Detergent
All modern detergents produced for
automatic washing machines are
suitable, including liquid, compact
(concentrated), tablets and special
application detergents.
Woollens and knitwear containing wool
mixtures and hand-washable garments
should be washed using a detergent
specifically designed for washing
woollens.
Instructions for use and recommended
amounts for a full load are given on the
detergent packaging.
The right amount to dispense will
depend on the following:
– The soiling level of the laundry.
Lightly soiled
No visible dirt or stains. Possibly
slight body odour.
Normally soiled
Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight
stains.
Heavily soiled
Stains and soiling clearly visible.
–The quantity of laundry
–The water hardness level in the area
If you do not know the hardness level
contact your local water authority
who will be able to advise you.
Water hardness
Hardness
range
Water
hardness
level
mmol/l German
scale
°d
I soft 0 - 1.3 0 - 7
II medium 1.3 - 2.5 7 - 14
III hard to
very hard
above 2.5 above 14
Water softener
A water softener can be used to cut
down on the use of detergents in water
hardness ranges II - III. Dispense
according to the amount specified on
the packaging. First add detergent and
then the water softener.
Use a quantity of detergent as for soft
water.
Washing with several
components
If you wash using several components
(e.g. special application detergents),
we recommend always dispensing the
agents into compartment jin the
following order:
1. Detergent
2. Water softener
3. Stain remover
This way the agents are distributed
more evenly.
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