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How to wash linen in the Hoover H-Wash 300 Lite (H3W 49TE)

To wash linen on a Hoover H-Wash 300 Lite (H3W 49TE), select the Cottons programme at 30C with a 400 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 October 2026

Programme
Cottons
Temperature
30°C
Spin
400 rpm
Wash type
Cottons
About
2:30

On the machine

  1. Turn the programme dial to Cottons.
  2. Set the temperature to 30°C (Temperature button).
  3. Set the spin to 400 rpm (Spin Speed button).
  4. Add a suitable detergent and press Start / Pause.

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 Hoover H-Wash 300 Lite (H3W 49TE)?

Wash linen at 30C using the Cottons programme on the Hoover H-Wash 300 Lite (H3W 49TE). Linen creases heavily and can shrink slightly on a first hot wash.

What spin speed is safe for linen?

Use 400 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 Hoover H-Wash 300 Lite (H3W 49TE), 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 Cottons programme.

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