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Posted by Tom G on June 29, 2007, 12:58 pm
> Am about to get a newer machine.
> Currently have regular valves at the wall (recessed in a small box).
> Can I add lever type valves after the existing valves (which are very hard
> to turn).
> Also, is that armored hose worth the cost?
>
> Lou
Why not just replace the existing gate valves with a ball valve (lever turn)
valve set up. You can buy them as a single lever which turns off both
valves at once or a two lever set up. Shouldn't be a problem to replace
them, especially for a plumber. Although I'm sure you could jury rig a
setup with additional ball valves after the existing valves. The problem
with the existing valves is that eventually they get so hard to turn that
you don't turn them off between wash sessions and then, when a hose breaks
or washer fill level malfunctions, you have to run for the main house valve
to shut it down. What's the cost for a pair of steel braid reinforced
hoses..$22 versus $12 for the old rubber only hoses?
If a rubber hose breaks, it usually bursts open and floods the house, while
the steel reinforcement will prevent the bursting, only leaking until you
catch it and replace it. The peace of mind would be worth the $10
difference to me.
Tom G
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