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1. Preparing the laundry
Emptying all pockets
Empty all pockets.
Damage due to foreign objects.
Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins,
paper clips etc.) can cause damage
to garments and to components in
the machine.
Check the laundry before washing
and remove any foreign objects.
Sorting the laundry
Sort the laundry by colour and by
care label. Most garments have a
textile care label in the collar or side
seam.
Pre-treating stains
Clean badly soiled areas and stains
on the textiles before washing.
Spillages should be carefully dabbed
off using a soft, colourfast cloth.
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Damage due to solvent-based
cleaning agents.
Cleaning agents containing benzine,
stain remover, etc., can damage
plastic parts.
When pre-treating garments, make
sure that any plastic parts (e.g.
buttons) do not come into contact
with cleaning agent.
Risk of explosion due to solvent-
based cleaning agents.
If solvent-based cleaning agents are
used, an explosive mixture can form.
Never use solvent-based cleaning
agents in the washing machine.
General tips
- Do not wash any items in this
machine which are specified by the
manufacturer as not washable on
the care label ( symbol).
- Curtains: Remove lead weights first
or place in a laundry bag.
- Remove or sew in any loose
underwiring in bras or shirt collar
stiffeners.
- Turn garments inside out, if
recommended by the manufacturer.
- Close any zips and Velcro fasteners
before washing.
- Fasten duvet covers and pillow cases
to prevent small items from being
rolled up inside them.
- Please refer to the Programme chart
for more tips.
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