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Detergent and fabric conditioner
The type and the quantity of detergent you use both have
an impact on the results you achieve with your washing
machine. Using too much detergent is unnecessary and
increases overall impact on the environment quite needlessly.
Even biodegradable detergents contain substances which
can disturb the balance of the environment.
Use only good-quality detergents which are intended
for use in automatic washing machines.
In determining exactly how much to use, follow the deter-
gent manufacturer's recommendations, taking into account
the size of the wash load, the degree of soiling and the
hardness of your water supply. If you are unsure of exactly
how hard the water is in your area, the water company
should be able to tell you.
Detergent
Pour the detergent into the left-hand compartment of the
detergent dispenser before starting the programme.
Special types of detergent are available for coloureds,
delicates and wool.
Liquid detergent
A suitable liquid detergent can be used instead of powder
detergent for programmes with low or medium wash tem-
peratures. In these cases you should select a programme
without pre-wash. Pour the liquid detergent into the
detergent compartment immediately before you start the
programme.
Fabric conditioner
If you are using fabric conditioner, pour it into the right-
hand compartment of the detergent dispenser. Fabric
conditioner is particularly useful if the load will later be
dried in a tumble dryer, as it counteracts static electricity.
General washing information
Textile care labelling
These are the commonest symbols used on garments and textiles, plus brief explanations.
Normal wash
WASHING
Delicate wash
hand wash only do not wash in water
90° wash
BLEACHING
IRONING
DRY-CLEAN
DRYING
May be bleached in cold water
Do not bleach
Max. 200°C (“hot iron”)
Code for dry-cleaner (normal solvents)
A
Codes for dry-cleaner (special solvents)
P
F
Do not dry-clean
Max. 150°C (“medium iron”) Max. 100°C (“cool iron”)
Do not iron
Dry flat
Drip dry
Hang-dry
Do not tumble-dry
Can be tumble-dried
60° wash
40° wash
30° wash
normal temp.
low temp.
The letters inside the dry-cleaning symbol provide information for the dry-cleaner, so that the correct
solvents and cleaning procedures can be used.
