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How to wash acrylic in the AEG 7000 Series ProSteam (LFR73964B)

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Acrylic · AEG LFR73964B

Programme
Synthetics
Temperature
30C
Spin
600 rpm
Typical time
2:15

Checked July 2026 · same engine as the app

To wash acrylic on an AEG 7000 Series ProSteam (LFR73964B), select the 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.

MixLoad 69minEco 40-60CottonsSyntheticsDelicatesWool20min 3KgSteamOutdoorHygieneRinseSpin/DrainAEGSynthetics2:1530°C600On/OffTemperatureSpinStartPauseProSteam

The AEG 7000 Series ProSteam (LFR73964B) panel with the Synthetics programme selected, exactly as the Lavo app shows it.

On the machine

  1. 1Turn the programme dial to Synthetics.
  2. 2Set the temperature to 30C and the spin to 600 rpm.
  3. 3Press Start / Pause. Expect around 2:15.

Why these settings

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

The risk: Acrylic pills and loses shape with agitation and heat.

The rule worth remembering: Wash cool, inside out, on a gentle cycle and dry flat.

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What temperature should I wash acrylic at on an AEG 7000 Series ProSteam (LFR73964B)?

Wash acrylic at 30C using the Synthetics programme on the AEG 7000 Series ProSteam (LFR73964B). 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 AEG 7000 Series ProSteam (LFR73964B), 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 Synthetics programme.