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Testing strip (is not included in the product package)
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 the test strip(not included in the package)
Table of Water Hardness Level Settings
Adjusting salt consumption
Water hardness
level
German hardness
level dH
French hardness
level dF
British hardness
level dE
Hardness Level Indicator
1
0-5
0-9
0-6
L1 is seen on display.
2
6-11
10-20
7-14
L2 is seen on display.
3
12-17
21-30
15-21
L3 is seen on display.
4
18-22
31-40
22-28
L4 is seen on display.
5
23-31
41-55
29-39
L5 is seen on display.
6
32-50
56-90
40-63
L6 is seen on display.
