24Preparing the wash cycle
Maximum loads
Recommended loads are indicated in the washing programme charts. General rules:
Cotton, linen: drum full but not too tightly packed;
Synthetics: drum no more than half full;
Delicate fabrics and woollens: drum no more than one third full. Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy. For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size.
Laundry weights
The following weights are indicative:
bathrobe |
| 1200 g |
napkin |
| 100 g |
quilt cover |
| 700 g |
sheet |
| 500 g |
pillow case |
| 200 g |
tablecloth |
| 250 g |
towelling towel |
| 200 g |
tea cloth |
| 100 g |
night dress |
| 200 g |
ladies’ briefs |
| 100 g |
man’s work shirt |
| 600 g |
man’s shirt |
| 200 g |
man’s pyjamas |
| 500 g |
blouse |
| 100 g |
men’s underpants |
| 100 g |