Lipstick:
moisten with acetone as above,
then treat stains with methylated spirits.
Treat any residual marks with bleach.
Red wine:
soak in water and detergent,
rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid, then
rinse. Treat any residual marks with bleach.
Ink:
depending on the type of ink, moisten
the fabric first with acetone
1)
, then with
acetic acid; treat any residual marks on white
fabrics with bleach and then rinse
thoroughly.
Tar stains:
first treat with stain remover,
methylated spirits or benzine, then rub with
detergent paste.
Detergents and additives
Good washing results also depend on the
choice of detergent and use of the correct
quantities to avoid waste and protect the
environment.
Although biodegradable, detergents contain
substances which, in large quantities, can
upset the delicate balance of nature.
The choice of detergent will depend on the
type of fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons,
etc.), the colour, washing temperature and
degree of soiling.
All commonly available washing machine
detergents may be used in this appliance:
• powder detergents for all types of fabric
• powder detergents for delicate fabrics
(60°C max) and woollens
• liquid detergents, preferably for low
temperature wash programmes (60°C
max) for all types of fabric, or special for
woollens only.
The detergent and any additives must be
placed in the appropriate compartments of
the dispenser drawer before starting the
wash programme.
If using liquid detergents, a programme
without
prewash must be selected.
Your appliance incorporates a recirculation
system which allows an optimal use of the
concentrated detergent.
Follow the product manufacturer’s
recommendations on quantities to use and
do
not exceed the «MAX» mark in
the detergent dispenser drawer
.
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.
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
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, or from your local authority. If the
water hardness degree is medium or high
we suggest you to add a water softener
following always the manufacturer’s
instructions. When the degree of hardness is
soft, readjust the quantity of the detergent.
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