All modern detergents produced for
automatic washing machines are
suitable, including liquid, compact
(concentrated), tablets and special
application detergents. Use dispensing
aids, e.g. balls, if these are supplied
with the detergent. Tablets are suitable
for full loads but note that it may be
impractical to reduce tablets by
proportion to suit smaller loads. Some
tablets do not dissolve as rapidly as
others and may not be suitable for
programmes with short durations.
Woollens and knitwear containing wool
mixtures and hand-washable garments
should be washed using a detergent
specifically designed for washing
woollens.
Instructions for use and recommended
amounts for a full load are given on the
detergent packaging.
Liquid detergent should be dispensed
using a ball provided by the
manufacturer for programmes without a
pre-wash.
The right amount to dispense will
depend on the following:
– The soiling level of the laundry
Lightly soiled No visible dirt or stains.
Possibly slight body odour.
Normally soiled Visibly dirty and/or
just a few slight stains.
Heavily soiled Stains and soiling
clearly visible.
– The water hardness level. Check with
your local water supplier if you do not
know the hardness level in your area.
– The quantity of the laundry (add the
recommended amount of detergent).
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