The signs on the control panel of an Electrolux typewriter are not clear to everyone. On some models there is a name for each program, on others only symbolic images.
What if you need to select a specific function for a particular type of laundry? You can look at the instructions. But if it is lost or you bought a used washing machine, the value of each washing mode of SM Electrolux can be found in our article.
Table of programs Electrolux (Electrolux): description and notation
Choosing a specific mode at random is not recommended. It is better to immediately familiarize yourself with the description of the notation, and then start operation. In the table below you will find the names and decoding of the main and additional modes for washing Electrolux. All characters on different Electrolux models are decrypted identically.
Basic Modes
Designation | Name | Decryption | The approximate time* |
Prewash Mode | The symbol is also applied to the detergent drawer so that the user does not confuse the powder compartments. The mode allows you to pre-wash the item, suitable for heavily soiled laundry. | Increases washing time by approximately 20%. | |
Main wash | Standard mode. | Depends on temperature and type of fabric. | |
Rinsing | Extra rinse can be used if you are not sure that the clothes are well rinsed before. | up to 20 minutes. | |
Spin | The ability to further squeeze the laundry and adjust the speed of revolutions. | about 5 minutes. | |
Delay in washing | Allows you to load laundry into the tank and set the time (after 3, 6, 9 hours) when the machine starts. | Maximum - up to 24 hours (depending on model). | |
Rinse stop | Some users may confuse it with a regular rinse. However, in the usual basin with waves is drawn, and the stop is displayed with a basin with smooth water. | — | |
Drain | A basin with an arrow pointing down indicates a drain that can be turned on if the washer does not drain after the end of the program. | — | |
Cycle end | An arrow pointing to the right will indicate that the program is completed. | — |
* The data in this and the following tables are approximate; See the instructions for your model for the exact time.
Also on the panel of washing machines Electrolux there are indicators. With its help, it is convenient to determine the end time of the cycle (on the display) or the operation of one of the functions (the indicator lights up). A sound signal warns that the wash is finished and that laundry can be removed from the tank.
Additional programs
Additional in this case are those modes that allow you to care for certain types of linen.
Designation | Name | Decryption | The approximate time |
Cotton | Set the mode for cotton products. The water temperature is 90 degrees. | 145 minutes. | |
Eco Cotton | For white things, as well as colored linen that does not fade at a temperature of 40 to 60 degrees (can be adjusted). | 136 minutes. | |
Synthetics Wash | Removing common stains on mixed and synthetic fabrics. You can adjust the temperature from cold to 60 degrees. | 90 minutes | |
Thin fabrics | The program allows you to wash delicate fabrics (acrylic, rayon) as carefully as possible. The temperature is 40 degrees. | 60 minutes | |
Wool or Hand Wash | The machine allows you to care for woolen products, which are subject only to hand washing, at a temperature of 40 degrees. | 55-56 minutes. | |
Silk | The program provides gentle washing at 30 degrees for silk items, as well as mixed synthetics. | 40 minutes. | |
Blankets | The mode most comfortably erases any blanket so that its “filling” does not go astray. Temperature is from 30 to 60 degrees. | 100 minutes | |
Jeans | By choosing this program, you can wash knitted clothes, as well as jeans and dark products. The temperature is adjustable from low to 60 degrees. | up to 100 minutes. | |
Curtains | In SM Electrolux you can safely wash curtains and curtains at a temperature of 40 degrees. Before the main, a preliminary wash is performed, during which it is not recommended to use powder. | up to 100 minutes. | |
Sport | Suitable for washing synthetic clothes, sports shoes. Can be used to refresh new things. | 30 minutes. | |
5 shirts | The mode allows you to wash 5-6 shirts at a time at a temperature of 30 degrees. | 30 minutes. |
Useful features
The Electrolux washing machine also provides other useful functions that will make washing even more effective.
Name | Decryption |
Steam system | Useful technology of steam processing, which allows you to refresh clothes without wrinkling, keeping shape. |
Panel Lock | It also serves as protection against children. By choosing an option, you block all buttons from being accidentally pressed. |
Direct spray | The function prevents creasing by spraying clothes with water. |
Aqua control | The sensor system protects the washing machine from leaks. |
Time manager | The program allows you to set your own washing parameters. |
How to choose a washing mode in the machine Electrolux
The choice of program depends on the type of fabric, as well as the type of linen. To know how to configure and set the mode, just look at the control panel.
Turn the selector to set the program according to the type of fabric. Temperature, spin, extra rinse are selected by pressing the keys. The indicator lights show the spin speed. The washing time depends on the selected mode.