A Plumbus is an all-purpose home device. Everyone knows what it does, so there is no reason to explain it. It was first shown in the episode, "Interdimensional Cable 2: Tempting Fate" where it was seen twice on the Interdimensional TV. First, when Stealy stole one from a workplace and again in an episode of "How They Do It" that shows the viewers how plumbuses are made. It is described as a common household and office item used as an accent piece to the room.
Plumbus or Plumbuses are worth six-and-a-half Brapples according to Stealy.
Plumbus Owner's Manual
“ | Welcome to the exciting world of Plumbus ownership! A Plumbus will aid many things in life, making life easier. With proper maintenance, handling, storage, and urging, Plumbus will provide you with a lifetime of better living and happiness. |
Physical copies of Rick and Morty: The Complete Second Season on DVD and Blu-ray Collector's Edition include an actual owner's manual, one version in an alien language and a second in English. The manual has eight pages including information such as parts of the Plumbus, usages, and various precautions. Together, with both languages, the packet itself is 16 pages long.
Trivia
- While the net worth of a plumbus is unknown, during the episode Interdimensional Cable 2, a stolen one was valued as 6 1/2 brapples.
- It appears as a silhouette in Journal 3 from Gravity Falls.
- There are human forms of Plumbus called Pav.
- "How They Do It" is referencing the popular show "How It's Made".