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Hi all,

I have a one-lever shut off valve for my washing machine. I plan to
get some SS braided hoses, right now I have rubber ones.

Anyway, I want to start using the shut off valve each and every time I
am not using the washer. Maybe a stupid question, but has anyone had
any problems while doing this? Like, the valve leaks or will wear out
over time?

Of course it will wear out over time. Everything mechanical eventually
does. OTOH, if you don't use the shutoff, it may stick in the on position
and not be able to turn off when needed. DAMHIKT