The detergent dispenser may be in two
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different types according to the model of
your machine as seen above.
Detergent, softener and other
cleaning agents
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Add detergent and softener before starting
the washing programme.
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Never open the detergent drawer while the
washing programme is running!
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When using a programme without prewash,
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do not put any detergent into the prewash
compartment (compartment nr. I).
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In a programme with prewash, do not
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put liquid detergent into the prewash
compartment (compartment nr. I).
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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.
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If you are using liquid detergent, do not
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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.
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Use different detergents for coloured and
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white laundry.
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Wash your delicate clothes only with
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special detergents (liquid detergent, wool
shampoo, etc.) used solely for delicate
clothes.
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When washing dark coloured clothes
and quilts, it is recommended to use liquid
detergent.
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Wash woolens with special detergent made
specifically for woolens.
Use only detergents manufactured
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specifically for automatic washing machines.
Do not use soap powder.
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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.
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Do not use amounts exceeding the dosage
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quantities recommended on the detergent
package to avoid problems of excessive
foam, poor rinsing, financial savings and
finally, environmental protection.
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Use lesser detergent for small amounts or
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lightly soiled clothes.
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Use concentrated detergents in the
recommended dosage.
Using softeners
Pour the softener into the softener compartment
of the detergent drawer.
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Use the dosages recommended on the
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package.
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Do not exceed the (>max<) level marking in
the softener compartment.
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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:
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Make sure that you have placed the liquid
detergent cup in compartment nr. "II".
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Use the detergent manufacturer's measuring
cup and follow the instructions on the
package.
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Use the dosages recommended on the
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package.
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If the liquid detergent has lost its fluidity,
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dilute it with water before putting in the
detergent cup.
If the product does not contain a
liquid detergent cup:
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Do not use liquid detergent for the prewash
in a programme with prewash.
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Use the detergent manufacturer's measuring
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cup and follow the instructions on the
package.
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Liquid detergent stains your clothes when
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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