Colored cotton
Colored cotton items labeled 140°F (60°C)
should be washed at 140°F (60°C) the first
time in order to remove any excess dye. If you
do not do so, there is a risk that the color will
run. Use detergent without bleach in order to
preserve the color of the fabric.
Delicates
Unbleached linen
Unbleached linen fabrics should be washed
at 140°F (60°C), using detergent containing
no bleach or optical whiteners. Heavily-soiled
linen can occasionally be washed at higher
temperatures, but not too often as the heat
can destroy the linen’s sheen and strength.
Wool and silk
These fabrics are sometimes labeled as ma-
chine washable and sometimes as hand
wash. The machine’s Wool/hand program 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 terrycloth 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 fibers and synthetic fibers
These materials require plenty of room to
prevent them from getting wrinkled. Only fill
half the drum when washing artificial or syn-
thetic fibers. Choose a short spin by selecting
a spin speed of 800 rpm or less.
Note!
Viscose and acetates are fragile when wet.
Reducing allergic reactions
The washing machine has a Super Rinse op-
tion. Use this for people with sensitive skin,
such as those with allergies and small chil-
dren.
Save time and energy
Use the White program to save time and en-
ergy. This program has a shorter main wash
than Normal, but is often sufficient for lightly
soiled laundry.
Economy and efficiency
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.
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If you select a fast spin speed, this reduces
energy consumption when drying in a
tumble dryer or drying cabinet.
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Always wash with a full load when using
the Sani, Stain - Color, Color, and White
programs!
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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-labeled 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.
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