FAQ

Rough-In Products
FAQs
Q Where are Oatey Quiet pipes to be installed?
A They can be mounted directly to the hot and cold connections on the back of washer or to the hot and cold
water shut offs for the washer. We recommend them mounted to the hot and cold shut offs for more stability.
Q Can hammer arrestors be installed upside down?
A Yes. Oatey hammer arrestors are gas lled chambers that absorb shock no matter what angle they are installed.
Q Will the hammer arrestors ever ll with water?
A No. The arrestors are gas lled and sealed with internal O-Rings. The only way the arrestor will ll with water
is if one of the O-Rings fails. The O-Rings cannot be replaced. The arrestor would have to be replaced.
Q Is there a product that can be used to cover damaged oor tile around a toilet?
A The Oatey toilet base plate is made from high impact ABS material and is designed for this application.
After removing the toilet, clean all debris from tile surface and ll in voids if tile is missing. Place the toilet
base plate into position around the toilet ange and set the toilet. After the toilet is tested, apply a small
bead of silicone around the base of the toilet and the toilet base plate.
Q When should a tub protector be used?
A Tub protectors can be used to protect your tub against most accidental damages during new construction
or renovation projects.
Q Does one tub protector t all sizes and shapes of tubs?
A No. All tubs are different and the following factors must be considered when selecting a tub protector;
height, length, width and shape. Oatey offers tub protectors that t the following tub designs:
14"D x 60"L x 30"W – rectangle 16"D x 60"L x 42"W – rectangle
15"D x 57"L x 30"W – rectangle (ts 14" tubs) 16"D x 60"L x 30"W – oval
16"D x 60"L x 44"W – rectangle multi-size adjustable (14" to 16")