Functions and modes in the washing machine: from A to Z

“Meet on clothes” - so often our parents and grandparents told us. And here it is not necessary to regularly replenish the wardrobe with fashionable designer clothes, but it is important that our clothes are clean. And in addition to clothing - and bed linen, towels, curtains and even shoes. In the care of all these things, we are helped by washing machines that have firmly entered our life and tirelessly help us to wash our things. But how to choose the right care? That is, what are the washing modes in the washing machine? Let's get everything in order.

What kind of operations does the machine do during washing?

After we loaded the laundry into the tank, poured detergent and conditioner and started the machine, any model from any manufacturer produces a standard set of actions. First, it draws the right amount of water: standard - for basic modes, and less for economical ones. Further, it warms the water, if, of course, it is not washing in cold water. After this, the washing itself takes place, the water is drained and the first spin, then the rinse cycle, the final spin, and some modern devices - drying and ironing.

But there are some distinctive features that will harm one tissue, while others can effectively wash off. That is what are the modes of the washing machine.

. Basic Washing Regimes.

. In the absolute majority of washers there are the most common modes that are needed for different fabrics, differing from each other in temperature and duration of washing.

1. We wash cotton .This is a long mode, for natural cloths and bed, water heats up to 90-95 °, and the duration is 1.5 - 2 hours. Also, the highest possible spin.
2. For synthetics. This is also a very long cycle, but the water heats up to 60 °.Spinning occurs at maximum speed.
3. Delicate wash - gently cares for your things. Washes quickly - 30-40 minutes and at temperatures of 30-40 °.Squeezes out at minimum speed or completely drains water without pressing. Sometimes this mode is replaced by manual or for silk / wool.
4. Quick wash - for lightly soiled things. Water heats up to 30-40 °, the duration of about 30 minutes, and the machine squeezes in this mode is extremely strong.
5. Pre-washable in washing machine .The longest mode - from 2 hours. As a rule, water is taken first and heated. Then the wash "otkissaet" for some time and then a standard set of operations takes place - actually washing, rinsing and spinning. Sometimes in this mode there are two wash cycles in one. It is used for heavily soiled items or obsolete stains. Temperature range - 80-95 °.
6. Economy Mode - is present in most newer models. During this wash, the machine takes a minimum of water, heats it up to 30 ° and takes about 60 minutes of time.

Practically all these cycles are present even in “old” and “unpretentious” imported automatic machines, which have long been discontinued. This set is quite enough for the proper and effective care of different things of all members of your family - both adults and children.

. Additional washing modes.

. More and more modern washing machines are equipped with various special and additional modes. Washing top clothes and shoes, curtains, children, jeans, night cycle - such programs can be many. In addition, in some machines, the main modes are somewhat expanded - due to different temperature regimes of washing. This means that the main mode for cotton is at 90 °, however, there is a separate program for colorful cotton products at 70-80 °.

1. Washing the upper things provides for moderate temperatures - 40-60 ° and an increased number of rinses.
2. Shoes worn in cool water - 30-40 ° and with a gentle spin.
3. Mode for children's things allows you to effectively remove stains - due to the long cycle and high temperatures - 75-90 °, as well as be sure to rinse several times and squeeze things before the last drying.
4. Cool water is used for curtains, a smooth drum stroke and neat spin at low revs.
5. The intensive wash helps to cope with copious, complex or old stains. Wine, chocolate, grass, fruit are perfectly washed at temperatures of 80-90 °, the active rotation of the drum. This cycle is longer and uses several rinses and spin. However, with intensive mode in the washing machine you can not wash the "delicate" products - wool sweaters, silk shirts, dresses with lace trim, etc.
6. Interesting night mode. It provides a quiet engine, a long cycle and does not drain the water after the last rinse. Also, there is no sound indication at the end of the wash.

Useful functions of washing machines

In addition to the standard set of operations and modes, washing machines from different manufacturers can have useful additional functions that will help make washing even more convenient and efficient. Draining without spinning and additional rinsing - these possibilities of the modern consumer are not surprising, but there are some possibilities of washing machines, which should be said a little more.

1. Drying linen. Such a function is in Candy CSW 105, Hotpoint-Ariston ARMXX D 129, LG F1496AD3, Bosch WVG30461OE.Allows you to pull out the dry laundry after washing. This feature is implemented by the second heating element and hot air streams. You should not dry delicate canvas or products with heat-sensitive fittings, acrylic drawings and stickers.
2. Half load. Presented in Samsung WF8590NMW9, ZANUSSI ZWY 1100 and others. At the same time, electronic sensors independently calculate the water level required for washing.
3. Child Protection. Extremely useful feature. It completely eliminates the ability to switch the program during operation. There are models in Whirlpool AWS 63013, Electrolux EWC 1350, Indesit IWSB 5085( CIS) and many others.
4. Delay Starting Whirlpool TDLR 65230, BEKO ELB 67031 PTYA, Hansa AWS510LH.Convenient mode to save time for busy people. You can get a fresh wash in the morning or after returning from work.

Depending on which functions are right for you, you should choose a washing machine. The choice of models is wide and difficult not to get lost in all this variety, but knowing your tasks and requirements for a washing machine, it will be easier for you to choose the best option for yourself and not overpay for an unnecessary option.

Tip:

A few secrets for the best result of washing

• sort products by color and type of fabric;
• use quality detergents and water softeners;
• do not forget to periodically clean the washer from scale using special means;
• remove from the pocket of the coin and other small items, so that they do not wake up in the drum during washing;
• watch the weight of things that you have loaded into the tank - it is better not to allow surplus.

If you follow all the rules of operation and recommendations of clothing manufacturers, washing will always bring excellent results, and the washer itself will serve long and smoothly. Different washing modes in the washing machine will help you properly and carefully take care of your clothes, shoes and textiles. Competently chosen washing mode - a pledge of clean things and tidy owners!