Asko W6984 User manual 80 888 83 Asko W6984 EN - Page 13

Advice and tips before washing Colored cotton Colored cotton items labeled 140 °F (60 °C) should be washed at 140 °F (60 °C) 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. 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 linen's sheen and strength. Wool These fabrics are labeled either machine wash or hand wash. The Wool 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 terrycloth towels. In this case select No spin. To find out how to choose this setting, see the "Operating instructions" chapter. However, most garments can withstand a short spin. Choose a short spin by selecting a spin speed of 800 rpm or less. Rayon fibers and synthetic fibers Materials made of rayon fibers, such as viscose, and some synthetic fibers are very delicate and require much space to avoid wrinkling. Only half fill the drum when washing and choose a spin speed of 800 rpm or lower. NOTE! Viscose and acetates are fragile when wet. Stain removal The automatic stain program can be used for the following types of stains: Chocolate, Blood, Red wine, Egg, Grass, Dairy products, Coffee/Tea, Butter/Grease, and Blueberry. The program is suitable for cotton, cotton/synthetics, and synthetics. NOTE! For stain removal it is always important to treat the stain as soon as possible. Leaving a stain and allowing it to dry makes it more difficult to remove. It is also important to carefully scrape off any of the stain on the surface of the garment. Do not load the machine with more than 6 lb (2.5 kg) of laundry. 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 Color program to save time and energy. This program has a shorter main wash than White, but is often sufficient for lightly soiled laundry. High Water Level If you want more water for the main wash and rinses, you can use the High Water Level option. High Water Level is used automatically in the Wool/Hand program. Customer Care Center 13 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com