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From: Lasse Langwadt <llc@fonz.dk>
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Subject: Re: Damned Projects!
Date: Sat, 28 Dec 2024 18:58:37 +0100
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On 12/26/24 20:29, 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.
> I came up with a pretty simple design which I've already proven to
> work first time at the breadboarding stage. However, turning this
> concept into a practical proposition is taking *far* longer than I'd
> imagined. I am getting there, but *slowly* and was wondering whether
> other people here have the same sort of problem as I invariably do
> with these little personal projects they undertake?
> 
> Your hydrophobic pal,
> CD

here some thing like this: https://www.micro-matic.dk/content-519750.html

is mandatory for washing machines and dish washers