It’s important for a good wash
Useful tips about the detergent dispenser
The first secret is the easiest: the detergent dispenser is opened by rotating it outwards.
In compartment 1:
Detergent for
You must follow the dosage recommendations provided by the manufacturers when adding detergent or fabric conditioner. Doses will vary according to the wash load, the water hardness and how soiled the washing is.
Experience will help you select the right dosage almost automatically: it will become your secret.
Ensure no overfilling when adding fabric conditioner in compartment 3.
The washing machine automa- tically adds the softener to the wash in each programme.
Liquid detergent is poured into compartment 2 just a few seconds before starting the wash cycle.
Remember that liquid detergent is only designed for wash cycles of up to 60 degrees on non
Special containers are sold with liquid or powder detergents for placing inside the washing machine drum, these are positioned according to the instructions found in the detergent box
Never use hand wash detergent, because it may form too much foam, which could damage the washing machine. Detergents that are specifically formulated for both hand and machine wash are an exception.
One last secret: when washing with cold water, always reduce the amount of detergent you use: it dissolves less easily in cold water than in hot water, so part of it would be wasted.
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In compartment 2: Detergent for washing (powder or liquid)
In compartment 3:
Additives (softeners, perfumes, etc.)
The detergent dispenser can be removed and cleaned: pull it outwards, as indicated in the figure. Then leave it under running water for a few minutes.
Cutting costs efficiently
A guide to environmentally friendly and economic use of your appliance.
MAXIMISE THE LOAD SIZE
Achieve the best use of energy, water, detergent and time by using the recommended maximum load size.
SAVE up to 50% energy by washing a full load instead of 2 half loads.
DO YOU NEED TO PRE-WASH? For heavily soiled laundry only!
SAVE detergent, time, water and between 5 to 15% energy consumption by NOT selecting Prewash for slight to normally soiled laundry.
IS A HOT WASH REQUIRED?
Pretreat stains with stain remover or soak dried in stains in water before washing to reduce the necessity of a hot wash programme.
SAVE up to 50% energy by using a 60°C wash programme.
BEFORE USING A DRYING PROGRAMME ...
SAVE energy and time by selecting the highest suitable spin speed to reduce the water content in laundry before using a drying programme.
7Instructions for installation and use