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How to wash linen in the Miele W1 WSI863 (honeycomb drum)

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Linen · Miele WSI863 WCS

Programme
Cottons
Temperature
30C
Spin
600 rpm
Typical time
2:30

Checked July 2026 · same engine as the app

To wash linen on a Miele W1 WSI863 (honeycomb drum), select the Cottons programme at 30C with a 600 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.

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The Miele W1 WSI863 (honeycomb drum) panel with the Cottons programme selected, exactly as the Lavo app shows it.

On the machine

  1. 1Turn the rotary selector to Cottons.
  2. 2Set the temperature to 30C and the spin to 600 rpm.
  3. 3Press Start/Add laundry. Expect around 2:30.

Why these settings

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

The risk: Linen creases heavily and can shrink slightly on a first hot wash.

The rule worth remembering: Wash cool to lukewarm on a gentle cycle and iron while still damp.

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Asked at the launderette

What temperature should I wash linen at on a Miele W1 WSI863 (honeycomb drum)?

Wash linen at 30C using the Cottons programme on the Miele W1 WSI863 (honeycomb drum). Linen creases heavily and can shrink slightly on a first hot wash.

What spin speed is safe for linen?

Use 600 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 Miele W1 WSI863 (honeycomb drum), 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.