Icons on a kandy washing machine. Modes of washing on the washing machine and their interpretation

Today, the market is saturated with washing machines of different manufacturers and using the washer of one manufacturer we hardly have to get used to another. It’s especially difficult to remember all the icons on a washing machine. As a rule, those that we use more often are remembered. Therefore, it would be very convenient to have such designations on hand.

Some manufacturers sign their signs next to the icons, others add a sticker with signs in addition to the instructions, which you can stick on the washing machine. Also, every manufacturer indicates in the manual the necessary information. But if you didn’t have any instructions and your machine also doesn’t have designation of program icons, then our site will help you solve this problem. Here you will find the designations of the washing machine programs of various manufacturers: Bosh, Samsung, LG and others.

Bosch

  IN washing machines   Bosch doesn’t have many designations of programs, and on all models they are almost the same. The programs themselves are divided into sectors by washing machine. Each sign includes several program options with different temperatures. Separately, you can select the spin speed and additional washing functions. In the standard list of icons on the Bosch washing machine.

The icons on the Samsung washing machine are not a necessary part at all, because the manufacturer took care of convenient navigation without them. If you are here and see small icons, then this is exclusively for standard programs. Better than just the names of the programs, you probably won’t come up with - you don’t need to remember the designations. Below you can see the detailed painted functions of Samsung washing machines.

  On Zanussi washing machines, like on others, there is a wheel that needs to be turned to select the desired program. Having turned this wheel you can choose the necessary program with the set temperature. Additional washing functions can be activated using special buttons. See the table with standard icons on the Zanussi washing machine.

  In Electrolux washing machines there are a lot of different icons that are difficult to remember. On some models (as an example in the image above), the manufacturer took care and, in addition to the icons themselves, posted a description that allows you to quickly understand the purpose of the program. But on other models you have to focus solely on images. Therefore, you can see the designations on the Electrolux washing machine in the table below.

Designations on the washing machine Indesit is not the most important reference point in choosing a program. For the convenience of the user, the manufacturer numbered all the programs and now you can not only navigate by the icon, but also select the corresponding number. The numbers are indicated in the instructions for your washing machine. Below we provide a standard list of programs for these washing machines. Also in the image above you can see the icon designations of all programs.

  The icons on the Hotpoint-Ariston washing machine are slightly different from other manufacturers, although some are completely the same, for example, wool. But the manufacturer took care and on most models you can find the designations of the programs on the powder loading tray. Also use the table below for a more detailed study of the programs.

BEKO

  On many Beko washing machines, the manufacturer did not foresee the presence of icons at all, because they were not needed. All programs are signed and it is not difficult to guess what they are for. But on some models you can find some icons, and they are usually standard, like other manufacturers.

In addition, to place the icons themselves on the washing machine, Siemens took care of its customers and signed all the names of the programs, so you do not have to constantly clutch at the instructions and look for the designation of the programs. But if you do not know what programs are intended for what, then the table below will help you understand this issue.

LG

  LG, as well as Beko manufacturers, considered that the icons on the washing machine are an extra detail and did not make them or did a minimum. All programs are signed and their names carry information about the appointment. In the table below, you can read what each of the washing programs means and when it is appropriate to apply it.

People take care of their favorite things. Before, clothes made of delicate fabrics were washed manually. But now new technology is needed that performs this work on its own. Just set it to the desired mode. There is a "delicate wash". This allows you to keep things in their original form. This mode is in almost every a washing machine, which confirms the presence of a special icon on the panel.

What it is?

Probably everyone has things that need careful care. These include fabrics such as lace, silk, satin, chiffon, organza. But there is a risk of spoiling the clothes if you look after them incorrectly. Usually, materials deteriorate when washing, for example, with the wrong mode. But they need a delicate wash. This keeps things beautiful for a long time.

Modern washing machines have different modes necessary for working with various fabrics. Many have a “delicate wash”. This is a gentle care for clothes. It must be installed with each procedure.

On the control panel in washing machines, you can set the modes depending on the fabric. There, temperature, spin and other characteristics are selected. To understand the principles of tuning, just read the instruction manual for the equipment. A suitable mode will save the appearance of the material for a long time.

