Detergent use
Any brand of powder, gel and tablet detergents that have been designed for household dishwashers, may be used.
Keep detergents in a cool and dry place and out of the reach of children.
Detergent must be added to the container before each use.
Detergent overdose may cause scratches on your dishes and there may be traces of detergent left in your machine.
Three types of detergent are available
•Phosphate and containing chlorine.
•Phosphate containing no chlorine
•Neither containing phosphate nor chlorine
New compact powders are generally
In hard water areas if a phosphate free detergent is used, white marks on the dishes and glasses may be observed. It may be prevented by increasing the amount of detergent.
Detergents without chlorine have less bleaching effect. Coloured stains may not be completely removed. This may be prevented by increasing the amount of detergent, using a programme with a higher wash temperature or using a detergent with chlorine.
Warning!
Two-in-one and three-in-one detergents
You will obtain the best results from your dishwasher if you use separate detergent, rinse aid and water- softening salt.
Detergent manufacturers also produce combined detergents known as
In general, you will obtain satisfactory results from combined detergents only under specific usage conditions. These detergents contain predetermined amounts of rinse aid and/or softening salt. This means that you cannot adjust the amount of
You should bear the following points in mind when using such detergents:
•Be sure to check the specifications of the product you are using and whether it is a combined product or not.
•Follow the instructions on the packet when using these products.
•The use of these products at the correct appliance settings will ensure economical use of salt and/ or rinse aid.
•If the detergent is in tablet form, never place these in the internal section or cutlery basket of the
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