Using Detergents; Washing Power; Washing Liquid - essentiel b ELF1014-2b Notice D'utilisation

Using detergents
• Only use detergents intended for machine washing.
• The type of detergent to use depends on the fabric type and colour.
• The amount of detergent depends on the quantity of laundry, the amount of dirt and
the water hardness.
• Do not exceed the quantities recommended on the packaging in order to avoid
problems linked to excessive foam, poor rinsing, and to save money and protect the
environment.
• Use small amounts of detergent in suitable doses for small quantities of laundry or for
laundry that is only slightly dirty.

Washing power

If you use washing powder, place the separator in the upper
position (see figure opposite).
• Washing powder is particularly suited to ensuring perfect whites, even at low
temperatures.
• However, washing powder is more aggressive than liquid detergent and may cause
a risk of abrasions, and laundry to dry and harden. Use a softener in addition to the
washing powder.
• Washing powder may also increase allergic reactions in particularly sensitive people.
CAUTION: washing powder can lead to deposits in the detergent drawer and drum and
clog the pipes. Be sure to clean your appliance regularly (See "Maintenance and
cleaning" chapter).

Washing liquid

If you use washing liquid, insert the separator provided into
the lower position (see figure opposite).
• Washing liquid better preserves the quality of fabric fibres and eliminates stains more
effectively. The laundry is softer and thus requires less softener than washing powder.
• It does not leave residues inside the detergent compartment and drum, thus limiting
problems with the pipes clogging.
• It is particularly suited to coloured fabrics. The colours are better protected and
preserved.
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