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Testing strip
(it’s not delivered with product)
The washing effectiveness of your machine depends on the softness of the tap water. For this
reason, your machine is equipped with a system that reduces the hardness in mains water
supply. The washing effectiveness will increase when the system is correctly set. To find out the
water hardness level of water in your area, contact your local water distribuitor or determine
water hardness level by using a test strip(if available).
Adjusting salt consumption
Table of Water Hardness Level Settings
Level
German dH
French
dF
British
dE
Indicator
1
0-5
0-9
0-6
Wash LED is on.
2
6-11
10-20
7-14
Rinse LED is on.
3
12-17
21-30
15-21
Dry LED is on.
4
18-22
31-40
22-28
End LED is on.
5
23-34
41-60
29-42
Wash and End LEDs are on
6
35-50
61-90
43-63
Rinse and End LEDs are on.
Adjust the water hardness setting of your machine according to the level specified on the test
strip.
NOTE:
The level is set to 3 as default. If the water is well water or has a hardness level
above 90 dF, we recommend that you use filter and refinement devices.
