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-====== Laundry Rooms ======+====== 🧺 Laundry Rooms ======
  
-=== Overview === +There are two laundry rooms (**A-side & B-side**). Both work the same way and have 5 washing machines and 5 dryers.
-There are **two laundry rooms** in the dorm: +
-  * One on the **A-side**   +
-  * One on the **B-side**+
  
-Each laundry room has **five washing machines** and **five dryers**.   +  * **Washing:** 2 € (~1.5 hours) 
-Usage is **paid per cycle**: +  * **Drying:** 1 € (~1.5–2 hours) 
-  * **Washing:** 2 €   +  * **Use coins!** Banknotes may cause problems with change.
-  * **Drying:** 1 €  +
  
-Payment can be made with **coins or banknotes**, though **coins are recommended**.   +===== 🧼 How to Wash =====
-If you pay with bills, the system will attempt to return change — but this doesn’t always work reliably.   +
-To avoid problems, it’s best to **use coins** whenever possible.+
  
-----+  - **⚠️ Check the machine first!** Make sure the rubber door seal is properly in place and not loose or damaged. Otherwise, the laundry room could flood! **Do NOT use a damaged machine!** flag them in the app! 
 +  - **Check the payment terminal:** blinking = machine unlocked, unusable. 
 +  - Put your laundry in the machine and add detergent (see below). 
 +  - Choose a washing program. 
 +  - **Press START → Wait for "ERROR".** 
 +  - Insert **2 €** and select your machine number at the payment terminal. 
 +  - Wait for **0.00 €** (or until the machine unlocks). 
 +  - **Press START again** to begin washing. 
 +  - **📱 Update the Laundry App!** Enter the expected washing time (~1.5 hours) so everyone knows when the machine will be available again: [[https://wash.unitydorm.de/7b4761f3-5f32-4088-8feb-fa6fd8a590a1/|🅰️ A-side]] / [[https://wash.unitydorm.de/fe8dd8a6-1af8-4cbc-8a82-6be0e571781e/|🅱️ B-side]]
  
-=== Machine availability === +**⚠️ IMPORTANT:** Always trigger "ERROR" BEFORE paying, otherwise you might lose your money! Ignore the outdated instructions on the machines. 
-When selecting a machine: +===== 🧴 How Much Detergent? =====
-  * If a washing machine is **blinking**, even though it’s empty, it means it’s **not available** due to a previous error.   +
-  * Choose another machine that **is not blinking**.  +
  
-Sometimes, after incorrect use, a machine will stay “locked” for a while before becoming usable again.+  * **Washing powder:** About **4 small shot glasses (2 cl each = 80 ml)** for a normal load. 
 +  * **Liquid detergent:** Check the bottle for the correct amount (usually different from powder). 
 +  * **Where?** Put detergent ONLY in compartment **II**. 
 +  * **Too complicated?** Use **1 laundry pod** (check packaging). Put it directly into the empty drum before adding clothes. 
 +  * **⚠️ NEVER fill the detergent drawer completely!** Too much detergent can damage the machines. 
 +  * **Changed your mind?** Remove any unused detergent!
  
-----+**⚠️ Dosage varies by product, load size and water hardness. Always check the packaging!**
  
-=== Recommended washing times === +**❌ WRONG – Too much detergent:**
-Laundry rooms can get quite busy, especially on weekends.   +
-**Avoid washing on Saturday or Sunday evenings**, as almost all machines will be in use.+
  
-🕓 **Best times to wash:** +{{:info:img_20261112_131748.jpg?nolink&400|Example of too much detergent}}
-  * Tuesday or Wednesday – usually quiet   +
-  * Thursday or Friday – moderate usage   +
-  * Monday – still okay   +
-  * Weekend – early morning or after midnight if necessary+
  
-A **wash cycle takes about 1.5 hours**,   +**📺 First time washing clothes?** [[https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=how+to+use+a+washing+machine+for+beginners|Watch a beginner tutorial on YouTube]].
-a **dryer cycle around 1 hour 30–45 minutes** (often a bit longer than shown).+
  
-----+**⚠️ Our washing machines use a special payment system!** Videos only explain the basics. **Always follow the instructions above for starting and paying!**
  
-=== Washer & Dryer Operation ===+===== 🌬️ How to Dry =====
  
-🚨 **Important Notice to Avoid a Bug**   +  - Put your laundry in the dryer and **clean the lint filter**. 
-Before paying, follow these steps carefully to prevent the payment system from locking or “eating” money.+  - **Press START → Wait for "ERROR".** 
 +  - Insert **1 €** and select your dryer number at the payment terminal. 
 +  - Wait for **0.00 €**. 
 +  - Choose a program, close the door and **press START again**.
  
