Washing machine modes: types and characteristics, tips for use

Automatic washing machines have many advantages, thanks to which the hostess can save time, effort and money. One of them is an individual approach to any type of product using the appropriate mode. A correctly selected washing program can instantly remove all kinds of dirt without harming things. All modes in the washing machine have detailed descriptions. Let's get acquainted with the types of these programs.

On the market of automatic washing machines, the greatest preference is given to equipment with the maximum range of functions and an abundance of special programs, because this helps to achieve brilliant washing results and prevent damage to things. It is necessary to be able to correctly apply this or that type of program and to use the capabilities of the machine wisely. First you need to figure out what type of washing modes are classified.

The program is selected taking into account the material - cotton, synthetic fiber, denim, wool, silk, etc.

Here the choice depends on what the hostess prefers to save: water, time interval, electricity or washing powder. Savings are achieved by reducing heating or water waste and also reducing the time interval.

This type of classification is distinguished by a high temperature regime, additional rinsing of washed clothes and is intended for people who need careful treatment of their things: allergy sufferers or children.

After placing items in the machine, adding powder and pressing the "Start" button, almost any model of washing machine regardless of the manufacturer, it performs a similar procedure:

• water intake and heating;
• directly washing itself;
• water removal and spinning;
• rinsing;
• the final push-up of things.

The sequential execution of all the above actions is full cycle of the machine, which regulates the features of these operations.

The number of revolutions for the spin program in most cases is from 600 to 1000. The manufacturer always reserves the right to select the desired program for the user.

The ease of ironing and the intensity of drying depend on the correctly selected spin.

Rinsing removes fabric softener and traces of powder from the fabric fibers. If necessary, the hostesses prefer to use additional rinse to achieve a more thorough cleaning of detergents.

Soaking is a preparatory step for heavily soiled laundry for the main cleaning procedure. In this case laundry is soaked with a stationary drum, and the selected temperature does not exceed 30 ° C.

Most owners of automatic washing machines do not even know how wide the range of their programs is. Many of them have the most common modes that are ideal for different types of material. The differences between the units are only the temperature regimes and the duration of the wash. But, unfortunately, due to ignorance, users do not always use the full functionality of their washing machine. Though A careful study of the details of each of the washing programs ensures not only a long period of using your favorite things, but also savings in time and money.

There is a specific set of programs found in almost every washing machine. Distinctive features can only be unique functions, designations and symbols on the control panel. Although these differences do not affect the essence of each of the modes. There are those that are considered commonly used and the most famous.

"Cotton" is actively used to get rid of stains that have appeared on the surface of cotton items. The temperature limit is 95 ° C, and spinning is performed at significant speeds. In case of doubts about the color fastness of a particular product, it is recommended that when choosing this program, independently adjust the degree of heating and the number of revolutions.

There are several options for cotton washes:

• 40 degrees: duration - one and a half hours, designed to remove minor impurities from natural fibers;
• 60 degrees: the duration of the cleansing process is a little less than two hours, it is recommended to wash white products and bed linen according to this type;
• 95 degrees: duration - a couple of hours, is an imitation of boiling cotton items, well suited for bleaching light-colored items, as well as getting rid of greasy stains.

The cleaning process includes: washing, rinsing and spinning. The rotation of the drum takes place at a high speed, because the processing of things made of natural fibers requires considerable effort. Rinsing is carried out several times, and the spinning is carried out only at the maximum speed. This is explained by cotton absorbs moisture strongly and dries much longer.

When washing clothes made of cotton of saturated colors, heating the water over 40 degrees is impermissible. This is due to the fact that the product may change its original color. If there is not very strong pollution, then a high temperature regime will be inappropriate at the same time - this will lead to unnecessary consumption of electricity and time. In addition, hot water will quickly wear out the fabric.

The temperature regime in this program ranges from 40-60 ° C. Number of used spinning revolutions - maximum. This setting is indispensable for processing clothes containing synthetic fibers. In addition, the amount of synthetics in the composition does not matter in this case. This type of cleansing lasts an average of one and a half to two hours.

When this setting is selected, items are erased. at low temperatures (only 5-10 ° C) without spinning. The drum rotates slowly (up to 80 revolutions) and wobbles slightly. Minimal use of water is necessary in order to only slightly dampen the loaded woollens. Rinsing takes a rather long period of time, with repeated filling of water. The duration of such an operation is only 1 hour.

Silk fabrics are processed for about an hour (50-60 minutes). The drum rotates weakly, and the spinning is performed at a small number of revolutions or is completely absent. The water temperature reaches 30-40 ° C. This type of washing is delicate and similar to hand washing.With its help, it becomes possible to wash not only delicate and sensitive fabrics, but also things decorated with decorative elements.

The setting is suitable for clothes made of cotton and linen that have been seriously soiled, the appearance of difficult stains. The heating of the water can reach 90 ° C. The drum rotates quickly, it is possible to use a repeated rinse... In this case, the use of bleaches and stain removers is provided. The operating time with such a program is two and a half, or even four hours. Everything is explained long washing process, which includes: pre-soaking, slow and then intensive wash and spin at high speeds.

This two-hour program is used for heavily soiled garments and includes two types of treatment at once: soaking and washing. It is recommended to put the powder in both compartments: the first portion of the detergent is used in the first cleaning step, and the second after the water has been drained. Products are first kept at a temperature of 30 degrees, and then washed according to a predetermined cycle at 95 ° C. The drum rotates at low speeds in the first stage and increases its intensity in the second. This mode also requires significant energy consumption.

