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How to wash acrylic in the Altus AL CM 81050

To wash acrylic on an Altus AL CM 81050, select the Sentetik (Synthetics) programme at 30C with a 600 rpm spin, add a suitable detergent and start the cycle. Acrylic pills and loses shape with agitation and heat. Wash cool, inside out, on a gentle cycle and dry flat.

Last updated November 2026

Programme
Sentetik (Synthetics)
Temperature
30°C
Spin
600 rpm

On the machine

  1. Turn the programme selector to Sentetik (Synthetics).
  2. Set the temperature to 30°C.
  3. Set the spin to 600 rpm.
  4. Add a suitable detergent and press start.

Why these settings

Acrylic pills and loses shape with agitation and heat. Wash cool, inside out, on a gentle cycle and dry flat.

Acrylic pills easily, wash cool inside out on a gentle cycle.

Common questions

What temperature should I wash acrylic at on an Altus AL CM 81050?

Wash acrylic at 30C using the Sentetik (Synthetics) programme on the Altus AL CM 81050. Acrylic pills and loses shape with agitation and heat.

What spin speed is safe for acrylic?

Use 600 rpm. A gentler spin removes enough water without stressing the fibres. Wash cool, inside out, on a gentle cycle and dry flat.

Do I need the care label to wash acrylic?

No. Lavo identifies the fabric and condition from a photo of the garment itself and gives the exact setting for your Altus AL CM 81050, even when the care label is faded, cut out, or missing.

What happens if I wash acrylic too hot?

Acrylic pills and loses shape with agitation and heat. That is why the safe setting here is 30C on the Sentetik (Synthetics) programme.

Acrylic on other machines

Other fabrics on the Altus AL CM 81050

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