Electrolux LAVAMAT 16810 manual Drying symbols on garment labels, Duration of the drying cycle

Preparing the drying cycle

Drying symbols on garment labels

Always look at the garment label to check whether garments can be machine dried.

The following symbols refer to drying:

Machine drying is usually possible

Normal drying (normal temperature)

Gentle drying (reduced temperature)

Do not machine dry

Duration of the drying cycle

The drying time can vary according to

•the final spin speed;

•the required degree of drying (store dry or iron dry);

•the type of laundry;

•the size of load.

The usual drying times for the timed programmes are indicated in the programme chart. As you become more familiar with the appliance, you will discover the drying times that best suit your needs according to the various type of fabric. It is a good idea to make a note of these times.

Modification of the drying time or degree of drying

If you wish to modify the drying time or the degree of drying when a dry- ing programme is running, first depress START/PAUSE button to set the machine to PAUSE. After modifying the time or degree, depress START/PAUSE again to continue the programme.

Fibre residue

After drying fluffy fabrics, such as new towels, it is advisable to perform the RINSE programme to be sure that any residue that may remain in the tub is completely removed and does not stick to garments dried afterwards.

After each drying cycle the filter should be checked and cleaned.

Additional drying

Should the laundry still be too wet at the end of the programme, set another short drying time.

Warning! To prevent the formation of creases or shrinking of fab- rics, avoid excessive drying.

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