Dosages
Only use detergents which are suitable for use in a washing machine.
You will obtain the best results from your wash with the minimum use of chemical products and the best care for your laundry if you take into consideration the degree of soiling as well as the type of detergent to choose.
The amount of detergent to use depends on:
-water hardness: depending on the hardness of the water and the type of detergent used, it is possible to reduce the amount of detergent.
-the degree of soiling: it is possible to reduce the amount of detergent used depending on the degree of soiling.
-amount of laundry: it is possible to reduce the amount of detergent when washing only a small amount of laundry.
Dosage for powder detergent
For normal and low concentration detergents: for normally soiled laundry choose a programme without prewash.
Put the detergent in compartment “II” of the drawer.
For heavily soiled laundry, choose a programme with prewash.
Put 1/4 of the detergent in compartment “I” , 3/4 in compartment “II” of the drawer.
When using water softeners, first put in the detergent, then add the softener to compartment “II” . For highly concentrated detergents not in single dose format, follow what is shown on pack exactly as regards type and amount of dosage.
To avoid the difficulty of checking if the detergent has been taken up, use the dosage aids provided in the detergent packaging.
Liquid detergent dosage
Liquid detergents may be used in accordance with the instructions on the relevant packaging, for all programmes without prewash, by using the special container which is placed in the drum or, for those models that have it, in the special insert for liquid detergents.
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Useful advice for users
Tips on using your domestic appliance in the most
Do a full load in your washing machine
To prevent any possible waste of energy, water or detergent we recommend that you put a full load in your washing machine, not exceed the recommended maximum load size.
Up to 50% energy saving can be made with one full load compared to two half load washes
When is prewashing really needed?
Only with particularly dirty loads!
Energy savings of 5 to 15% are made by not selecting the prewash option for normal soiled laundry.
Which wash temperature should you choose?
Using stain removers before machine washing reduces the need to wash at temperatures over 60°C.
Energy savings of up to 50% can be made by using a 60°C wash temperature rather than 90°C.
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