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Preparing, sorting and loading the washing
Preparing the washing
Warning
Loose debris (e.g. coins, paper clips, needles, nails)
can damage items of clothing as well as parts of the
washing machine (e.g. drum).
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Empty all pockets on items of clothing.
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Brush sand out of pockets and cuffs/turn-ups.
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Close zips, fasten pillow cases/cushion covers.
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Remove curtain runners or tie up in a net/bag.
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Wash in a net/cushion cover:
– delicates, e.jg. tights, curtains,
– small laundry items, e.g. socks, handkerchiefs,
– underwired bras (underwire may become
detached during washing and cause damage).
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Trousers, knitwear and knitted textiles, e.g. jersey
garments, T-shirts or sweatshirts should be turned
inside out.
Sorting the washing
Warning
Washing may become discoloured. Do not wash new
coloured washing with other washing.
According to colour and
degree of dirt
White items may become grey. Wash white and
coloured items separately.
