SETTINGS
ADJUSTING THE WATER SOFTENER
The programme marker must be in
1. Press and hold
position.
2. Release
when
•
The current setting is indicated by the number of flashes of the indicator
pause + 5 flashes... = level 5).
3. Press
to change the setting. Each pressing of the programme button increases the level number.
After reaching level 10, the count starts again from level 1.
4. Turn the knob to
THE WATER HARDNESS TABLE
The water softener removes minerals from the water
supply, which would have a negative effect on the
washing results and on the appliance.
The higher the content of these minerals, the harder
your water is. Water hardness is measured in
equivalent scales.
Water hardness
German degrees
(°dH)
47 - 50
43 - 46
37 - 42
5x
position.
and simultaneously turn the knob counterclockwise until the programme marker is in
and Delay start to flash.
to confirm the setting.
French degrees
(°fH)
84 - 90
76 - 83
65 - 75
The water softener should be adjusted according to
the hardness of the water in your area. Your local
water authority can advise you on the hardness of
the water in your area. It is important to set the right
level of the water softener to assure good washing
results.
Clarke de-
mmol/l
grees
8.4 - 9.0
58 - 63
7.6 - 8.3
53 - 57
6.5 - 7.5
46 - 52
6x
(e.g. 5 flashes +
Water softener level
10
9
8
7