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wash. Make sure to follow the instruc-
tions on the package.
• Wash jeans and delicates inside out.
• Keep laundry items made of Angora-
wool in the freezer compartment for a
few hours before washing – this reduc-
es number of fluff balls formed.
The right load capacity
• The maximum load capacity depends
on the type of laundry, the degree of
soling and the wash programme you
wish to use.
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Please follow to the information in the
"Programme table".
Washing results are adversely affected
by an overloaded drum.
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Always try to utilize the max. load.
The loading door
3
The loading door is locked when a
programme is running; in this case the
>Door< indicator light is OFF (see "In-
dicator lamps").
As soon as the >Door< indicator lamp
goes on, the door can be opened.
• Pull on the handle to open the loading
door.
• Place laundry items loosely in the
drum; Add detergent if necessary (in
an eco bag or dosing ball).
• Push the loading door firmly shut until
you hear it lock into place. Take care
no textiles are caught by the door.
Detergents and softeners
The detergent dispensing draw-
er
The detergent dispensing drawer compris-
es 3 compartments:
– left compartment (
II
) for main wash
– middle compartment for fabric soften-
er
– right compartment (
I
) for pre-wash
• Always add detergent and fabric sof-
tener before starting the wash pro-
gramme.
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Never open the detergent dispensing
drawer while the wash programme is
still running!
Dosing devices
In case of programme without pre-wash,
you can add washing detergent directly to
the drum with a detergent bag or a dosing
ball.
Liquid detergent
When using liquid or gel-like washing de-
tergents, please note the following:
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Liquid detergent may cause stains on
your laundry if a time delay has been
set.
•
Don't
use liquid detergent if you want
to wash using the time delay feature.
•
Don't
use liquid detergent for the
main wash in a cycle with pre-wash.
• Use the detergent manufacturer's dos-
ing cup and follow the instructions on
the package.
Choice of detergent
The type of detergent used depends on
the type of textile, colour, degree of soiling
and desired washing temperature.
