And in which form?
Not only are there different types of detergent, but they are also available in different forms. Whether you choose a powder or liquid in traditional or compact form is down to personal choice.
Traditional Powders
Pour the powder directly into the dispenser drawer. Do not sprinkle powder onto clothes in the machine drum.
Traditional Liquids
Liquid can be placed in the main wash compartment of
the detergent drawer marked with the symbol 
, start the machine immediately upon placing the detergent in the dispenser drawer.
Alternatively the detergent is measured into the specially designed dosing device* which should be placed on top of the laundry, and at the back of the machine drum.
Compact Powders and Liquids
Compact detergents (or concentrates as they are also known) are available in liquid or powder form, and generally require a smaller dosage. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure the most economical usage. Pour the detergent directly into the dispenser drawer, or alternatively measure the detergent into the specially designed dosing device* which should be placed on top of the laundry, and at the back of the machine drum.
*If you use a dosing device in a washer dryer, please ensure the dosing device/ball is removed before carrying out a drying programme.
Fabric Conditioners
These are ideal for improving “softness”, and also reduce static cling on synthetics and make ironing easier. They are available in two types:
For example Lenor liquid fabric softener, for use in the washing machine/washer dryer. The liquid fabric softener should be poured into the compartment marked with the symbol
.
Follow the manufacturer’s dosage instructions and never exceed the MAX level.
Bounce conditioning sheets for use in a tumble dryer. We recommend the conditioning sheets are pinned (using a safety pin) to an article of laundry and placed in the tumble dryer.
How much detergent and fabric softener?
The amount to be used depends on:
the load:
if the detergent manufacturer does not make any specification for small loads, use a third less for half loads, and for very small loads only use half of the amount of washing powder recommended for a full load.
the degree of soiling of the washing:
for only lightly soiled washing use less washing powder. Follow the instructions of the detergent manufacturer.
the water hardness:
the harder the water, the higher the dosage!
Using a water softening agent
In hard water areas, the use of a water softening agent can reduce the amount of detergent necessary. See manufacturers recommendations.
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