How to wash correctly
Separate washing
Make sure that the DRYING programme selector is at theFinish position. Otherwise the drying programme set will follow on from the washing programme.
Before washing
A Sort the laundry
^Empty all pockets.
,Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause damage to garments and components in the machine.
^Stains etc. should be removed as soon as possible whilst still fresh. Spillages should be carefully dabbed off using a soft, colourfast cloth. Do not rub!
Badly soiled areas can be
,Do not use
^Sort the laundry by colour and by care label symbol. Most garments have a textile care label in the collar or side seam. See the "Programme overview chart" for information on which programmes to use for different fabric types.
Dark textiles often contain excess dye and should be washed separately several times before being included in a mixed load.
–Curtains: Remove lead weights and strips or place in a laundry bag.
–Bras: Ensure any underwiring is securely sewn in. If not, remove it.
–Knitted garments, trousers and jeans,
–Close any zips, fasten hooks and eyes etc before washing.
–Fasten duvet covers etc. to prevent small items from being rolled up inside them.
Do not wash any items in this machine which are specified by the manufacturer as
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