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Note: some forms of detergents are difficult to dispense from the drawer e.g. concentrated powders. For these, we suggest you use the recommended dispenser which is placed inside the drum.
This ensures that the liquid detergent is dispersed in the drum only when needed.
–the third, labelled “
” is for special additives, fabric softeners, fragrances, starch, brighteners etc.
The machine is programmed to automatically take up additives during the final rinse stage for all wash cycles.
Note: only put special additives, fabric softeners, fragrances, starch, brighteners, etc, in the third compartment.
Detergents, washing aids and amounts to use
Choice of detergent
General purpose detergents
–Powder detergents, for a thorough wash, with bleaching agents, are particularly suitable for use in hot wash programmes (60°C and over), for heavily soiled and stained laundry.
–Liquid detergents, are particularly suitable for grease stains, such as greasy skin marks, cosmetics and oil.
These detergents are not suitable for washing stained laundry, as they do not contain bleach.
–Biological detergents, not all the products available give a really thorough wash.
Additional laundry aids
–Water softener, means less detergent can be used where water hardness is classed as hard to very hard.
–Prewash substances, for the programmed treatment of stains prior to the main wash.
Using them means the subsequent wash can be at a low temperature or with
–Fabric softener, prevents static
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