Preparing the washing cycle
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Types of washing and care symbols
The care symbols assist in selecting the correct washing program. The
washing should be sorted according to the type and care symbol.
The temperature specifications in the care symbols are always
maximum specifications.
Cottons I
Fabrics made of cotton and linen with this care symbol will withstand
maximum wash actions and high temperatures. The COTTONS/LINEN
program is suitable for this type of washing.
Linens G C
Fabrics made of cotton and linen with this care symbol will withstand
maximum wash actions and are colourfast at 40°C or 60°C. The
COTTONS/LINEN program is suitable for this type of washing.
Easy care washing D H
Fabrics such as finished cottons, cotton mixtures and synthetics with
this care symbol require a gentler washing action. The EASY CARES
program is suitable for this type of washing.
Delicates D
Fabrics such as layered fabrics, microfibres, synthetics or curtains with
this care symbol require a very gentle treatment. The DELICATES
program is suitable for this type of washing.
Woollens and very delicate types of washing 9 ? B
Fabrics such as wool, wool mixtures or silk with this care symbol require
a very gentle wash cycle. The WOOLLENS program is suitable for this
type of washing.
Woollens with 9 (wool mark) may only be washed in the washing
machine if they bear the addition "does not felt" or "suitable for
machine washing".
Fabrics with the care symbol 8 (Hand washing) or @ (Do not wash!)
may not be washed in the washing machine!
Please follow care instructions "wash separately" and "wash separately
several times"!