What do washing symbols mean?

As a global leader in home appliances we know a thing or two about laundry. With new innovations that make washing easier and even more efficient, it can be confusing to keep up with the many programmes and symbols that appear on modern washing machines.

With our washing machine symbols guide we will explain everything you need to know to make washing simple. From the symbols on your control display and detergent drawer, to feature settings that make washing convenient.

DETERGENT DRAW EXPLAINED

Which is the detergent drawer?

A = liquid detergent flap

II = Detergent for the main wash, water softener, bleach, stain remover Compartment

Flower = Fabric softener, liquid starch; Do not exceed max. mark

I = Detergent for prewash

*not specific to all models

Which washing machine programme should I use?

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What do the laundry symbols mean on my clothes?

We have provided below a picture of the most important European laundry symbols that are found on your clothes and an explanation of what they represent.

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