Wash cycles and options, Table of wash cycles

Wash cycles and options

EN	Table of wash cycles
EN
				Max. temp.	Max.		Detergent and additives			Max.
					Max.		Detergent and additives			Max.
		Icon	Description of the wash cycle		speed	Drying			Fabric	load
				(°C)	(rpm)		Prewash	Wash	Fabric	(kg)
				(°C)					softener
									softener
			Cottons wash cycles
			Cottons with pre-wash	90°	1400					8
			(Add detergent to the relevant compartment).	90°	1400					8
			(Add detergent to the relevant compartment).
			Cotton (1): heavily soiled whites and resistant colours.	60°	1400		-			8
				(Max. 90°C)
				(Max. 90°C)
			Cotton (2): heavily soiled whites and delicate colours.	40°	1400		-			8




			Coloured Cotton (3)	40°	1400		-			8



			Special wash cycles
			* Steam Refresh (see next page).	-	-	-	-	-	-	1,5

			Baby: heavily soiled delicate colours	40°	800		-			4

			Mix 30': to refresh lightly soiled garments quickly (not suita-	30°	800		-			3,5
			ble for wool, silk and clothes which require washing by hand)	30°	800		-			3,5

			Durable Synthetics	60°	800		-			3,5

			Silk: for garments in silk and viscose, lingerie.	30°	0	-	-			2
			Wool: for wool, cashmere, etc.	40°	800		-			2
			Drying cycles
			Wash & dry	30°	1400		-			1

			Cotton dry	-	-		-	-	-	6

			Synthetics dry	-	-		-	-	-	3,5

			Wool dry	-	-		-	-	-	1,5

			Partials cycles
			Rinse	-	1400		-	-		8

			Spin	-	1400		-	-	-	8
			Drain	-	0	-	-	-	-	8

Cycle

duration

(*) The duration of the wash cycles can be checked on the display.

The length of cycle shown on the display or in this booklet is an estimation only and is calculated assuming standard working conditions. The actual duration can vary according to factors such as water temperature and pressure, the amount of detergent used, the amount and type of load inserted, load balancing and any wash options selected.

(*)Note: 10 minutes after the START, the machine will recalculate the time remaining until the end of the wash cycle on the basis of the load inside it; this value will then be shown on the display.

For all Test Institutes:

1)Test wash cycle in compliance with regulation EN 50229: set wash cycle with a temperature of 60°C.

2)Long wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle with a temperature of 40°C.

3)Short wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle with a temperature of 40°C.

Wash options

Steam Hygiene

This option enhances washing performance by generating steam during the wash cycle that eliminates any bacteria from fibres while treating them at the same time. Place the laundry in the drum, choose a compatible programme and select option “ “.

!The steam generated during washer dryer operation may cause the porthole door to become hazy.

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Slow Spin

Press this button to reduce the spin speed.

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wash action and water optimisation ensure great wash results in the same average time of a standard cycle.

For the best washing results we recommend the usage of a liquid detergent.

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Time Saver

If you select this option, the wash cycle duration will be reduced by 30%-50%, depending on the selected cycle, thereby guaranteeing simultaneous water and energy saving. Use this cycle for lightly soiled garments.

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Eco Option

The Eco Wash function saves energy by not heating the water used to wash your laundry – an advantage both to the environment and to your energy bill. Instead, intensified

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