Re: washing machine hoses

In article <jplsg150rdhpcurkjnc4g4lpsfadbhc7u2@xxxxxxx>, spamtrap100
@comcast.net says...
> "david" <athaided@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> >then would turning the water taps to the washing machine on and off
> >between washes be advisable or will that frequency cause more damage to
> >the tap
>
> In my experience, operating the taps on a semi frequent basis will keep them
> functional far longer that not operating them. That said, you might look into a
> level style washer valve. Shouldn't cost a lot to retrofit and would be much
> easier to use...

If you want to shut it off every time, I'd get one of the retrofit
kits for automatic solenoid shutoffs -- they typically turn the taps
on when the washing machine starts drawing electricity, and turn them
back off when the electricity stops flowing.

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