The main distinguishing feature of this type is a half-empty drum. Daily wash needed slightly dirty things. It does not require a lot of time and electricity to carry out it. Water does not exceed 30 ° C. The duration of the wash is 50 minutes. This type of processing is irreplaceable for work clothes and products of various colors.

To increase interest and desire to buy more modern models of washing machines, manufacturers are introducing new additional options in them, which help to better remove stubborn stains and simply refresh the appearance of the laundry.

• Extra rinse - a great option, which has another name - "anti-allergy". It is indispensable for people suffering from allergies to household chemicals and is perfect for families with children. The option is unique in that it ensures that even the smallest traces of the detergent used are thoroughly wiped out. The function will also help to process products, the structure of which requires additional cleaning - carpets, toys made of fabric, outerwear.
• Without spinning Is a great way to preserve the lifespan of certain things. Disabling the corresponding function when processing products made of delicate materials saves them from premature wear.
• Delayed start - if it is impossible to take the washed things at the appointed time, they are moved into water, followed by rinsing and spinning.
• Delay start - a great find for busy people who spend little time at home. The items necessary for washing are placed in the drum, and the powder is poured. The device will start the wash itself at the time that the user presets on the panel. Then it remains only at a convenient time to pull out and hang the laundry.
• Drying... Shakes things well and prevents creases from forming. For material that can be processed at high temperatures, you can choose a faster process.
• Ironing / light ironing. The selected setting does not imply an intermediate spin, and the rinsing is carried out with a large amount of water. This method is simply irreplaceable for wrinkled fabrics such as linen, because it helps to get rid of severe bruises.
• Cold wash. It is used for products that should be washed in cold water only.With this setting, water heats up to a maximum of 30 - 35 ° C.
• Water level control. The machine itself measures the weight of the items to be washed and determines the required amount of water. If there is not enough water during the washing process, the program adds it, if, on the contrary, there is enough water, then it limits the flow.
• Partial load. This setting ensures that the washing process proceeds according to the usual scheme, but only faster, since the water supply is limited and energy is saved. This cleaning method is useful when washing sports clothing and everyday wardrobe items.
• Wash at night - the automatic machine works as quietly as possible. The final spin is not performed, and the end of the process is carried out without the use of a sound signal.
• Protection from children. In this type of installation, access to the functioning of the washing machine is blocked at any stage of the processing of products. Pressing the required icon on the control panel guarantees protection against penetration into the settings of the operating device.
• Balanced spin... This setting distributes the washable items evenly over the drum when spinning.
• Extra water... The main wash with a large load can be supplemented with this function, since the standard amount of water may not be sufficient for rinsing in this type of setting.
• Diagnostics of malfunctions. The function provides the ability to analyze the condition of all major parts of the washing machine for breakdowns.
• Lack of ironing... The water is not drained completely, which helps to get rid of stubborn creases and bruises on clothes.
• Control of water transparency. Also an indispensable function for allergy sufferers and families with small children. The machine itself determines whether the items have been rinsed enough, or the water is not yet transparent enough and contains soap.
• Foam control. Excessive foam will clog the product with excess chemicals. In this case, excess foam generated during spinning and settling on things is removed from the drum using a special pump.
• Eco Bubble - a unique system that ensures the formation of active bubbles, thanks to which the powder dissolves better in water and activates its effect on the contaminated areas of the tissue.

Before washing things in an automatic machine, it is recommended that you carefully read the labels of the products, sort everything by type, color and degree of soiling. Following this simple rule will be the key to choosing the right treatment function and a successful stain removal result.

Which mode to choose is the prerogative of the owner of the unit. He can either add additional settings to the processing of things, or disable existing operations in the selected program. But the regime is best defined according to certain criteria, otherwise the chosen option may become dangerous for your favorite things:

• according to the purpose of things - children's clothing, sportswear, footwear;
• by material - linen, wool, cotton, blended fabrics;
• according to the conditions - economy, express, combi or washing with steam.

Basic recommendations when determining modes:

• cotton products, including things for a newborn baby, it is allowed to wash using high temperatures (from 60 to 95 ° C) and a large number of revolutions (up to 1400);
• colored things made of natural material - 40 ° C, permissible number of revolutions - up to 1400;
• linen - 40-50 ° C, spinning - up to 600 rpm, spinning off for clothes;
• synthetics - 40 ° C, spinning - 600 rpm;
• silk, wool and other delicate fabrics - 40 ° C, 400-600 rpm;
• jeans - 60 ° C, spinning - 800 rpm.

The designations of the processes of washing and processing things on different models of washing machines differ from each other, since all manufacturers themselves determine which image, in their opinion, will be most understandable to the user. We will talk about the same processes, differing only in symbolic execution.

Washing steps are indicated by:

• a circle or a rhombus with a dash - start / stop;
• triangle and 2 lines - start / pause;
• spiral - spin;
• crossed out spiral - no spinning;
• a basin of water, with a wriggling dash on top - wash;
• a basin with water and 2 dashes - intensive wash;
• a basin in which the hands are lowered - hand wash;
• basin and 1 line - prewash;
• basin and 2 dashes - daily wash;
• bowl with items - quick wash;
• snowflake - cold wash;
• a basin with dotted lines or a shower inside - rinsing;
• a basin with an arrow - water drain;
• sun - drying;
• iron - ironing.

Drawn designations for different types of fabrics:

• cotton - cloud;
• synthetics - flask or hanger;
• silk - feather;
• jeans - trousers;
• wool - a ball or skein of thread.

The main modes have:

• thing with spots - intensive mode;
• a flower that looks like a chamomile - delicate mode;
• wood - eco mode (economical wash).