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Preliminary operations for washing
Check that garments are machine-washable by looking at the
international wash code symbols on the label.
Whites
Coloureds
Synthetics
Delicate fabrics
Wool
Sort clothing according to type of fabric, degree of soiling and
wash temperature.
Wool garments marked with only the
be washed in your machine, but those on which the symbol is
accompanied by the words "non felting" or "machine-wash-
able" may be machine-washed.
Never machine-wash garments labelled with the following
symbols:
Hand wash only
Do not wash in water
Dry clean only
Do not dry clean
May be bleached
Do not use bleach
Always follow the instruction "Wash separately".
New coloured items often contain excess dye which could run
and stain other, lighter items in the wash. It is advisable to wash
these items separately the first time.
If possible, treat stains when they are still new. Use water, soap or
suitable detergents (stain remover spray, stick, paste, etc.).
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