How do you say "Spulen" on a washing machine?

Owners of German-made washing machines sometimes have difficulty deciphering the control panel labels. All functions and modes are labeled in a foreign language. An online translator isn't always helpful, as the dashboard displays technical German. Let's figure out how to correctly interpret the word "Spulen," which is always found on German-made machines, as well as other terms.

"Shpulen" and related programs

To ensure the most effective washing, users need to know which buttons on the control panel perform what function. Owners of washing machines manufactured in Germany face a challenge: they need a translation from German of all the text on the dashboard. For example, the word "Spulen" indicates the essential "Rinse" mode.

You can also find the following inscriptions on the dashboards of German automatic cars:

• Spulen Plus – additional rinse;
• Spulen Intensive – intensive rinsing. The laundry in the drum will be "swirled" in a larger volume of water;
• Spulen Stop is an option that allows you to end the wash cycle after the rinse cycle. It's used when cleaning items that shouldn't be spun. The machine will stop with a full tank of water.

When the Spulen Stop option is activated, you will have to additionally start the drain mode at the end of the cycle.

Knowing the German translation of this word allows you to use your washing machine with confidence. "Spulen" refers to a standard option familiar to all users. Let's look at how to interpret other foreign terms found on German washing machine dashboards.

Translation of basic programs

German-made washing machines have a fairly extensive software suite. To avoid getting confused by the variety of modes, it's important to understand the meaning of all the labels translated into Russian. Let's look at the most popular functions.

• Einweichen – a long soak. A special program for heavily soiled items. The washing machine stops with soapy water in the drum.
• Pre-wash option. Same soaking, but after a certain amount of time, the machine will begin the main cycle.
• Hauptwasche – standard wash. For all types of fabric.
• This cycle features a hot cycle. Suitable for cotton linens, this program is ideal for washing sheets, pillowcases, duvet covers, towels, and other items made from durable, natural materials that can be boiled. Only when selecting this option is it permissible to set the water temperature in the drum above 60°C.
• Buntwash is a special cycle for cleaning colored cotton and textile items. It's suitable for washing heavily and moderately soiled items. It differs from the hot cycle by lowering the water temperature in the drum.
• Mix – suitable for washing items made from different types of fabric. This program removes light to medium soiling.
• It's easy to understand what this word means in Russian – the program is designed for washing denim items.
• Light wash option. This mode is ideal for cleaning lightly soiled synthetic items, underwear, shirts, and blouses that don't require ironing.
• The "Easy Iron" option. This program features a gentle spin cycle—the drum rotates smoothly to prevent creases and folds. Suitable for cotton and synthetic items.
• Feinwasche – delicate cycle. A special program for washing delicate fabrics and curtains. There's no spin cycle; it must be run separately at the end of the main cycle. When selecting this option, it's important to ensure the drum is half full.
• Silk and wool. This cycle is designed for gentle washing of silk and wool items. The program does not include a spin cycle. The washing machine should be loaded halfway.
• Dessous is a special program for washing women's underwear. It ensures the most gentle cleaning of lace items.
• Outdoor – a function useful for washing sportswear, jackets, and overalls made of waterproof materials. When using the "Impregnation" program, a special detergent must be used.
• Sport Intensive – intensive cleaning of sportswear.
• Blitz, 30°, 30 min. This program is designed to refresh clothes. The cycle lasts up to 30 minutes, or up to 20 minutes on some washing machine models. When selecting this program, load a maximum of 3 kg of laundry into the drum.
• Schnell Intensive. Intensive cleaning of items made from natural fabrics.
• Energy Savings – an energy-saving option. The drum rotates at a special rhythm, allowing heavily soiled items made from natural fabrics to be washed at 60°C, just as if they were swirled in water heated to 90°C.
• Spin function (Schonschleudern) – spin function.
• Pumpen (Abpumpen) – "Drain" mode. When the program starts, waste water is pumped out of the tank.

To ensure the most effective washing, it is important to select the correct program depending on the type of fabric and the degree of soiling of the items loaded into the drum.

As you can see, German washing machines truly have excellent functionality. Knowing the meaning of all the symbols on the dashboard allows you to easily adjust the wash parameters based on the material and soil level of the items you load into the drum.

Auxiliary algorithms

In addition to the basic programs, German washing machines have many different add-ons. Auxiliary options help ensure higher quality washing. To use them, you need to know the meaning of the markings on the dashboard.

• Kurz is a short cycle. By activating this algorithm, you can significantly reduce washing time.
• Zeit sparen. The inscription translates as "saving time." A complete analogue of the Kurz option.
• Intensive – enhances the standard wash program. It's recommended to use this program if the drum contains heavily soiled items. It increases the wash time.
• Flecken is a supplement that helps combat stubborn stains.
• Temp – a key that allows you to adjust the cycle temperature.
• U/min – this is the button labeled for adjusting the drum speed during spinning.
• Water plus – adding water. Washing is performed with a larger amount of water in the drum.
• Starken – a "Starch" option. Used for washing bedding, towels, and shirts.
• Delayed start is a delayed start option. It allows you to delay the cycle start time by several hours. This feature is useful if you want to start a wash cycle at night, so that by the time you wake up, the machine has finished and you can hang your clothes to dry. This feature is also useful if your apartment has a day-night electricity meter.

These are the most common markings found on German washing machines. Understanding how to interpret them will help you easily operate your "home assistant." Depending on the model, the machine's functionality will vary slightly.

   

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