Features

Gentle fabrics are washed according to the following standards:

• A lot of water is used, so the mechanical effect on the structure of the fabric is minimal.
• Water temperature is 30 degrees, maximum it can be 40 degrees.
• This is a quick mode. The more the thing is washed, the higher the risk of deformation.
• The rotation of the drum occurs smoothly and slowly.
• Spin is performed with a minimum speed - 400-700.
• Things do not dry or iron, even if these features are enabled by manufacturers.

What things do you need a mode for?

The delicate washing regimen is necessary for natural and synthetic fabrics. It retains the original appearance of silk, wool, guipure, satin, viscose, polyester, organza, lycra, elastane. These materials do not stretch or shed.

Delicate wash is a mode designed for bright things and clothes with color inserts. It should be chosen for those products on which there are a lot of accessories or several fabrics are used.

What is designated?

The mode may be designated differently. There are manufacturers who indicate the category of fabric - cotton, synthetics, wool, as well as the optimum temperature. Often, symbols and pictograms are used to indicate the presence of a mode.

If 30 degrees is indicated, then this is a “delicate wash”. The icon on the washing machine is presented as an image of a basin of water with a temperature designation and 1 or 2 horizontal lines at the bottom. Strips indicate the use of large amounts of water.

In some devices on the panel you can find another designation - with the image of a hand, feather, flower, silkworm butterfly or skein of yarn. The last two figures indicate work with silk and wool.

Designations in different companies

All cars have a “delicate wash”, but the icons of manufacturers may vary. The equipment of the Ariston company has modes for delicate things and hand washing. Two programs are similar. The first wash takes 30 minutes more, but both are used to take care of things. According to the programs, the products are soaked.

In the technology of the company "Ardo" there are similar functions. The control panel has a hand wash sign - a hand lowered into the basin. A delicate mode is indicated in the form of a pen. Programs have the same effect as in the Ariston machine.

Bosch designates a women’s dress on typewriters. This is a delicate mode that can be used for delicate fabrics: silk, satin, mixed materials. In the Electrolux technique there are 3 programs necessary for working with delicate materials. Hand wash is indicated in the form of a hand lowered into the basin, and the sign “butterfly” - for light materials. The third function is designed for delicate products, it is presented in the form of a flower.

Most of all functions are in Zanussi machines, there are 4. There are two of them designed for hand washing, the difference is in temperature - 30 and 40 degrees. The ability to choose a program allows you to choose the right mode for the gentle care of things.

Nuances

For delicate washing in the washing machine to be effective, you must adhere to a few simple rules:

• Colored things should be separated from light.
• For washing, it is advisable to use a special liquid detergent and a little softener.
• It is better to soak heavily dirty things in advance with a stain remover.
• There are things, for example, underwear, which must be loaded into the machine only in special covers and bags.
• Do not leave clothes in the machine after washing.
• Some products are stretched, so they must not be hung up and laid out to dry.

Sensitive Mode Setting

Some devices do not have a delicate wash. There will be no icon on the washing machine. In this case, you need to learn how to configure it yourself:

• You should choose a short mode - about 40 minutes.
• The temperature should be 30-40 degrees.
• You can choose a double rinse.
• Spin speed should be adjusted. The maximum can be 800. But sometimes you should use the drain without spin, usually indicated on the product tags.
• You need to disable drying and ironing of things, if these functions are.

Some modern Samsung brand cars have the Eco Bubble feature. When washing, air bubbles appear, dissolving the granules of the washing substance. Therefore, even thin products remain intact, but are well washed. This type of treatment saves powder, water and energy.

Detergents

The use of a delicate regime is not enough to preserve the appearance of the product. Are important washing powders. It is best to use liquid products. They dissolve very well at low temperatures and are perfectly washed out of tissues. Spools are not formed with them and the structure of the material is preserved.

Depending on the color of the thing, bleaching powders and universal ones are used. The composition of the product should not contain phosphates and enzymes. Cleansers with lanolin cope well with pollution. This substance has a mild effect on the material, retaining color.

