– liquid detergents, preferably for low
temperature wash programmes
(60 °C max) for all types of fabric,
or special ones for woollens only.
• The choice and quantity of detergent
will depend on: type of fabric
(delicates, woollens, cottons, etc), the
colour of clothes, size of the load,
degree of soiling, wash temperature
and hardness of the water used.
• Follow the instructions that you find on
packaging of the detergents or other
treatments without exceeding the
indicated maximum level (
).
• Do not mix different types of
detergents.
• Use less detergent if:
– you are washing a small load,
– the laundry is lightly soiled,
– there is large amounts of foam
during washing.
• When using detergent tabs or pods,
always put them inside the drum, not in
the detergent dispenser.
Insufficient detergent may cause:
• unsatisfactory washing results,
• the wash load to turn grey,
• greasy clothes,
• mould in the appliance.
Excessive detergent may cause:
• sudsing,
• reduced washing effect,
• inadequate rinsing,
• a greater impact for the environment.
10.4
Ecological hints
To save water, energy and to help protect
the environment, we recommend that you
follow these tips:
•
Normally soiled laundry
may be
washed
without prewash
in order to
save detergent, water and time (the
environment is protected too!).
• Loading the appliance to the
maximum
capacity indicated for each
programmes helps to reduce energy
and water consumption
.
• With adequate pre-treatment, stains
and limited soiling can be removed; the
laundry can then be washed at a lower
temperature.
• To use the correct quantity of
detergent, refer to the quantity
suggested by the detergent producer
and check the water hardness of your
domestic system. Refer to "Water
hardness".
• Set the
maximum possible spin speed
for the selected washing programme
before drying your laundry in a tumble
dryer
. This will save energy during
drying!
10.5
Water hardness
If the water hardness in your area is high
or moderate, we recommend that you use
a water softener for washing machines. In
areas where the water hardness is soft it is
not necessary to use a water softener.
To know the water hardness in your area,
contact your local water authority.
Use the correct quantity of the water
softener. Obey the instructions that you
find on the packaging of the product.
11.
CARE AND CLEANING
WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.
11.1
Periodic cleaning schedule
Periodic cleaning helps to extend the life
of your appliance.
After each cycle, keep the door and the
detergent dispenser slightly ajar to get air
circulation and dry the humidity inside the
appliance: this will prevent mildew and
odours.
If the appliance is not used for a long time:
close the water tap and unplug the
appliance.
Indicative periodic cleaning schedule:
Descaling
Twice a year
Maintenance wash Once a month
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