Use
Detergent
Only use the correct amount of high efficiency low sudsing detergent. Too much detergent will cause oversudsing.
Dosage
Follow the instructions on the detergent packaging to ensure the correct usage and dosage amount for your water hardness.
Adjust the amount of detergent if the load is smaller and more or less soiled than normal.
Water hardness
Water | Water | Hardness | German |
hardness | quality | level in | hardness |
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I | soft | 0 - 1.3 | 0 - 7 |
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II | moderate | 1.3 - 2.5 | 7 - 14 |
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III | hard | 2.5 - 3.8 | 14 - 21 |
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IV | very hard | over 3.8 | over 21 |
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If you do not know the water hardness in your area contact your local water authority.
Fabric softener
^Pour liquid fabric softener into the compartment according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not exceed the maximum fill level, the excess will prematurely activate the siphon and be wasted.
^Close the compartment lid and push in the dispenser drawer.
The fabric softener will automatically be dispensed during the final rinse cycle.
A small amount of water will remain in the compartment at the end of the program.
Never mix fabric softener and starch in the fabric softener compartment §. This will clog the dispenser.
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