Asko W6021 - 7 BEFORE WASHING (CONTINUED)

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RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED
RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED
RECOMMENDED
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TURESTURES
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Different fabrics require different wash temperatures. The
table below gives recommended wash temperatures for
different fabrics as well as recommended programs, load
Fabric softeners are available in several concentrations.
We recommend that you use only two tablespoons of
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fabric softener. If more softening is desired, try adding
slightly more the next time.
The amount of detergent needed can vary due to
differences in water hardness. To determine the water
hardness in your area, contact your local water utility or
area water softening company. The harder the water,
the more detergent you may need. Refer to the chart
below for the recommended detergent amounts based
on water hardness. Remember, you should adjust the
amount of detergent you use by small amounts until
you find the correct amount.
Note that 12 grains and higher is extremely hard water
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White cotton w/out elastic 140–205° F Normal Full Long spin, high rpm
and/or decorative trim
White cotton w/elastic 120–140° F Normal Full Long spin, high rpm
and/or decorative trim
Colored cotton 120–140° F Normal Full Long spin, high rpm
Linen (white and colorfast) 120–140° F Normal Half Short spin, low rpm
Cotton/polyester blends 105–120° F Normal/Permanent press Half Short spin, low rpm
Polyester/acrylic blends 105–120° F Normal/Permanent press Half Short spin, low rpm
Rayon and acetate 105° F Delicate/Wool Half Short spin, low rpm
Washable silk and nylon 85° F (cold) Delicate/Wool Third Short spin, low rpm
Washable wool and 85–105° F Delicate/Wool Third Short spin, low rpm
wool blends (cold)
Handwash wool & silk
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85° F (cold) Delicate/Wool Third Short spin, low rpm
NOTES:
(1) The load size should be determined by the type of fabric being washed. (See page 6.)
(2) Spin speed options are not available on all models.
(3) Some hand-washable wool and silk items should not go through a spin cycle. These items should be removed
from the washer then pressed out in a terry towel to remove excess water before being hung up or laid flat to dry.
and detergent alone may not be enough. You may need to
use a water softener to maximize the performance of your
washer. Also, in areas with extremely hard water (9+) you
may need to wash at lower temperatures to prevent hard
water deposits from forming in the tank and wash system.
Different brands of detergent have different amounts of
phosphorous for softening water. If you have hard water
and use a detergent with less than 8.7% phosphorous
content, you may need to use more detergent or use a
detergent with a higher phosphorous content.
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Soft (0-3 grains per gal.) 1 teaspoon 1 to 1-1/2 tablespoons
Medium (4-8 grains per gal.) 1 teaspoon 1 to 2 tablespoons
Hard (9+ grains per gal.) 1 teaspoon 2 to 3 tablespoons
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sizes, and spin options. These are only suggestions.
We recommend that you always refer to the care label
instructions (see page 7).
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To dye fabrics in your washing machine, pour the dye
directly into the drum, not in the detergent compartment.
Select Normal wash with the Super Rinse option and
use the temperature recommended on the dye package.
If you’re dyeing polyester, select a spin speed of 800
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rpm.
After you have removed the dyed items, be sure to clean
the drum before you wash a load of laundry. Do this by
running the empty machine through a Normal wash
program using the normal amount of detergent.