Advice And Tips Before Washing; Unbleached Linen; Wool; Rayon Fi Bres And Synthetic Fi Bres - Asko W6864W ECO Operating Instructions Manual

Advice and tips before washing

Unbleached linen

Unbleached linen fabrics should be washed
at 60 °C, using detergent containing no bleach
or optical whiteners. Heavily-soiled linen can
occasionally be washed at higher temperatures,
but not too often because the heat can destroy
the linen's shine and strength.

Wool

These fabrics are labelled either machine wash
or hand wash. The Wool/hand wash program is
at least as gentle as washing by hand.
Wool is especially sensitive to processes such
as washing.
If you do not wish to spin dry, you can squeeze
out the water using terry towels. In this case
select No spin.
To fi nd out how to choose this setting, see the
"Washing" chapter. However, most garments can
withstand a short spin. Choose a short spin by
selecting a spin speed of 800 rpm or less.
Rayon fi bres and synthetic fi bres
Materials made of rayon fi bres, such as viscose,
and some synthetic fi bres are very delicate and
require much space so as not to crease. Only half
fi ll the drum when washing and choose a spin
speed of 800 rpm or lower.
NOTE!
Viscose and acetates are fragile when wet.

Reducing allergic reactions

The washing machine has a Super Rinse option.
Use this for people with sensitive skin, such as
those with allergies and small children.

Save time and energy

Use the Everyday wash program to save time
and energy. This program has a shorter main
wash than Normal, but is often suffi cient for
lightly soiled washing.

High water level

If you want more water for the main wash and
rinses, you can use the High water level option.
This is automatically selected in the Wool/Hand
10
program.
Economy and effi ciency
You can save energy by not using higher
temperature programs than necessary.
• Select Quick if you just need to freshen up
shirts or exercise clothes, for example. This
will save both water and energy.
• If you select a fast spin speed, this reduces
energy consumption when drying in a tumble
dryer or drying cabinet.
• Always wash with a full load when using the
Heavy, Everyday wash and Normal programs.
• Avoid pre-washing. Modern machines and
detergents clean eff ectively without pre-
washing. Pre-washing is only necessary for
heavily soiled washing.

Detergents

Eco-labelled detergents are less harmful to the
environment.
Detergent overdosing does not give better
washing results; it merely causes a greater
impact on the environment; can also hinder the
wash performance.
Try to use less detergent, and increase only if you
are not satisfi ed with the results.

Dyeing fabrics

If you want to dye fabrics in the machine, select
the Everyday wash program with the Super Rinse
option. Select temperature according to the dye
manufacturer's recommendations.
Choose a low spin speed if the fabric to be dyed
is a blended material such as polyester/cotton.
NOTE!
Add the dye directly to the washing drum – not
to the detergent compartment. After dyeing, you
should run the machine empty using the same
program. Use the normal amount of detergent.
NOTE!
Due to environmental concerns, we discourage
the use of strong chemicals.
When using agents for bleaching or stain
removal, there is a risk of rust (corrosion) and
discolouration of the machine.