Various programs and functions in washing machines allow you to effectively wash any type of laundry. Choosing a mode, you “explain” to the machine which one you want to get the result.
Most of the washing modes that are installed in modern washing machines do not find application. Therefore, before buying, you need to understand what each program means and whether it makes sense to overpay for it.
Description of the main modes of washing in the machine
Different brands of cars have functions with a different set of characteristics. But all manufacturers provide three main types of modes:
- The first type includes programs that allow you to adjust the process depending on the type of laundry.
- The second group is economical programs that reduce the time of washing. Using them, you will save on the consumption of water and electricity.
- The third group is health care functions. These include: washing clothes for allergy sufferers, disinfection, and others.
The table below contains a description of all the programs, how they differ and why they are needed.
Basic (standard) modes
Name | Application |
Cotton (Linen) | It is used for washing heavily soiled items from cotton and linen fabrics, bedding. There are 4 temperature conditions for different things: 30, 40, 60, 90-95 degrees. For example, for white linen, washing at high temperatures is suitable, while colored fabrics can fade when washing above 40 degrees. The longest time mode includes 4 rinses, as linen made from natural fabrics absorbs moisture more and rinses worse. Rinse is carried out in cold water. Spin is carried out at high speeds. |
Synthetics | Allows you to wash synthetic and mixed things. Water temperature - 60 degrees. The mode is quite long, spin at high speeds. |
Hand Wash (Delicate Mode) | Manual and delicate programs are slightly different. If “Hand Wash” is indicated on the clothing label, then the drum in this mode will gently and slowly rotate at a temperature of 30-40 degrees. With delicate washing there is a weak spin, while in the manual it is absent. |
Economy modes | · Eco-program - laundry is washed at low temperatures. It saves up to 40% of electricity. For Asko machines, this can be “Economy / Efficiency”, in Samsung - ECO +. · Time saving (AEG) provides an opportunity to halve the cycle time. · The mini-program lasts for 20-30 minutes. Allows you to refresh new or slightly soiled things. In different models, the name may differ: Miele - “New Things”, Gorenje, Ariston, Indesit, Whirlpool - “Daily Wash”, Asko - “Express Wash”, Samsung - QUICKWASH. · Quick wash. Thanks to the shortened rinse cycle, it can save 10-20% on electricity and water. |
Intensive mode | It is used for heavily soiled things, the temperature is 60-90 degrees, the cycle time is increased. Not suitable for delicate fabrics. |
Prewash | Precedes main wash. Powder is immediately poured into the cuvette in two compartments. The first cycle takes place at 40-50 degrees. Then begins the usual daily wash. |
Soak | The laundry is in the washer at a temperature of 30 degrees. Duration depends on the make of the machine. Soaking for the longest time in the Gorenjе and Elestrolux brands. |
Additional modes
Name | Application |
Wool | Ensures accurate care for woolen and cashmere items. With a small amount of water, the drum sways slightly. The program prevents the formation of pellets, does not allow things to sit down. In different brands of CMA, the program may be called:
Important! You should not load more than 2-3 woolen items into the drum. They strongly absorb water, which can lead to overload and an unpleasant result. |
Silk | Washing of silk, viscose, lace is very delicate. In Miele machines, the drum rotates for 4 seconds, after which it waits 11 seconds. Rinsing takes place in several stages with plenty of water, without spinning. At the end of the cycle, the spin does not exceed 600 revolutions. |
Sportswear | Immediately at low temperatures, prewash starts. It is recommended to use biopowders that thoroughly wash complex stains. In different models, the mode is called "Sport", "Washing sports shoes and clothes." But the “Outerwear” mode allows you to clean things from microfiber, microfiber, membranes. |
Kids' things | High temperature, as well as an additional rinse, help to wash clothes and get rid of powder. |
No spin | By activating the mode, you will save the structure of delicate fabrics, because at the end of the cycle, the SM will not include spin. |
Cold wash | Used for fabrics that can warp, shed, deteriorate when heated. |
Night mode | The machine does the work quietly, without spinning. At the end of the program, the SM turns off without a signal. |
Delayed wash mode | Load the laundry and cover with powder. Set the start of the cycle at any convenient time. Coming home from work, you will get washed laundry. |
Water level control | Choose this program when you want to save on the expense of resources. Depending on the volume of laundry in the drum, the system automatically determines how much water should be used. |
Ironing | After rinsing, the machine squeezes the laundry at lower speeds, more delicately. This allows things to crumple less. You will take out slightly wet laundry from the drum, which will facilitate the ironing process. |
Extra rinse | Also has the name "Hygiene", "Hypoallergenic", "Super Rinse". In some models, the mode provides washing at 60 degrees for 30 minutes. Due to this, all allergens are killed. Before you install the program, look at the clothing label. Other machines use extra rinses with a large volume of water, so all powders are washed thoroughly. |
Half load | If you load things less than normal, enable this mode. So the machine uses less water than usual. |
Smart features
Outdoor (Impregnation) | Helps refresh clothing made of waterproof fabrics. |
FUZZY LOGIC | Varieties of the program: LOGIC CONTROL, INTELLO-WASHER, PROLOGIKAL, EISY LOGIC, DIALOGIC. This means that the washer is equipped with a control board that analyzes the type and weight of the laundry, the hardness of the water. Then selects the same washing methods next time. It allows you to save energy, water, time, choosing the optimal mode. |
Aquastop | Protects the car from water leaks. |
Balancing control | Control the uniform distribution of laundry in the drum. If an imbalance occurs, the system includes reverse revolutions to restore balance. |
Foam control | In order to get rid of the detergent as qualitatively as possible, a spin is activated between rinses. A special sensor monitors the amount of foam, after which the pump pumps it out. |
Mode icons on washing machines
The designations on the washing machine allow the user to quickly understand which mode to select. It is worth it once or twice to use it, as you visually remember the icon and its meaning.
In washing machines of different brands, the most common signs are:
- Basin drawing with down arrow - drain mode.
- Pelvis with hands - Hand wash.
- Wavy Line Basin - Fast and Intensive Wash.
- The iron pattern is a feature of Easy Ironing.
- A padlock with a smile or a child’s face - childproof lock panel.
- The key is locking the hatch door.
- Snail - Spin.
- Dial - Delayed start.
The decoding of the remaining characters is shown in the photo below.
Icons that are found on Ardo panels:
On the washes Indesit, Ariston:
By cars Burning, Beco:
The choice of mode for washing
Which mode to choose depends on your preference, the degree of soiling and the type of fabric. Modern SMA offer optimal modes for each type of clothing. How to enable this or that program is indicated in the instructions. There are also general panel values for each brand.
Time selection
The duration of the programs depends on the type of tissue. For example, cotton products are washed the longest - about 2 hours. The fastest time mode is Quick Wash, lasting from 15 to 30 minutes.
Is it possible to change the mode during washing
If you loaded the laundry and started the wash, but realized that you had chosen the wrong program, press the Pause / Stop key. Hold for 5 seconds - the previous program should be reset.
Another option is to turn the selector to the neutral position or reset the AGR.
Before disconnecting the machine from the network, read how to do it correctly so as not to damage the electronic module.