How to Keep Your Drain Camera in Top Condition
Your drain camera is more than just a tool; it’s the heart of your business.
Whether you’re diagnosing a blocked sewer in Tauranga or inspecting root damage in Christchurch, you need your camera running sharp, day after day.
But here’s the truth: most camera damage is preventable.
With a bit of care and routine TLC, your Razorback camera will pay for itself over and over again.
Here’s how to keep your drain camera in top condition, so it stays reliable, profitable, and ready for action.
1. Clean It After Every Use
It sounds obvious, but you’d be surprised how many cameras are shoved back in the case, caked in grease, sand, and stormwater sludge.
Wipe down:
- Camera head
- Spring and cable
- Reel and connectors
Use a soft cloth with mild detergent — no high-pressure hose!
“A clean camera is a clear camera — and your footage is your reputation.”
2. Check Your Connections Regularly
Loose or corroded connectors can cause:
- Glitchy video
- No signal to monitor
- Sudden cutouts mid-inspection
Tip: Unplug and inspect each connection weekly. Spray with electrical contact cleaner if needed.
3. Don’t Kink the Cable
Dragging your reel around like a hose can shorten its lifespan by months.
- Wind and unwind slowly
- Don’t pull by the cable
- Avoid sharp bends and knots
Razorback cables are built tough — but treat them like a tool, not a tow rope.
4. Store It Right (Avoid Heat + Moisture)
Leaving your camera in a hot van or damp trailer overnight? That’s asking for:
- Foggy lens issues
- Corroded internals
- Reduced battery life
☑︎ Store in a dry, cool place
☑︎ Keep the screen and control box covered when not in use
5. Use the Right Skid Size
Running a camera head too small for the pipe = unnecessary wear.
Running one too big = stuck camera, scratched head, or broken springs.
Always fit the correct skid bracket for your pipe size:
- 12.8mm = 40–90mm pipes
- 21mm = 90–150mm
- 29mm = 100–300mm
6. Test Before Every Job
Before you drive 45 minutes to a blocked pipe, check:
- Camera boots up
- Footage is clear
- Cable feeds correctly
- SD card or recording works
It takes 2 minutes and could save your whole day.
7. Service It Annually (or Sooner if Heavy Use)
- Spare parts locally stocked in NZ
- Quick turnaround service & repairs
- Support from real Kiwi tradies who know the tools
Contact Razorback NZ for Maintenance Help
Phone: 0800 708 108
Email: contact@razorbackdrains.nz
Final Tip: Take Care = More Profit
It’s simple math:
Better care → Fewer repairs → Less downtime → More inspections → More
- Free NZ-wide shipping on spare parts
- Finance available on new cameras and upgrades
- Support from real humans, not bots
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