Thus, the delicate mode has a sparing effect on the shape and color of clothes. The washing temperature is low and the duration of the procedure is minimal. Things do not deform, do not lose their original color. The mode allows you to save time and effort. Things remain clean and beautiful.

In recent years, washing machines - automatic machines have significantly changed. Factories that produce this type household appliances, constantly changing how the design of models, that and their internal equipment. These changes entail changes in the instrument control panel - new icons are added to them. At the moment, convenient touch buttons have almost replaced the rotary and push handles and buttons. Models of washing machines are updated, filling with a mass of a variety of programs.

What are the symbols on the washing machine for?

Modern washing machines are designed to make it convenient and easy for the user to control them during the washing process. However, it is sometimes very difficult to understand the principle of operation of newly acquired equipment. Most of the symbols on washing machines are almost understandable, however, there are also such symbols, whose understanding of the purpose will not work immediately. And these badges from each manufacturer differ from the designations on the technology of other brands.

Icons indicating different washing modes and other functions of the machine are almost always displayed on the panel near the handle, with which you can select a program.

It is very convenient when there is an inscription next to the icon that decrypts the value of the button, however, on the panels of many cars there are only icons. And only the instruction supplied with the product will explain what exactly these buttons mean.

The icons shown on the machine - automatic, can be divided into 4 groups:

• Washing programs (general, preliminary, delicate);
• Spin speed;
• Temperature;
• Additional functions (soaking, drying, the use of air conditioning, cotton washing, hand washing).

Each of these groups has its own variety of positions and functions.

How to distinguish icons on a Bosch washing machine: what buttons mean

The control panel on the front side of the Bosch washing machines is represented by a start sign and other buttons necessary to select different washing modes. The number of revolutions during the spin cycle and during the washing process can be selected using a separate switch. You need to know that the more clothes are contaminated, and the greater the density of the fabric, the greater the speed you need to set.

A separately located switch is used to set the temperature of the water during washing. It also helps to choose a mode based on the type of fabric.

The manufacturer of Bosch cars has a lot of icons on the control panel of the washer, but letters with explanations are rarely seen. Most often they can be found in more modern models. At the beginning of using the machine you will have to resort to the instructions, and over time, you will simply remember all the signs. On the most popular cars of this brand, the icons on the control panel are located as follows: In the center of the panel on the machine is a power button. On the left edge, you can find 4 standard buttons: prewash, items with stains, easy ironing, extra rinse. On the next row are buttons that indicate the choice of the number of revolutions during the spin cycle, options are presented in the range from silent to 1000 rpm. Next are 4 indicators that accompany the entire washing process: from start to drain. The temperature knob is located on the right, and makes it possible to choose the temperature suitable for various types of fabrics.

In addition, on this machine you can see the following icons:

• The image of a T-shirt or underpants next to a T-shirt indicates the “cotton” mode. For some models, the same pattern with a circled outline indicates intensive washing.
• A basin with a wavy line at the top indicates washing, with a large volume of water.
• A picture with an empty basin indicates the quick wash mode. Sometimes Bosch typewriter symbols have dials with a length of time.
• If the iron is clearly depicted, it means that there is a light ironing mode. In this mode, the speed does not exceed 600.
• The T-shirt on the icon indicates a synthetic wash.
• If you see a nightgown on the designation, then this is a delicate, gentle wash.

Marking with a basin and a hank indicates a program in which you can wash the wool, and hand wash. The picture with trousers is a program for washing jeans.

Do all firms draw the same signs on the washing machine

Even provided that all modern manufacturing plants are trying in every possible way to make their goods the most popular and popular, and the control panel accessible to everyone and as clear as possible, some of us are still perplexed at the first glance at a new product.

Take a close look at the device you just bought. Each equipment must have a control panel on which various signs necessary for operation are indicated.

The symbol located on the panel suggests choosing one or another suitable mode for washing, rinsing or spinning. Other additional functions that the machine is equipped with are selected in the same way. For convenience, the icons are placed near the buttons that activate this function. The most convenient in operation are those models in which, next to the icon, there is its verbal meaning. Do not try to apply to your machine instructions from equipment of another company or model. The mismatch of the symbols on the icons can confuse you and even lead to damage to the unit. Although in essence, almost all modern models mark badges on washers approximately the same.

