. with EL Basin Head

8 lbs
WHERE TO BUY
120030 25HE1-DH

Flexicore Cable, 1/4″ x 25 ft. with Down Head

5 lbs
WHERE TO BUY
120040 50HE1-DH

Flexicore Cable, 1/4″ x 50 ft. with Down Head

9 lbs
WHERE TO BUY
120050 25HE1-DDH

Flexicore Cable, 1/4″ x 25 ft. with Double Down Head

5 lbs
WHERE TO BUY
120060 50HE1-DDH

Flexicore Cable, 1/4″ x 50 ft. with Double Down Head

9 lbs
WHERE TO BUY
120070 25HE1A

Flexicore Cable, 5/16″ x 25 ft. with EL Basin Head

6 lbs
WHERE TO BUY
120080 50HE1A

Flexicore Cable, 5/16″ x 50 ft. with EL Basin Head

12 lbs
WHERE TO BUY
120090 25HE1-A-DH

Flexicore Cable, 5/16″ x 25 ft. with Down Head

6 lbs
WHERE TO BUY
120100 50HE1-A-DH

Flexicore Cable, 5/16″ x 50 ft. with Down Head

12 lbs
WHERE TO BUY
120110 25HE1-AC

Flexicore Cable, 5/16″ x 25 ft. with Female Connector

6 lbs
WHERE TO BUY
120130 50HE1-AC

Flexicore Cable, 5/16″ x 50 ft. with Female Connector

12 lbs
WHERE TO BUY
120160 25HE2

Flexicore Cable, 3/8″ x 25 ft. with Female Connector

7 lbs
WHERE TO BUY
120170 35HE2

Flexicore Cable, 3/8″ x 35 ft. with Female Connector

10 lbs
WHERE TO BUY

Parts & Accessories

Item # Catalog # Description Weight  
140840 BNDT

Band-It™ Splashguard

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133010 MCC

Carrying Case

9 lbs
WHERE TO BUY
133030 HST

Handy-Stand

6 lbs
WHERE TO BUY
133050 UNS

Uni-Stand

1.5 lbs
WHERE TO BUY
133020 CAA

Closet Auger Attachment

1 lb
WHERE TO BUY
140370 HE-25-28-B

Collet Chuck Assembly

0.5 lbs
WHERE TO BUY
140385 HE-26

Quick Grip Jaws (Set of 3)

WHERE TO BUY
136090 HE-31-3

Trigger Switch for Skil #6355-GWS

WHERE TO BUY
136100 HE-31-V-S

Trigger Switch for Skil #81596

WHERE TO BUY
128800 1CG

1” ClogChopper

1 lb
WHERE TO BUY
128810 1-1/2CG

1-1/2” ClogChopper

1 lb
WHERE TO BUY
128820 2CG

2” ClogChopper

1 lb
WHERE TO BUY
440120 SOQ

1 Quart Snake-Oil Classic

2 lbs
WHERE TO BUY
440150 SOG

1 Gallon Snake-Oil Classic

7.5 lbs
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Specifications

Motor:
All ball-bearing, double-insulated, reversible motor with variable speed control; 0-500 rpm. 230 and 240 volt units available.

Drum:
Heavy gauge stamped aluminum with inner drum to prevent cable tangling.

Capacity:
50 ft. of 1/4″ or 5/16″ cable; 35 ft. of 3/8″ cable. All cables are left hand wound and reinforced with a wire rope center.

Cutter Set:
Arrow Head, Boring Gimlet, Down Head Boring Gimlet, 1-1/4″ Side Cutter Blade, Flexible Arrow Head

Chuck:
Quick-Grip™ with tightening handle.

Grip Shield:
Makes handling easier.

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