Coloured cotton
Coloured cotton items with the washing in-
struction 60°C should be washed at 60°C for
the first time in order to remove any excess
dye. If you do not do so, there is a risk that
the colour will run. Use detergent without
bleach in order to preserve the colour of the
fabric.
Delicates
Unbleached linen
Unbleached linen fabrics should be washed
at 60°C, using detergent containing no bleach
or optical whiteners. Heavily-soiled linen can
occasionally be washed at higher temperat-
ures, but not too often because the heat can
destroy the linen’s shine and strength.
Wool and silk
These fabrics are sometimes labelled as ma-
chine washable and sometimes as hand
wash. The machine's Wool/Hand programme
is just as gentle as washing by hand.
Wool is especially sensitive to processes such
as washing.
If you do not wish to spin dry, you can
squeeze out the water using terry towels. In
this case select No spin.
To find out how to select this setting, see the
Washing chapter. However, most garments
can withstand a short spin. Choose a short
spin by selecting a spin speed of 800 rpm or
less.
Artificial fibres and synthetic fibres
These materials require plenty of room to
prevent them from getting creased. Only fill
the drum half full when washing artificial or
synthetic fibres. Choose a short spin by select-
ing a spin speed of 800 rpm or less.
Note!
Viscose and acetates are fragile when wet.
Save time and energy
Use the Cotton eco programme to save time
and energy. This programme has a shorter
main wash than Normal, but is often sufficient
for lightly soiled washing.
Economy and effciency
You can save a lot of energy by not using
higher temperature programs than necessary.
•Select Quick if you just need to freshen up
shirts or exercise clothes, for example. This
will save both water and energy.
•If you select a fast spin speed, this reduces
energy consumption when drying in a
tumble dryer or drying cabinet.
•Always wash with a full load when using
the Heavy, White cotton, Coloured cottons
and Cotton eco programmes!
•Avoid washing with pre-wash. Modern
machines and detergents clean without
pre-wash. Only very heavily soiled laundry
such as overalls and similar garments are
likely to need a pre-wash.
Detergents
Eco-labelled detergents are less harmful to
the environment.
Detergent overdosing does not give better
washing results; it merely causes a greater
impact on the environment.
Try to use less detergent, and increase only
if you are not satisfied with the results.
Note!
Because of environmental concerns we dis-
courage the use of strong chemicals.
When using agents for bleaching or stain re-
moval, there is a risk of rust (corrosion) and
discolouration of the machine.
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