Customer Reviews for Floodstop Washing Machine Valve Shutoff Kit

Floodstop Washing Machine Valve Shutoff Kit

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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Floodstop Washing Machine Valve Shutoff Kit

Customer Review: Buying my second one
Summary: 5 Stars

I have been using the FloodStop on my washer for 4 years. Recently, the flow to the washer was so low that it took a long time to fill. Found out that the cold valve was no longer stopping flow and during trouble shooting it will not open. I am so happy with the peace of mind that this device brings I am buying a replacement today. Like all devices, the only touble is when you discover that you had no protection. The only other time I had no protection was when my wife dusted behind the washer and pulled the sensor out from under the washer and behind the dryer. Verify setup and operation often.

Customer Review: Delivers as promised
Summary: 5 Stars

This product is very easy to install, about 10 minutes and that is only because I kept re-reading the simple instructions. I tested the unit and it worked right out of the box. This is a must have retrofit unit for homeowners. This is the one for people who doubt their ability to install. Trust yourself and this unit.

Customer Review: Easy Install
Summary: 4 Stars

Install this upsteam of your washer then sprinkle some water on the detector plate: the little valve motor makes a whirring noise and shuts off the water. All right! In a power outage, if you installed 4 "C" batteries, it will still work. If you don't have a spare AC outlet, it can run on batteries alone for a year. There is a flashing LED to let you know it is working.

I am no plumber, but all you need is a wrench. One of the fittings must have been out of spec because even with teflon tape I really had to (grunt) apply a lot of torque to thread it high enough to stop any leaks; always chancy because you could deform the coupling.

Wire hookup is so simple you really don't need the manual. The little leak detector plates can be hooked up in series and I bought an extra one for outside the pan, just in case.

The terminal box is too flimsy, and needs to be hinged, hence the loss of a star.

Customer Review: Everyone should have one
Summary: 5 Stars

Excellent product. Super easy to install and works like a champ. Quality appears to be top notch and testing indicates it performs exactly as advertised. Every house needs one !