Detergent
The correct detergent
All modern detergents produced for automatic washing machines are suitable. Use dispensing aids, e.g. balls, if these are supplied with the detergent. Tablets are suitable for full loads but note that it may be impractical to reduce tablets for smaller loads. Some tablets do not dissolve as rapidly as others and may not be suitable for programmes with short durations.
Do not use biological detergents on silk as the enzymes may damage the silk! Instructions for use and recommended amounts for a full load are given on the detergent packaging.
Liquid detergent should be dispensed using a ball provided by the manufacturer for programmes without a
For programmes with a
jof the detergent dispenser drawer. Add liquid detergent to this container for the main wash and to compartment i for the
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| detergent for | coloured fabrics* | delicates |
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Cottons | X | X |
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Minimum iron | X | X |
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Delicates |
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Automatic | X | X |
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Dark garments |
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Shirts | X | X |
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Denim |
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Express | X | X |
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Silks | Liquid detergent for | ||
Woollens | Liquid detergent for | ||
Separate rinse/ | Liquid starch, starch formulations, viscous liquid starch, starch | ||
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1) Only use liquid detergent
*Powder detergent, tablet detergent, liquid detergent and liquid tab detergent.
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