do not put any detergent into the prewash compartment (compartment nr. I).
•In a programme with prewash, do not put liquid detergent into the prewash compartment (compartment nr. I).
•Do not select a programme with prewash if you are using a detergent bag or dispensing ball. Place the detergent bag or the dispensing ball directly among the laundry in the machine.
•If you are using liquid detergent, do not forget to place the liquid detergent cup into the main wash compartment (compartment nr. II).
Choosing the detergent type
The type of detergent to be used depends on the type and colour of the fabric.
•Use different detergents for coloured and white laundry.
•Wash your delicate clothes only with special detergents (liquid detergent, wool shampoo, etc.) used solely for delicate clothes.
•When washing dark coloured clothes and quilts, it is recommended to use liquid detergent.
•Wash woolens with special detergent made specifically for woolens.
A Use only detergents manufactured specifically for washing machines.
A Do not use soap powder.
Adjusting detergent amount
The amount of washing detergent to be used depends on the amount of laundry, the degree of soiling and water hardness. Read the manufacturer's instructions on the detergent package carefully and follow the dosage values.
•Do not use amounts exceeding the dosage quantities recommended on the detergent package to avoid problems of excessive foam, poor rinsing, financial savings and finally, environmental protection.
•Use lesser detergent for small amounts or lightly soiled clothes.
•Use concentrated detergents in the recommended dosage.
Using softeners
Pour the softener into the softener compartment of the detergent drawer.
•Use the dosages recommended on the package.
•Do not exceed the (>max<) level marking in the softener compartment.
•If the softener has lost its fluidity, dilute it with water before putting it in the detergent drawer.
Using liquid detergents
If the product contains a liquid detergent cup:
•Make sure that you have placed the liquid detergent cup in compartment nr. "II".
•Use the detergent manufacturer's measuring cup and follow the instructions on the package.
•Use the dosages recommended on the package.
•If the liquid detergent has lost its fluidity, dilute it with water before putting in the detergent cup.
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If the product does not contain a liquid detergent cup:
•Do not use liquid detergent for the prewash in a programme with prewash.
•Use the detergent manufacturer's measuring cup and follow the instructions on the package.
•Liquid detergent stains your clothes when used with Delayed Start function. If you are going to use the Delayed Start function, do not use liquid detergent.
Using gel and tablet detergent
When using tablet, gel, etc. detergents, read the manufacturer's instructions on the detergent package carefully and follow the dosage values. If there is not any instruction on the package, apply the following.
•If the gel detergent thickness is fluidal and your machine does not contain a special liquid detergent cup, put the gel detergent into the main wash detergent compartment during first water intake. If your machine contains a liquid detergent cup, fill the detergent into this cup before starting the programme.
•If the gel detergent thickness is not fluidal or in the shape of capsule liquid tablet, put it directly into the drum before washing.
•Put tablet detergents into the main wash compartment (compartment nr. II) or directly into
the drum before washing.
C Tablet detergents may leave residues in the detergent compartment. If you encounter such a case, place the tablet detergent between the laundry, close to the lower part of the drum in future washings.
C Use the tablet or gel detergent without selecting the prewash function.
Using starch
•Add liquid starch, powder starch or the dyestuff into the softener compartment as instructed on the package.
•Do not use softener and starch together in a washing cycle.
•Wipe the inside of the machine with a damp and clean cloth after using starch.
Using bleaches
•Select a programme with prewash and add the bleaching agent at the beginning of the prewash. Do not put detergent in the prewash compartment. As an alternative application, select a programme with extra rinse and add the bleaching agent while the machine is taking water from the detergent compartment during first rinsing step.
•Do not use bleaching agent and detergent by mixing them.
•Use just a little amount (approx. 50 ml) of
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