So, we've moved on to another shape. We had a "wash bucket" for the washer and a triangle for the bleach instructions and now we're moving on the square with an inside circle which symbolizes tumble dry.
They're straightforward and simple
Open circle = Any Heat Setting
1 dot = low heat
2 dots = medium heat
3 dots - high heat
Solid/filled dot = NO HEAT
Of course today's dryers have more than temperature settings,
so more information is often needed.
so more information is often needed.
Normal cycle = no additional lines below
Permanent Press - 1 additional line
Delicate/Gentle - 2 additional lines
And if there is an X through the "tumble dryer" symbol,
the manufacturer recommends that you
the manufacturer recommends that you
do not dry the garment in a dryer at any temperature or cycle speed.
