Asko WL6511XXL User manual WL6511XXL Use & Care Guide EN (English UCG 2+1 - Page 12

Advice and tips before washing Colored cotton Colored cotton items labeled 140 °F (60 °C) should be washed on HOT, the first time in order to remove any excess dye. If you do not do so, there is a risk that the color will run. Use detergent without bleach in order to preserve the color of the fabric. Delicate Unbleached linen Unbleached linen fabrics should be washed at 140 °F (60 °C), using detergent containing no bleach or optical whiteners. Heavily-soiled linen can occasionally be washed at higher temperatures, but not too often as the heat can destroy the linens sheen and strength. Wool and silk These fabrics are sometimes labeled as machine washable and sometimes as hand wash. The machines Wool/hand program is just 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 cloth towels. In this case select No spin. To find out how to select this setting, see the operating instructions. However, most items can withstand a short spin. Select short spin by selecting a spin speed below medium. Artificial fibers and synthetic fibers These materials require plenty of room to prevent them from getting wrinkled. Only fill half the drum when washing artificial or synthetic fibers. Choose a short spin by selecting a spin speed of medium. Note! Viscose and acetates are fragile when wet. Save time and energy Use the White program to save time and energy. This program has a shorter main wash than a Stain - Color wash, but it is often long enough for normally soiled laundry. Economy and efficiency You can save a lot of energy by not using higher temperature programs than necessary. • Select Quick wash if you just need to freshen up shirts or sports 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. • Try to use fully loaded machine whenever possible. • Avoid washing with prewash. Modern machines and detergents clean without prewash. Only garments soiled with protein stains such as grape juice or grass are likely to need a prewash. Detergents Eco-labeled detergents are less harmful to the environment. Detergent overdosing does not give better washing results; it merely causes a greater impact on the environment. Try to use less detergent, and increase only if you are not satisfied with the results. 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 discoloration of the machine. 12 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com