Guide to basics: How to set your wash. Your washing machine has three main settings: agitation, length and temperature.
Setting Agitation
For delicates you need less agitation. Sturdy items, cotton, synthetics and heavily soiled garments need the most
Setting length
Quick washes are great for lightly soiled garments and emergency washes (link to Quick Wash article)
Setting temperature
With Ariel liquid, you can turn to 30 and get brilliant stain removal while saving energy (link to sustainable WM usage article). You can never set a higher temperature than the wash default, only lower
How to load your washing machine
You should be able to fit a hand into your full drum, and nothing else. Don’t over load or your wash will be less effective
Other washing machine settings
Your washing machine may have more cycles. Eco settings save energy, while hand washes protect your delicates
Checking Care symbols
Remember to check your care symbols beforehand for the best results
Final Tips for understanding your washing machine
For best results, unload within at least 2 hours after the cycle has finished
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