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Quantity of detergent to be used
The type and quantity of detergent will depend
on the type of fabric, load size, degree of
soiling and hardness of the water used.
Water hardness is classified in so-called
«degrees» of hardness. Information on
hardness of the water in your area can be
obtained from the relevant water supply
company.
Follow the product manufacturers’ instructions
on quantities to use.
Use less detergent if:
●
you are washing a small load,
●
the laundry is lightly soiled,
●
large amounts of foam form during washing.
Degrees of water hardness
Level
Degrees
German
°dH
French
°T.H.
Characteristic
1
0-7
0-15
soft
2
8-14
16-25
medium
3
15-21
26-37
hard
4
> 21
> 37
very hard
Before the first use
WARNING!
Ensure that the electrical and water
connections comply with the installation
instructions.
IMPORTANT!
Remove the polystyrene block and any
material from the drum.
IMPORTANT!
Pour 2 litres of water into the main wash
compartment
of the detergent drawer in
order to activate the ECO valve. Then run a
cotton cycle at 95°C, without any laundry in the
machine, to remove any manufacturing residue
from the drum and tub. Pour 1/2 a measure of
detergent into the dispenser drawer and start
the machine.
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