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How to wash linen in the GE GTW485ASWWB Top Load (agitator)

To wash linen on a GE GTW485ASWWB Top Load (agitator), select the Normal programme at 30C with a 700 rpm spin, add a suitable detergent and start the cycle. Linen creases heavily and can shrink slightly on a first hot wash. Wash cool to lukewarm on a gentle cycle and iron while still damp.

Last updated November 2026

Programme
Normal
Temperature
30°C
Spin
700 rpm

On the machine

  1. Turn the programme selector to Normal.
  2. Set the temperature to 30°C.
  3. Set the spin to 700 rpm.
  4. Add a suitable detergent and press start.

Why these settings

Linen creases heavily and can shrink slightly on a first hot wash. Wash cool to lukewarm on a gentle cycle and iron while still damp.

Linen washes well cool but creases heavily, iron it while still damp.

Common questions

What temperature should I wash linen at on a GE GTW485ASWWB Top Load (agitator)?

Wash linen at 30C using the Normal programme on the GE GTW485ASWWB Top Load (agitator). Linen creases heavily and can shrink slightly on a first hot wash.

What spin speed is safe for linen?

Use 700 rpm. A gentler spin removes enough water without stressing the fibres. Wash cool to lukewarm on a gentle cycle and iron while still damp.

Do I need the care label to wash linen?

No. Lavo identifies the fabric and condition from a photo of the garment itself and gives the exact setting for your GE GTW485ASWWB Top Load (agitator), even when the care label is faded, cut out, or missing.

What happens if I wash linen too hot?

Linen creases heavily and can shrink slightly on a first hot wash. That is why the safe setting here is 30C on the Normal programme.

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