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Loading the machine
PREPARATION
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Close all zippers, snaps and hooks to prevent them from snagging other articles.
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Remove pins, and other hard items to prevent them from scratching the machine.
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Empty all pockets and turn them inside out.
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Turn down cuffs and turn synthetic knits inside out.
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Tie strings and sashes so they will not tangle.
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Treat spots and stains before washing.
SORTING
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Mix large and small items in each load.
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Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled ones.
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Separate dark colours from light colours.
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Separate colourfast items from non-colourfast ones.
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Separate robust fabrics from delicate.
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Separate whites from coloured fabrics.
LOADING
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Lift and fold the lid.
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Arrange the articles to be washed loosely round the perimeter of the tub.
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Load evenly as an off balance load may cause unnecessary vibrations.
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Use a large load programme when washing permanent press garments. These items
need more space to move than heavy items such as jeans and towels.
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Do not overload the machine as this will result in poor cleaning, increased creasing
and excessive lint formation.
