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Correct load capacity

The maximum load capacity depends on

the type of laundry, the degree of soiling

and the washing programme desired.

The machine automatically adjusts the

amount of water according to the weight

of the loaded laundry.

Follow the information in the

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“Programme and consumption

table”. When overloaded, machine's

Take out all substances in the

washing performance will drop.

pockets such as coins, pens and

Moreover, noise and vibration

paper clips, and turn pockets inside

problems may occur.

out and brush. Such objects may

Laundry types and their average weights

damage the product or cause noise

in the following table are given as

problem.

examples.

Put small size clothes such as infant's

socks and nylon stockings in a

Laundry type Weight (g)

laundry bag or pillow case.

Bathrobe 1200

Place curtains in without compressing

Napkin 100

them. Remove curtain attachment

Duvet cover 700

items.

Bed Sheet 500

Fasten zippers, sew loose buttons

and mend rips and tears.

Pillowcase 200

Wash “machine washable” or “hand

Tablecloth 250

washable” labeled products only with

Towel 200

an appropriate programme.

Hand towel 100

Do not wash colours and whites

Evening gown 200

together. New, dark coloured cottons

Underclothing 100

release a lot of dye. Wash them

separately.

Men’s overalls 600

Tough stains must be treated properly

Men’s shirt 200

before washing. If unsure, check with

Men’s pajamas 500

a dry cleaner.

Blouses 100

Use only dyes/colour changers

and limescale removers suitable for

Loading the laundry

machine wash. Always follow the

Open the loading door.

instructions on the package.

Place laundry items loosely into the

Wash trousers and delicate laundry

machine.

turned inside out.

Push the loading door to close until

Keep laundry items made of Angora

you hear a locking sound. Ensure that

wool in the freezer for a few hours

no items are caught in the door.

before washing. This will reduce

The loading door is locked while a

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pilling.

programme is running. The door

Laundry that are subjected to

can only be opened a while after the

materials such as flour, lime dust,

programme comes to an end.

milk powder, etc. intensely must be

In case of misplacing the laundry,

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shaken off before placing into the

noise and vibration problems may

machine. Such dusts and powders

occur in the machine.

on the laundry may build up on the

inner parts of the machine in time and

can cause damage.

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Using detergent and softener

wool shampoo, etc.) used solely for

delicate clothes.

Detergent Drawer

When washing dark coloured clothes

The detergent drawer is composed of

and quilts, it is recommended to use

three compartments:

liquid detergent.

- (I) for prewash

Wash woolens with special detergent

- (II) for main wash

made specifically for woolens.

– (III) for softener

Use only detergents manufactured

– (*) in addition, there is siphon piece in

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specifically for washing machines.

the softener compartment.

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.

The detergent dispenser may be

Do not use amounts exceeding the

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in two different types according to

dosage quantities recommended

the model of your machine as seen

on the detergent package to avoid

above.

problems of excessive foam, poor

Detergent, softener and other

rinsing, financial savings and finally,

cleaning agents

environmental protection.

Add detergent and softener before

Use lesser detergent for small

starting the washing programme.

amounts or lightly soiled clothes.

Never open the detergent drawer

Use concentrated detergents in the

while the washing programme is

recommended dosage.

running!

Using softeners

When using a programme without

Pour the softener into the softener

prewash, do not put any detergent

compartment of the detergent drawer.

into the prewash compartment

Use the dosages recommended on

(compartment nr. I).

the package.

In a programme with prewash, do not

Do not exceed the (>max<) level

put liquid detergent into the prewash

marking in the softener compartment.

If the softener has lost its fluidity,

compartment (compartment nr. I).

dilute it with water before putting it in

Do not select a programme with

the detergent drawer.

prewash if you are using a detergent

Using liquid detergents

bag or dispensing ball. Place the

If the product contains a liquid

detergent bag or the dispensing ball

detergent cup:

directly among the laundry in the

machine.

Make sure that you have placed the

liquid detergent cup in compartment

If you are using liquid detergent,

nr. "II".

do not forget to place the liquid

detergent cup into the main wash

Use the detergent manufacturer's

compartment (compartment nr. II).

measuring cup and follow the

instructions on the package.

Choosing the detergent type

Use the dosages recommended on

The type of detergent to be used

the package.

depends on the type and colour of the

fabric.

If the liquid detergent has lost its

fluidity, dilute it with water before

Use different detergents for coloured

putting in the detergent cup.

and white laundry.

Wash your delicate clothes only with

special detergents (liquid detergent,

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