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INSTALLATION
MANUAL
9. Appendices
Explanation of washing symbols
(ISO 3758:2005 standard)
To overcome language barriers,
the following are symbols used
internationally to give you guidance and
recommendations when washing different
textiles.
Washing
The tub symbolizes washing.
Max. washing
Mechanical
temperature in °C
action
95
normal
95
mild
70
normal
60
normal
60
mild
50
normal
50
mild
40
normal
40
mild
40
very mild
30
normal
30
mild
30
very mild
40
Wash by hand
Do not wash
Bleaching
The triangle symbolizes
bleaching.
Bleaching allowed (chlorine or
oxygen).
Bleaching allowed (only oxygen).
Do not bleach.
Dry or water
The circle symbolizes dry or
cleaning
water cleaning.
Normal dry cleaning with perchlo-
roethyl, solvent of hydrocarb.
Mild dry cleaning with perchlo-
roethyl, solvent of hydrocarb.
Normal dry cleaning with solvent of
hydrocarb.
Mild dry cleaning with solvent of
hydrocarb.
Do not dry clean.
Normal water cleaning.
Mild water cleaning.
Very mild water cleaning.
Drying
The circle in a square symbolizes
tumble drying.
Can be put in a tumble dryer.
Normal temperature.
Can be put in a tumble dryer.
Lower temperature.
Do not put in a tumble dryer.
Ironing
The iron symbolizes the domestic
ironing and pressing process.
Max.temperature 200°C.
Max.temperature 150°C.
Max. temperature 110°C. The steam
can cause irreversible damages.
Do not iron.