This applies to the following brands:

• Indesit
• Electrolux (Electrolux);
• Zanussi (Zanussi);
• Maxx
• Candy (Kandy);
• Whirlpool
• Ardo (Ardo);
• Ariston
• Atlant
• Eyelid;
• Samsung.

Sometimes the description of the designation of programs can be found in German or English. Do not be alarmed. This indicates the authenticity of your model, and just learn some terms in a foreign language.

Spin icon on the washing machine: decoding of symbols

Spinning is the final washing step for most automatic washing machines, except for those with a drying program. Some users practically do not think about a separate choice of this function. It is almost always incorporated into all washing programs. That is why we do not pay attention to how this icon looks. But sometimes there are times when you need to enable one spin mode. And then circumstances take us by surprise.

The spin sign for all washing machines looks the same. It is a twisted, twisted spiral, very similar to a snail. This icon differs in different brands only in the number of turns. But this difference does not mean anything.

If such an image exists, but it is crossed out, then your model does not have a spin mode. Some firms combine spin with a rinse function. Spin speed at different models differ, and can vary from 500 to 1600 rpm. The higher the torsion speed of the drum, the laundry will be drier.

How to use the spin cycle:

• Fold wet clothes into the machine, not forgetting to correctly calculate its volume. It is not recommended to put as much or as much linen into the machine, because in both the first and second cases, the smart machine will give an error and block the execution of the program.
• Close the hatch door.
• Turn the knob to spin mode.
• Press the button for selecting the speed of rotation of the drum on the control panel, and set the required number of revolutions.
• Press the start button;

After the program is completed, wait until the indicator goes out and remove the laundry from the drum.

Icon designations on the washing machine (video)

Modern manufacturers are constantly delighting customers with a variety of models of dishwasher and washing machine. Large and compact, in the classic white version, or in different colors, as well as expensive and economical models, today you can find them on the home appliance market. Which model you purchase depends on your preferences, but be sure to pay special attention to what is written in the instructions for use of the machine.

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The most common problem that occurs immediately after acquiring a washing machine is a lot of unknown designations. Typically, manufacturers try to make the control panel as simple and accessible as possible for each consumer, but most users do not immediately manage to deal with all its functions. In this article we will tell you what the icons on the washing machine mean.

Basic signs and symbols

All symbols printed on the dashboard of a modern washing machine can be divided into 4 main groups.

First group

The first group of signs on the washing machine includes the symbols for the progress of the washing process:

• prewash;
• normal mode;
• rinsing;
• extra rinse;
• draining;
• spin;
• drying;
• end of work.

Important! Depending on which of the indicators is highlighted at the moment, you can draw conclusions about the washing stage and find out which process the unit is currently performing.

Second group

This category of washing machine icons includes mode indicators, each of which is intended for products from a certain type of fabric. The main difference between the work programs of the household appliance is the temperature barrier, as well as the frequency and intensity of the drum revolutions.

Most often, such devices can work in the following modes:

• cotton;
• synthetics;
• wool;
• silk;
• jeans.

Third group

This system contains mode symbols that the user can use at his own discretion:

• handwash;
• spots;
• delicate fabrics;
• night cycle;
• economical washing;
• intensive washing;
• kids' things;
• curtains;
• hygiene items;
• quick wash.

On different displays you can find additional symbols like “rinse with softener” or “hold rinse”. This is due to the features of the functional base of a particular technique. The standard designations on all machines have the same meaning.

Important! Manufacturers of all countries are trying to add at least one more icon to this group, and therefore the capabilities of modern models are growing with each new model. It is by increasing the functionality of household equipment that manufacturers are trying to break ahead in the fight against competitors.

Fourth group

Additional functions can be attributed to a separate group of indicators. On the panel, each of the additional features of the model you selected is represented by a separate key, by clicking on which you activate its application.

The following keys are usually located on the additional features panel:

• reduced washing time;
• reduction in the number of revolutions;
• foam control;
• crush resistance;
• more water.

