•
Synthetics : drum no more than half full;
•
Delicate fabrics and woollens : drum no more
than one third full.
Close the door gently
Warning! Make
sure that any fab-
rics were not trapped
when closing the door.
Detergents and additives
Good washing results also depend on the choice of
detergent and use of the correct quantities to avoid
waste and protect the environment.
Although biodegradable, detergents contain substan-
ces which, in large quantities, can upset the delicate
balance of nature.
The choice of detergent will depend on the type of fab-
ric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc.), the colour, wash-
ing temperature and degree of soiling.
All commonly available washing machine detergents
may be used in this appliance:
• powder detergents for all types of fabric,
• powder detergents for delicate fabrics (40°C max)
and woollens,
• liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature
wash programmes (60°C max) for all types of fab-
ric, or special for woollens only.
Quantity of detergent to be used
The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the
type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and hard-
ness of the water used.
For the quantity of detergent, refer always to what is
written on the product packing.
Use less detergent if:
• you are washing a small load,
• the laundry is lightly soiled,
• large amounts of foam form during washing.
Degrees of water hardness
Water hardness is classified in so-called “degrees” of
hardness. Information on hardness of the water in
your area can be obtained from the relevant water sup-
ply company, or from your local authority.
If the water hardness degree is medium or high we
suggest you to add a water softener following always
the manufacturer’s instructions.
When the degree of hardness is soft, readjust the
quantity of the detergent.
Open the detergent dispenser drawer
Compartment for
powder or liquid deter-
gent used for main
wash.
Compartment
for liquid additives (fab-
ric softener, starch).
Warning! If you wish to carry out the prewash,
pour the detergent among washing items into
the drum.
Warning! Depending on the type detergent
you use (powder of liquid), ensure that the flap,
placed in the main wash compartment, is in the
desired position.
Flap for powder or liquid detergent
UP- Flap position if us-
ing POWDER detergent
DOWN - Flap position
if using LIQUID deter-
gent during main wash
PUSH
R
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TO
C
LEA
N
PUSH
R
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TO CL
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If the flap is not in the desired position :
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