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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 substances which,
in large quantities, can upset the delicate balance of
nature.
The choice of detergent will depend on the type of
fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc.), the colour,
washing 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 (60°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,
– multi-part detergents for separate dispensing of
detergent, water softener and bleach.
The detergent and any additives must be placed in the
appropriate compartments of the dispenser drawer
before starting the wash programme.
If using concentrated powder or liquid detergents, a
programme without prewash must be selected.
Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer com-
partment marked
just before starting the pro-
gramme.
Any fabric softener or starching additives must be
poured into the compartment marked
before start-
ing the wash programme.
Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations
on quantities to use.
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.
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
supply company, or from your local authority.
Follow the product manufacturers’ instructions on
quantities to use.
Use less detergent if:
– you are washing a small load
– the laundry is lightly soiled
– large amounts of foam form during washing.
Hints on how to save energy and protect
the environment
By following these hints, you will obtain economical
washing without damaging the environment:
– whenever possible, wash the maximum load for
the selected programme,
– measure out detergent according to the water
hardness, degree of soiling and quantity of laundry
being washed,
– use the prewash only for very heavily soiled laun-
dry.
Drying
■
All laundry to be dried must be thoroughly spun.
The higher the spin speed, the lower the power
consumption and the shorter the drying time.
■
Scrupulously follow the instructions on each gar-
ment label, making sure that it is suitable for tum-
ble-drying.
■
Do not tumble dry the following:
– wool, silk, synthetic curtains;
– articles with a plasticised finish, nylon tights or
stockings, sleeping bags, quilts, articles made of
foam rubber or containing materials similar to
foam rubber, fabrics with metal inserts;
– fabrics which tend to fray.
Important: during the drying cycle, the water tap must
be left open and the drain hose must be correctly
positioned.
0,
0-15
16-25
26-37
more than 37
Level
1
2
3
4
soft
medium
hard
very hard
0
0-
0
7
0
8-14
15-21
more than 21
Characteristic
Degrees
German
°dH
French
°T.H.
Degrees of water hardness
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