-**Always trigger the “ERROR” message first before inserting coins!**+**⚠️ NEVER open the dryer while it's running!** This ends your session, and you'll have to pay again.
  
-----+===== 🧹 Please Keep Things Clean =====
  
-==== Washing Machine Instructions ====+  * **Don't block machines:** Set a timer and remove your laundry as soon as it's finished. 
 +  * **Dryers:** Clean the lint filter before and after use. 
 +  * **Trash:** Take your empty bottles, packaging and other large waste with you. 
 +  * **Broken machine?** Don't force it. Try another one.
  
-1. **Press the Start button** on the washing machine.   +===== 📱 Laundry App =====
-   → Wait until the **“ERROR”** message appears.   +
-2. **Insert coins (2 €)** and select the washing machine number on the control unit.   +
-3. Wait until the amount shows **0.00 €** or the machine unlocks.   +
-4. **Press Start again** to begin the wash cycle.   +
-5. Load your laundry (don’t overfill) and add detergent to the drawer.   +
-6. Choose your preferred wash program.  +
  
-💡 **Tip:** Ignore the printed instructions on-site — they are outdated and can cause the payment bug.+Check machine availability and help others by keeping the status updated:
  
-----+  * [[https://wash.unitydorm.de/7b4761f3-5f32-4088-8feb-fa6fd8a590a1/|🅰️ A-side]] 
 +  * [[https://wash.unitydorm.de/fe8dd8a6-1af8-4cbc-8a82-6be0e571781e/|🅱️ B-side]]
  
-==== Dryer Instructions ====+More information: [[https://home.unitydorm.de/|UnityDorm Home]]
  
-1. **Press the Start button** on the dryer.   +===== ℹ️ Good to Know =====
-   → Wait until the **“ERROR”** message appears.   +
-2. **Insert coins (1 €)** and select the dryer number on the control unit.   +
-3. Wait until the display resets to **0.00 €**, then **press Start again**.   +
-4. Clean the **lint filter** (before and after drying).   +
-   → You’ll find it in the door frame and behind the door.   +
-5. Choose the desired drying program.   +
-6. Close the door firmly and let it run.  +
  
-⚠️ **Never open the dryer door while it’s running!**   +  * **Best washing times:** Weekdays. Weekend evenings are usually busy. 
-This will cancel the session and you’ll have to pay again. +  * **Blinking machine:** Temporarily unavailable. Choose another. 
- +  * **"1 minute remaining":** Can sometimes take another 10–15 minutes. 
----- +  * **Maintenance (as of 12 November 2026):** Maintenance is currently limited. Please treat the machines carefully to avoid unnecessary damage and costs for everyone. 
- +  * **Repair service:** 089 – 89146920
-=== Cleaning & Waste === +
-Please help keep the laundry rooms clean: +
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-  * **Always empty lint filters** before and after use.   +
-  * **Do not** leave washing detergent bottles, packaging, or large trash items in the laundry room.   +
-    → Use the **small bin only for lint and small waste**.   +
-  * **Take everything** (detergent containers, softeners, bags, etc.) back to your room after washing.   +
-  * **Wipe up spills** and **remove forgotten laundry** if possible. +
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-=== Typical issues === +
-  * The display may show **“1 minute remaining”** for up to **10–15 minutes** — this is normal.   +
-  * If your money was accepted but the machine didn’t start, the **error sequence** was likely skipped.   +
-  * Machines that blink or don’t respond are **temporarily blocked**.   +
-  * If a serious malfunction occurs, **contact the repair service: 089 – 89146920**. +
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-=== Safety & Liability === +
-  * Use of the laundry rooms is **at your own risk**.   +
-  * The dorm is **not liable for lost or damaged items**.   +
-  * Please treat the machines with care and **leave the room clean** for others. +
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-**Summary:**   +
-> - Two laundry rooms (A-side & B-side), each with 5 washers + 5 dryers   +
-> - Wash = 2 €, Dry = 1 € — coins recommended   +
-> - Always trigger the **ERROR** before payment   +
-> - Clean lint filters before & after drying   +
-> - Keep area tidy, no large waste in bins   +
-> - Best wash times: midweek, mornings or late nights   +
-> - Contact service for malfunctions: **089 – 89146920**+
  
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