Detergents and laundry, Preparing the laundry

Detergents and laundry

Detergent dispenser drawer

Successful washing results also depend on the correct dose of detergent: adding too much detergent will not necessarily result in a more efficient wash, and may in fact cause build up on the inside of your appliance and contribute to environmental pollution.

Do not use hand washing detergents; they create too much foam.

It guarantees maximum care is taken of the garments and minimises the formation of creases.

Wool: wash cycle 8 can be used to wash all woollen garments in the machine, even those carrying the “hand

wash only” label. To achieve the best results, use a special detergent and do not exceed the maximum load of 1,5 kg.

Silk: use special wash cycle 9 to wash all silk garments. We recommend the use of special detergent

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Open the detergent dispenser drawer and pour in the detergent or washing additive, as follows.

which has been designed to wash delicate clothes. Curtains: we recommend you fold the curtains and place them in a pillow case or mesh bag. Use wash cycle 9.

Outwear (wash cycle 10): is studied for washing water- repellent fabrics and winter jackets (e.g. Gore-Tex, polyester, nylon); for best results, use a liquid detergent and dosage suitable for a half-load; pre-treat necks, cuffs and stains if necessary; do not use softeners or detergents containing softeners. Stuffed duvets cannot

Compartment 1: Pre-wash detergent (powder) Before pouring in the detergent, make sure that extra compartment 4 has been removed.

Compartment 2: Washing detergent (powder or liquid)

Liquid detergent should only be poured in immediately prior to the start of the wash cycle.

Compartment 3: Additives (fabric softeners, etc.)

The fabric softener should not overflow the grid. extra compartment 4: Bleach

Preparing the laundry

•Divide the laundry according to:

-the type of fabric/the symbol on the label

-the colours: separate coloured garments from whites.

•Empty all garment pockets and check the buttons.

•Do not exceed the listed values, which refer to the weight of the laundry when dry:

Durable fabrics: max. 7 kg

Synthetic fabrics: max. 3 kg

Delicate fabrics: max. 2 kg

Wool: max. 1,5 kg

Silk: max. 1 kg

How much does your laundry weigh?

1sheet 400-500 g

1pillow case 150-200 g

1tablecloth 400-500 g

1bathrobe 900-1,200 g

1towel 150-250 g

Special wash cycles

Jeans: turn the garments inside out before washing and use liquid detergent. Use wash cycle 6. Shirts: use special wash cycle 7 to wash shirts in various fabrics and colours.

be washed with this programme.

Load balancing system

Before every spin cycle, to avoid excessive vibrations before every spin and to distribute the load in a uniform manner, the drum rotates continuously at a speed which is slightly greater than the washing rotation speed. If, after several attempts, the load is not balanced correctly, the machine spins at a reduced spin speed. If the load is excessively unbalanced, the washer-dryer performs the distribution process instead of spinning. To encourage improved load distribution and balance, we recommend small and large garments are mixed in the load.