Symbol Guide
Understanding Washing Machine Symbols:
- Control panel symbols indicate wash programs
- Display symbols show machine status
- Warning symbols alert to potential issues
- Care symbols guide proper fabric handling
- Energy efficiency symbols indicate power usage
Basic Symbol Categories
- Wash Program Symbols: Icons representing different washing cycles and fabric types
- Temperature Symbols: Indicators for cold, warm, and hot water settings
- Spin Speed Symbols: Representations of various spin speed options
- Additional Function Symbols: Icons for extra features like steam, pre-wash, and delay start
- Status Indicator Symbols: Symbols showing machine operation status and progress
- Warning and Error Symbols: Alert symbols for maintenance and troubleshooting needs
Control Panel Symbols
| Cotton Symbol | Standard cotton wash program for normal fabrics |
| Synthetic Symbol | Program for synthetic fabrics and blended materials |
| Wool Symbol | Gentle wool program for delicate woolen items |
| Delicate Symbol | Extra gentle cycle for delicate fabrics |
| Quick Wash Symbol | Fast washing cycle for lightly soiled items |
| Heavy Duty Symbol | Intensive cleaning for heavily soiled laundry |
| Allergy Care Symbol | Hygiene program to remove allergens |
| Baby Care Symbol | Special program for baby clothes hygiene |
| Rinse+Spin Symbol | Additional rinse cycle with spinning |
| Spin Only Symbol | Spinning cycle without washing |
| Drain Symbol | Draining function without spinning |
| Steam Symbol | Steam function for refresh and hygiene |
Temperature Control Symbols
- Cold Water Symbol: Wash with cold water only
- Warm Water Symbol: Wash with warm water (30-40°C)
- Hot Water Symbol: Wash with hot water (60-90°C)
- Tap Cold Symbol: Use ambient temperature water
Display Symbols
Time Remaining Symbol
Clock icon showing estimated time until cycle completion. May display in hours and minutes or as a countdown timer.
Cycle Progress Symbols
Icons indicating current cycle stage: washing, rinsing, spinning, or completed. Usually represented by water drops, rinse cycles, and spinning motions.
Temperature Display
Thermometer symbol with temperature reading showing current water temperature setting or actual temperature during wash cycle.
Spin Speed Display
Spinning circle symbol with RPM numbers indicating current spin speed setting from no spin to maximum speed.
Delay Start Symbol
Clock with arrow icon showing delayed start time setting. May display countdown to cycle start.
Child Lock Symbol
Padlock icon indicating child lock is active, preventing accidental changes to settings during operation.
Status Indicator Lights
Power On
Illuminated power symbol indicating machine is turned on and ready for operation
Door Locked
Lock symbol showing door is securely locked during operation for safety
Water Supply
Water drop symbol indicating water is being supplied to the machine
Draining
Drain symbol showing water is being pumped out of the machine
Cycle Complete
Check mark or end symbol indicating wash cycle has finished
Add Garment
Shirt symbol with plus sign indicating ability to add forgotten items during pause
Warning Symbols
| Symbol | Meaning | Action Required |
|---|---|---|
| Door Symbol with Exclamation | Door not properly closed or locked | Ensure door is fully closed and latched |
| Water Drop with Exclamation | Water supply issue or leak detected | Check water supply connections and hoses |
| Drain Symbol with Exclamation | Drainage problem or pump issue | Check drain hose and clean pump filter |
| Motor Symbol with Exclamation | Motor or drive system error | Contact authorized service technician |
| Unbalanced Load Symbol | Load is unbalanced during spin cycle | Redistribute laundry evenly in drum |
| Overload Symbol | Too much laundry in drum | Remove some items and restart cycle |
Error Code Symbols
- dE / Door Error: Door not closing properly - Check for obstructions
- IE / Water Inlet Error: Water supply issue - Check water pressure and valves
- OE / Drain Error: Drainage problem - Check drain hose and pump
- FE / Flood Error: Water leakage detected - Check for leaks immediately
- UE / Unbalance Error: Load unbalanced - Redistribute clothes
- LE / Motor Error: Direct Drive motor issue - Contact service center
- TE / Temperature Error: Heating system problem - Check heating element
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