Important! In each machine, it is possible to choose the washing temperature, the number of revolutions of the drum, as well as many different washing modes for your items.

Icons on Indesit washing machine

Most models of washing machines, regardless of their manufacturer, have almost 90% of the same functions. However, the units differ in the symbols on the control panel and the features of the built-in functionality.

In washing machines from the Indesit manufacturing company, logical marking of modes and functions is common:

• the washing program for synthetic fabrics is depicted as a chemical flask with a wide bottom;
• you can activate the work with cotton fabrics with the help of the button, where the opened cotton box is shown;

To wash delicate fabrics, you need to set the handle on the image of the flower.

Important! Also, intuitively, you can recognize the icons on the Indesit washing machine, which indicate other types of fabrics. For example, curtains - half the curtains, wool - a ball of thread, jeans - a picture of pants.

Many modern Indesit models also have a number of additional features:

• the economical washing mode is symbolized by a wood pattern;
• easy ironing - with an iron;
• superfast wash - watch dial.

Important! To select an additional function, press the button next to which a rectangle with a checkmark is drawn.

Designations on the Bosh washing machine

The control panel of the Bosch brand washing machines contains all the standard keys that indicate the following actions:

• start;
• main modes;
• additional programs.

Important! The iron on the key indicates the easy ironing function. A basin with a wavy line in its upper part is the use of large amounts of water. An empty basin is a quick wash program.

A distinctive feature of the units from this production company is the presence of a separate switch, which allows you to select the speed of the drum.

Important! The denser the fabric and the greater its pollution, the greater the number of revolutions you need to choose. However, it is worth remembering that with a large number of turns in the washing process, delicate fabrics can be damaged.

• patterned t-shirts - synthetics;
• women's nightgown - delicate materials;
• a basin with a hand lowered into it and a skein of wool - hand wash, as well as work with woolen products;
• t-shirt, T-shirt and underwear in the picture - a program for cotton.

Samsung washing machine icons

The technology of the Samsung manufacturing company has standard designations for washing modes:

1. A pelvic icon will indicate a preliminary or main program.
2. A basin filled with water indicates rinsing.
3. The spin function is indicated by the spiral pattern.
4. T-shirts and soap bubbles designate the Eco-Bubble function.
5. The badge with a T-shirt with a dark right bottom edge indicates an intensive wash mode.
6. A basin with a horizontal wavy line indicates the soaking function.

A lot of devices from this manufacturer are equipped with additional functionality. Each of the special options is activated by pressing one of the following buttons:

• castle with a smiling face - protection from children.
• watch dial icon - delayed start.
• Eco tank cleaning - badge with drum and curly rhombus.
• crossed speaker image - mute function.
• a light on the display indicates that the door is locked.

Important! The Bosch washing machine control panel displays the user-selected washing temperature, time, spin speed and the number of rinses.

Icons on the Zanussi washing machine

The control panel of the Zanussi washing machine uses generally accepted conventions. Manufacturers of washing machines of other brands also depict cotton as an opened cotton box, synthetics as a chemical flask with a wide bottom, spinning is presented in the form of a twisting spiral, washing of delicate fabric - a flower, woolen product - a ball of wool.

Important! In washing machines of this brand, there is also an icon with a crossed-out spiral, which means that the no-spin mode is activated. Cold wash is usually depicted as a basin with a snowflake inside.

Icons on the LG washing machine

The latest LG brand washing machines are equipped with an intuitive and extremely simple control panel. It uses a lot of inscriptions in Russian and a minimum of obscure notation.

In recent years, every manufacturer has been striving to add a new icon, unique to him, to the control panel. With the rapid increase in the number of washing functions and modes, the number of symbols also increases on the program panel. In order to understand them and use them correctly, it is necessary to carefully study the user manual that comes complete with new technology.

Important! In addition to the icons that we mentioned earlier, in each washing machine of the LG brand, you can choose the washing temperature and the number of revolutions of the drum.

In this article, we talked about the popular signs of washing machines from various manufacturers. We hope that our advice will help you, and the new technique, when used correctly, will bring joy and pleasure for a long time.

