Operating a Washing Machine
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Question
Is it permissible to operate a washing machine on Friday evening?
Answer
Laundry not intended for Shabbat is prohibited after the time of Mincha Ketana, and ideally should be completed before midday. One who is lenient until Mincha Ketana has authorities on whom to rely.
Source
Shulchan Aruch (Orach Chaim, Siman 251, Paragraph 1) Mishnah Berurah (Section 3) [The permission in Paragraph 2 is only for Shabbat needs].
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