What are washing machine outlet boxes?
Washing machine outlet boxes are recessed plumbing boxes that serve as the termination point for hot and cold water supply lines and the drain connection for a washing machine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there height restrictions when installing a washing machine outlet box?
Washing machine outlet boxes are commonly installed with the inside bottom of the box positioned between 34” and 48” above the finished floor, depending on appliance requirements and local plumbing codes.
Does Oatey offer a washing machine or ice maker valve that can easily attach to different pipe materials without adding additional adaptors?
Oatey is pleased to announce that we do offer such a valve for washing machine and ice maker connections; it is called the “Push Connect Valve”. These valves come as part of our Outlet Box collection. They are designed to easily accept ½” Copper, CPVC and PEX pipes, by simply pushing the ½” pipe into the Push Connect Valve Fitting. If for any reason the pipe needs to be removed after installation, no problem. Simply use the quick release tool to remove that section of pipe, and insert the new piece of pipe. No need for solder, pipe joint compounds or thread sealant/Tapes; just cut, de-burr and chamfer (bevel) pipe end before pushing and connecting the pipe.
Does Oatey offer a UL listed washing machine outlet box or ice maker outlet box?
No.
What materials are used to make washing machine outlet boxes?
Washing machine outlet boxes and ice maker outlet boxes are made of a High Impact Polystyrene. The WMOBs can be solvent welded to ABS or PVC drain pipes. Use ABS cements for ABS drain pipe connections and PVC cements for PVC drain pipe connections. Where building officials approve, Oatey ABS to PVC Green Transition cement can be used for either drain pipe material connection to WMOB.