Additional drying
Should the laundry still be too wet at the end of the programme, set
another short drying cycle.
Warning! To prevent the formation of creases or shrinking of fab-
rics, avoid excessive drying.
Automatic washing and drying (NON-STOP programme)
The NON-STOP programme can be used with
• cottons
• easy-cares
It cannot be used for delicate fabrics and woollens.
Warning: the maximum load sizes for NON-STOP operation - washing
plus drying - are as follows:
- cottons and linen max 2.5 kg
- easy-cares max 1.75 kg
The drying time should be selected after choosing the wash programme.
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Drying symbols on garment labels
Always look at the garment label to check whether garments can be
machine dried.
The following symbols refer to drying:
Machine drying is usually possible
Normal drying (normal temperature)
Gentle drying (reduced temperature)
Do not machine dry
Garments marked with the symbol should not be machine dried.
Duration of the drying cycle
The drying time can vary according to
• the final spin speed;
• the required degree of drying (extra dry, only for cottons, cupboard
dry or iron dry);
• the type of laundry;
• the size of load.
The usual drying times are indicated in the programme chart. As you
become more familiar with the appliance, you will discover the drying
times that best suit your needs according to the various type of fabric.
It is a good idea to make a note of these times.
Fibre residue
After drying fluffy fabrics, such as new towels, it is advisable to perform
a gentle rinse to be sure that any residue that may remain in the tub is
completely removed and does not stick to garments dried afterwards.
After each drying cycle the filter should be checked and cleaned.
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Preparing the drying cycle Preparing the drying cycle
