12BEFORE YOU WASH
SORTING
Hand Wash
Do not bleach
Do not tumble dry
Medium iron
Dryclean
LOADING
To get the best wash results sort your clothes before washing.
•COLOR Sort white fabrics from colored fabrics.
•CARE LABELS The care label will tell you about the fabric of the garment and how it should be washed.
•SOIL Sort clothes according to the type and amount of soil. Some soils suit warmer washes eg oily soils, while others are best washed in cold water eg mud, blood.
•LINT Wash lint givers and lint collectors separately. Where possible, turn lint collectors inside out.
Lint Givers | Lint Collectors |
Terry cloth | Synthetics |
Chenille | Corduroy |
Towels | Permanent Press |
Socks |
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•CHECK POCKETS Loose items can damage both your autowasher and your clothes.
•CLOSE ZIPPERS, HOOKS AND EYES This is to make sure that these items do not snag on other clothes.
•MEND ANY TORN GARMENTS OR LOOSE BUTTONS Tears or holes may become larger during washing. Remove any loose bra wires as they can damage your washing machine and/or dryer.
•PRETREAT ANY STAINS
•MAKE SURE THE WATER LEVEL SUITS THE LOAD SIZE Ensure that the load does not extend above the fabric softener dispenser as splashing may occur.
•FOR A BALANCED LOAD:
–A mixture of small and large items will wash the best.
–Place unfolded clothes firmly and evenly around the agitator.
–Do not wrap large items, such as sheets, around the agitator.