With the advent of automatic washing machines on the Russian market in the early 90s of the last century, our ladies breathed a sigh of relief. In Soviet times, a good “washing machine” was a luxury, spin was often manual, centrifuges rattled and often broke.

Over the past 20 years, cars - automatic machines have also noticeably changed. Manufacturers are constantly changing the design of models, adding new icons that define additional functions, improving in the competition. Convenient noiseless touch buttons for the most part have replaced rotary knobs, models are updated, acquiring a lot of different programs.

All changes are also intended so that any person can easily control this type of household appliances. But sometimes understanding different symbols is not so simple.

We will consider what information signs adorn the panels of washing machines of the most popular brands.

Basic symbols on the panels of washing machines

The icons that are shown on the machine - the machine, can conditionally be divided into 4 main groups.

Images depicting the work process, of which the running include:

• regular wash;
• prewash;
• rinsing;
• rinse plus;
• drying;
• spin;
• drain.

Signs of various modes that indicate the choice of temperature for certain types of fabric, as well as the intensity of the revolutions of the tank during the spin cycle:

• cotton;
• synthetics;
• wool;
• silk;
• jeans.

Icons indicating the modes selected at your discretion:

• hand and quick wash;
• turbo;
• thin linen;
• cold water;
• economical;
• tulle and curtains;
• kids clothes.

The signs of the fourth group assume their own control buttons, and not just a pointer:

• easy ironing;
• contaminated items;
• increase in water norm;
• foam control;
• number of revolutions;
• temperature condition.

Designations on the Electrolux and AEG washing machines

Bosch washing machine

On the most popular models of this brand, the signs on the display are as follows. In the center of the panel on the machine is a power button. From the left edge there are 4 buttons standard for such models:

• stained things;
• prewash;
• easy ironing (when choosing this mode, the speed display is automatically set, at which it is impossible to select more than 600);
• extra rinse.

The next row with the button below indicates the selection of the spin speed from silent to 1000. Next, from top to bottom, there are 4 indicators that accompany the entire washing process: from the beginning to the drain of water. And on the right is a rotary knob for various temperature conditions, types of washing, various fabrics, rinsing or spin selection.

Washing machine LG Intellowasher

A very convenient and popular series of the famous brand. On the left panel is a rotary knob for switching modes:

• tissue selection;
• spin;
• rinse + spin;
• discharge of water;
• hand and quick wash;

Bottom of the rotary knob on the machine are the power and pause buttons. In the center of the panel is a time display. On the right is a series of temperature indicators, a selection of spin speeds from silent to 1000, as well as a number of certain convenient services in the form of:

• prewash;
• eco - programs;
• additional rinse;
• bio - mode.

The buttons are horizontally located at the bottom right:

• delayed launch;
• easy ironing;
• temperature selection;
• various options, including a key - a child lock.

Washing machine Ardo

One of the most popular Italian brands of washing machines in Russia. On the model panel in the center there is a display reflecting the washing time and the start button. There is also a rotary handle, with which you can select various temperature conditions and programs:

• hand and quick wash;
• program for sports things;
• a program of things from mixed fabrics,
• mode for jeans and shirts.

There is a cycle of special hygienic processing of linen. At the bottom of the display are the button signs:

• start delay;
• spin;
• prewash / automatic cleaning of the machine;
• turbo mode;
• skin protection (washing in large quantities of water, suitable for people with sensitive allergic skin and baby clothes);
• drying.

Washing machine miele

Dear high-quality brand, this unit in the washing segment is the dream of any housewife. On the panel of this smart device there are programs:

• jeans clothes;
• thin tissues;
• cotton
• woolen things;
• shirt;
• dark things;
• sports underwear and shoes;
• outerwear.

There are also information signs of the following programs:

• things treated with various dirt - and water-repellent impregnations (microfiber products, ski suits);
• hygienic cycle;
• drying;
• cycle for completely new things;
• regimen for pillows and curtains;
• mode for soft toys.

Symbols of cars Gorenje, Beko

We hope that our brief overview will help you make full use of all the features of your washing machine. Have a nice wash!