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From: Jeff Layman <Jeff@invalid.invalid>
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Subject: Re: Damned Projects!
Date: Fri, 27 Dec 2024 08:38:27 +0000
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On 26/12/2024 19:29, Cursitor Doom wrote:
> Gentlemen,
> 
> I'm currently in the process of building a device which will shut off
> the power to a washing machine in the event of a hose failing and
> spewing water out all over the floor. This is an eventuality which has
> always caused me considerable angst, so I finally decided to do
> something about it. After all, those flimsy 'exhaust' hoses go brittle
> over time and having one split 'in action' could cause a significant
> amount of damage to the surrounding area in a very short time. Having
> something to cut the power off instantly as soon as the water hits the
> floor would be a very worthwhile addition to the utility room and
> beyond.

Why only cut off the power? Surely the important thing to do is cut off 
the water supply. Something like this should do it:
<https://www.amazon.co.uk/VYAIR-AS-416BR-Electronic-Leak-Detector/dp/B0CGXSS7VS?th=1>

That would also serve in the (admittedly rare) situation where the water 
supply tubing to the washing machine fails.

-- 
Jeff