ISO and US60 °C · 140 °F

Washing

Wash at 60 °C, mild cycle symbol

Up to 60 °C but with less agitation and a gentler spin (the synthetics or easy-care cycle). One bar under the tub = gentler.

What to do: Choose 'Synthetics' or 'Easy care' at 60 °C, spin around 800 rpm, a half-full drum.
Avoid: A cotton cycle with a 1400 rpm spin creases and stretches blended fabrics.
Where you see it: Polycotton, synthetic shirts

What to set on the machine

Questions and answers

Got the whole label?

Pick all its symbols and get the washer, dryer and iron settings in one place.

01What does the wash at 60 °c, mild cycle symbol mean?

Up to 60 °C but with less agitation and a gentler spin (the synthetics or easy-care cycle). One bar under the tub = gentler.

02What should I do with the garment?

Choose 'Synthetics' or 'Easy care' at 60 °C, spin around 800 rpm, a half-full drum.

03What is the most common mistake?

A cotton cycle with a 1400 rpm spin creases and stretches blended fabrics.

04Can I wash cooler than the label says?

Yes – the number is the maximum. Cooler is always safe for the fabric.

05Which detergent should I use?

Colours – a non-bleach 'colour' detergent; wool and silk – an enzyme-free wool detergent; whites – one with oxygen bleach if the triangle allows it.