Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric
Quantity of detergent to be used
first with acetone (*), then with acetic acid; treat any
residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and thenThe type and quantity of detergent will depend on
rinse thoroughly.the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and
hardness of the water used.
Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated
spirits or benzine, then rub with detergent paste.Water hardness is classified in so-called Odegrees� of
hardness. Information on hardness of the water in
(*) do not use acetone on artificial silk.your area can be obtained from the relevant water
supply company, or from your local authority.
Detergents and additivesFollow the product manufacturersO instructions on
Good washing results also depend on the choice ofquantities to use.
Use less detergent if:
detergent and use of the correct quantities to avoid
waste and protect the environment. Although� you are washing a small load,
biodegradable, detergents contain substances� the laundry is lightly soiled,
which, in large quantities, can upset the delicate� large amounts of foam form during washing.
balance of nature.
The choice of detergent will depend on the type of
fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc.), the colour,Degrees of water hardness
washing temperature and degree of soiling.
All commonly available washing machine detergentsDegrees
may be used in this appliance:
LevelCharacteristic
� powder detergents for all types of fabric,GermanFrench
� powder detergents for delicate fabrics (60!C max)!dH!T.H.
and woollens,
� liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature1soft0- 70-15
wash programmes (60!C max) for all types of
8-1416-25
fabric, or special for woollens only.2medium
The detergent and any additives must be placed in15-2126-37
3hard
the appropriate compartments of the dispensermore thanmore than
drawer before starting the wash programme.4very hard
If using concentrated powder or liquid detergents, a2137
programme withoutprewash must be selected.
The washing machine incorporates a recirculation
system which allows an optimal use of the
concentrated detergent.
Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer
compartment marked just beforestarting the
programme.
Any fabric softener or starching additives must be
poured into the compartment marked before
starting the wash programme.
The bleaching agent (chlorine) can be used only for
white or fast coloured cotton and linen items.
Pour it into the compartment marked .
Follow the product manufacturerOs recommendations
on quantities to use and do not exceed the �MAXE
mark in the detergent dispenser drawer.
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