What is the rinse mode in a washing machine, and how to use it correctly?
Automatic washing machines offer a wide range of laundry processing functionality. Built-in washing modes also include rinsing.
In addition, manufacturers offer an additional rinse option that can be used if necessary.
We will tell you more about the extra rinse mode in the washing machine in the article.
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What is this program?
When setting the standard program on the washing machine (synthetics, cotton etc.), the washing phase of the program ends with draining the water. The process occurs using a pump. Waste water is discharged into the sewer.
After this, the machine proceeds to rinsing. It is necessary to wash away detergent residues from things.. Clean water from the water supply is poured into the drum and it begins to rotate. This helps ensure that things are rinsed well. At the end of the stage, the water is drained into the sewer. The next step in the work is spinning.
If you need to rinse the laundry very thoroughly, then even before the start of the program, select the “extra rinse” option.
Purpose
In some cases it may be necessary to rinse the laundry more thoroughly., than is offered by the embedded program. In such situations, an “extra rinse” comes to the rescue.
In most washing machines, this option can be activated by pressing only one button on the control panel.
It may be called an "extra rinse", "super rinse" or indicated by a characteristic symbol - a container with a wave or dashes, simply wavy lines imitating the surface of the water.
This mode makes it possible to rinse the laundry more thoroughly – more than once. In this case, the rinsing stage takes place fully - with the addition of water, rotation of the drum and draining.
How to use the option
Additional rinse steps if when this option complements the standard program:
- Putting things in a drum.
- Pouring detergent into the cuvette.
- Selecting a washing mode from the proposed list of programs.
- Selecting an additional rinse on the control panel.
- Starting the wash.
After this, the automatic washing machine begins to do its job, taking into account the additional parameter set by the user.
In this case, the process is carried out in stages:
- water intake into the drum;
- washing with hot water;
- draining;
- taking a new portion of water;
- performing rinsing;
- draining;
- set of additional portions of water;
- additional rinsing;
- draining;
- spin
Another possible option for using an additional rinse cycle can occur when the laundry has already been removed from the drum. If you need to rinse it further, you can return the items to the washing machine and set it to rinse and spin only.
How does super rinse work?
In addition to the main washing mode, rinsing can be run separately in washing machines.
This approach allows you to rinse clothes without washing.. This may be necessary when rinsing items that have been washed by hand.
It is also possible to start rinsing followed by spinning if the laundry removed from the drum after washing retains detergent residues.
Setting the mode is very simple. Depending on the washing machine model, startup is carried out by pressing a button or turning a toggle switch, and installing it in the desired position.
It is not always possible to select such additional processing immediately with the cycle - there may be restrictions on a specific program.
Give another rinse more often impossible with short programs that last up to half an hour and with gentle processingsimulating hand wash:
- "Handwash";
- "Quick wash";
- "Express wash"
This is due to the fact that already short programs cannot be shortened in terms of running time in order to add additional rinsing.
Long programs ("Baby clothes", "Cotton", etc.) almost always allow you to add another rinse. It will slightly lengthen the cycle, but will better remove detergent residues.
How to find the icon on washing machines from different manufacturers?
Depending on the manufacturer, the extra rinse may be activated differently. more often – a separate button with a signature and/or icon:
- on devices LG – this is a “super rinse”;
- Samsung allow you to set the number of rinse cycles (from 1 to 5), which should be selected before starting;
- Bosch – verbal description in Russian;
- Ariston, Zanussi – designation – icon in the form of a pelvis;
- Candy – image of a shower with a basin, etc.
It is also necessary to analyze the documentation for the washing machine in the case where, due to time and frequent use, the mode designations have been completely or partially erased from the surface of the case.
Some washing machine manufacturers have a built-in program “dark things”, which already includes a more thorough rinsing to avoid light powder stains on clothes.
Impact on total cycle time
An additional rinse adds a few minutes to the total wash time. Different manufacturers have different cycle lengthening times..
How long does the rinse last? In most models - about 5-10 additional minutes, but there may be an increase in time up to 20-30 minutes, depending on the SMA model and the ability to adjust the settings.
Plus there is a small additional consumption of water and electricity. Ignoring additional rinsing as a mode only slightly saves time and resources.
If there is an urgent need to rinse the laundry well, this mode should not be neglected. Most modern washing machines perform additional rinsing as economically as possible.
Water temperature
After the heated water in which the clothes were washed is drained, the washing machine begins to draw new water from the water supply. At the same time, cold water enters the drum. Depending on the region and time of year, it may be warmer or colder. It is used in the same form during rinsing.
For automatic washing machines, you should choose only such powders And gelsthat are designed for this. Hand washing products must not be used.
Features of use
Using the extra rinse option may be recommended in the following cases:
- more washing powder is poured into the cuvette than necessary;
- the detergent has a strong, distinct odor;
- when processing clothes for allergy sufferers;
- low quality powder;
- the detergent has performed poorly in previous washes;
- when washing children's clothes.
When handling small items, rinsing the laundry well is very important. Children's skin has increased sensitivity to the effects of chemicals contained in powders. Even special children's washing detergents, if they remain even in small quantities on things, can cause irritation and provoke an allergic reaction.
It is also possible to introduce another rinse if the detergent has not dissolved well. In this case, not only are things poorly washed, but also undissolved granules remain on them or whitish stains form.
If an item has been washed unsuccessfully, it does not have to be washed again for the full processing cycle. It is enough to set one more rinse with spin.
In the case when the detergent is used unsuccessfully, you can immediately, even before starting the main cycle, install an additional rinse. This will avoid a situation where the powder literally eats into the fabric.
Almost always, the rinse is followed by a spin cycle, which completes the washing machine’s operating cycle. But some types of fabrics can be processed without spinning at all or at minimal speed. For example, delicate materials.
Video on the topic of the article
An overview of the additional rinse mode can be seen in the video:
Conclusion
Extra rinse is a convenient feature of the washing machine. With its help, it is possible to better rinse things from residual detergents.
Using this rinse separately or as part of the selected treatment mode, you can take better care of things by getting rid of dangerous chemical compounds and a specific strong odor.
