Asko W6884 Eco, Operating Instructions Manual, Page: 9 / 32

Hot water connection
Hot water intake has a positive effect on grease
stains and certain pigment stains, such as oil, soot
and coffee. Note however that difficult protein
stains with albumen content (blood, milk, meat
and fish) first need to be soaked in cold water as
they are difficult to dissolve at temperatures above
40°C. For the best washing results we
recommend the Super wash option and
pre-soaking the stained items in cold water before
washing them in the machine.
Coloured cotton
Coloured cotton items with the washing instruction
60°C should be washed at 60°C for the first time
in order to remove any excess dye. If you do not
do so, there is a risk that the colour will run. Use
detergent without bleach in order to preserve the
colour of the fabric.
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 find 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 fibres and synthetic fibres
Materials made of rayon fibres, such as viscose,
and some synthetic fibres are very delicate and
require much space so as not to crease. 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.
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 Colour/White program to save time and
energy. This program has a shorter main wash
than Normal, but is often sufficient 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
program.
Economy and efficiency
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, Colour/White and Normal programs.
• Avoid pre-washing. Modern machines and
detergents clean effectively without
pre-washing. Pre-washing is only necessary
for heavily soiled washing.
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Advice and tips before washing