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ADDING DETERGENT
CHOOSING THE RIGHT
DETERGENT
The type of detergent depends on
x the type of fabric (cottons, synthetics, delicate
items, wool)
x colour
x wash temperature
x degree and type of soiling
You can use any make of detergent
recommended for domestic washing machines.
DETERGENT DOSAGES
Follow the dosages on the detergent package
in accordance with:
x degree and type of soiling
x size of wash
- full load: according to manufacturers’
instructions
- part load: 3/4 of the normal amount.
- minimum load (about 1 kg): 1/2 the
amount used for full load
x water hardness in your area (request
information from the water company).
Soft water requires less detergent than hard
water.
WATER HARDNESS TABLE
WATER HARDNESS CLASSIFICATION GERMAN DEGREES FRENCH DEGREES
CLASS
o
dH mmol
o
fH
1 soft 0-7 0-1,3 0-15
2 medium 7-14 1,3-2,5 15-25
3 hard 14-21 2,5-3,8 25-37
4 very hard more than 21 more t han 3,8 more than 37
USING THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF
DETERGENT
x A spotlessly clean wash is not possible if you
use too little detergent. Too little detergent
will also lead to increased scale deposits
which can damage the heating element and
the drum exterior.
x To prevent rinsing problems when using
concentrated washing powder, use the
special dispenser supplied with the detergent
and place it inside the drum.
x Whitish residues from washing powder are
caused by insoluble water softeners used in
modern phosphate-free detergents.
- If you notice this problem, shake or brush
the affected items or use a liquid detergent.
x Add bleach in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions. Overdose of
bleach will damage the wash.
x Keep detergents and additives in a dry place
out of reach of children.
x Use only detergents and additives specifically
produced for domestic washing machines.
x If you use water softeners, descaling agents,
or whiteners, make sure that they are
suitable for washing machine use.
x Do not use solvents (trilene, benzine, etc.).
x Do not use the appliance to wash solvent-
treated fabrics.
x When using concentrated fabric softeners
dilute by adding water in the detergent
drawer up to the max. level mark.
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