5.6 Using detergent and softener
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When using detergent, softener, starch, fabric dye, bleach and descaling agents; read the manufacturer's instructions written
on the package and follow the dosages specified. Use measuring cup if available.
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Detergent, softener and other cleaning agents
• Add detergent and softener before starting the washing programme.
• While the washing cycle is in progress, do not leave the detergent drawer open!
• When using a programme without prewash, do not put any detergent into the prewash compartment
(compartment no. "1").
• In a programme with prewash, do not put liquid detergent into the prewash compartment (compartment no. "1").
• Do not select a programme with prewash if you are using a detergent bag or dispensing ball. Place the
detergent bag or the dispensing ball directly among the laundry in the product.
• If you are using liquid detergent, do not forget to place the liquid detergent container into the main wash
compartment (compartment no. "2").
Choosing the detergent type
Detergent type to be used depends on the washing programme, fabric type and colour.
• Use different detergents for coloured and white laundry.
• Wash your delicate clothes only with special detergents (liquid detergent, wool shampoo, etc.) intended
solely for delicate clothes and at suggested programmes.
• When washing dark coloured clothes and quilts, it is recommended to use liquid detergent.
• Wash woollens at suggested programme with special detergent made specifically for woollens
• Please review the programme descriptions part for suggested programme for different textiles.
• All recommendations about detergents are valid for selectable temperature range of programmes.
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Adjusting detergent amount
The amount of washing detergent to be used depends on the amount of laundry, the degree of soiling and
water hardness.
• Do not use amounts exceeding the dosage quantities recommended on the detergent package to avoid
problems of excessive foam, poor rinsing, financial savings and finally, environmental protection.
• Use less detergent for small loads, lightly soiled clothes and short duration programmes, especially in soft
water areas.
Using softeners
Pour the softener into the softener compartment of the detergent drawer.
• Do not exceed the (>max<) level sign on the softener compartment.
• If the softener has lost its fluidity, dilute it with water before adding it in the detergent compartment.
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Using liquid detergents
If the product contains a liquid detergent cup:
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Put the liquid detergent container into the compartment no "2".
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If the liquid detergent lost its fluidity, dilute it with water before putting it into the detergent container.
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The detergent drawer is composed of three compartments:
– (1) for prewash
– (2) for main wash
– (3) for softener
– ( ) in addition, there is a siphon piece in the softener compartment.
Use only detergents manufactured specifically for washing machines.
Do not use soap powder.
Do not use liquid detergents or other cleaning products other than fabric softeners produced for washing
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