User instructions
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ADDING THE DETERGENT
To open the detergent dispenser cap, lightly press
the button
P
. Add the detergent and close the cap
carefully.
During the washing cycle, the dispenser will be
opened automatically.
•
When a program with hot prewash is selected (see program table),
extra detergent must be placed in the cavity
G/H
(depending on
models).
•
Use
only
detergents specially formulated for dishwashers. For optimal
washing results it is important to use a good quality detergent.
•
The detergent packs must be sealed and stored in a dry place to
prevent the formation of lumps which may negatively affect washing
results. Once opened the detergent packs should not be kept for too
long, otherwise the detergent loses its effectiveness.
•
Do not use detergents formulated for washing dishes by hand,
because they produce a great deal of foam and may negatively affect
the operation of the dishwasher.
•
Add the correct amount of detergent. An insufficient amount of
detergent will result in a partial removal of dirt from the dishes,
whereas an excessive amount is wasteful and does not improve the
washing results.
•
The market offers liquid and powder detergents with differing chemical
compositions, which may contain
phosphates
, or be phosphate-free
but contain
natural enzymes
.
- Detergents containing
phosphates
are more effective against
grease and starch at
temperatures above 60°C
.
-
Enzyme
detergents, on the other hand, are also effective at lower
temperatures (
from 40 to 55°C
) and are more easily
biodegradable. With enzyme detergents it is possible to obtain at
low temperatures comparable results to those which can only be
achieved at
65°C
using traditional detergents.
For the safeguarding of the environment we recommend the use of
phosphate- and chlorine free
detergents.
