How to make your washing machine work better
These are the 10 most important settings on your washer.
From The Times
September 10, 2025
A close-up of the control panel buttons on a washing machine.
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How to make your washing machine work better

If you’re not adjusting the settings, you’re doing your laundry wrong. Here are the 10 most important settings to help keep your clothes looking, smelling and feeling their best.

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