How to wash polyester in the Miele WWA 120 WCS

To wash polyester on a Miele WWA 120 WCS, select the Synthétique programme at 30C with a 900 rpm spin, add a suitable detergent and start the cycle. Polyester traps odour and can pill or hold creases if washed hot. Wash at 30C, turn inside out, and skip high heat in the dryer.

Last updated November 2026

Programme: Synthétique
Temperature: 30°C
Spin: 900 rpm

On the machine

Turn the programme selector to Synthétique.
Set the temperature to 30°C.
Set the spin to 900 rpm.
Add a suitable detergent and press start.

Why these settings

Polyester traps odour and can pill or hold creases if washed hot. Wash at 30C, turn inside out, and skip high heat in the dryer.

Polyester is easy care but holds odour and is heat sensitive, wash cool to avoid setting smells.

Common questions

What temperature should I wash polyester at on a Miele WWA 120 WCS?

Wash polyester at 30C using the Synthétique programme on the Miele WWA 120 WCS. Polyester traps odour and can pill or hold creases if washed hot.

What spin speed is safe for polyester?

Use 900 rpm. A gentler spin removes enough water without stressing the fibres. Wash at 30C, turn inside out, and skip high heat in the dryer.

Do I need the care label to wash polyester?

No. Lavo identifies the fabric and condition from a photo of the garment itself and gives the exact setting for your Miele WWA 120 WCS, even when the care label is faded, cut out, or missing.

What happens if I wash polyester too hot?

Polyester traps odour and can pill or hold creases if washed hot. That is why the safe setting here is 30C on the Synthétique programme.

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