Detergent - Fisher & Paykel AquaSmart WL26CW1 Product Information

Type
Even though AquaSmart™ is a top-loading washer, it is a High Efficiency machine and requires a
low foaming High Efficiency (HE) detergent due to the low water volumes. These detergents
are available in both liquid and powder forms. For the best results we would recommend using
liquid HE detergent.
Dosage
Use the instructions on the detergent packet as a guide to the correct amount to use. The
correct amount of detergent will vary depending on the size of the load and how heavily soiled it
is. For example, work clothes and gym gear will require more detergent than towels. Detergent
dosage will also vary to suit individual conditions i.e. more detergent is needed in areas of hard
water.
Where?
Detergent is placed in the specially designed dispenser,
found on the front left of the machine.
1 Detergent is kept separate from the clothes until
it is dissolved, which happens as soon as possible,
so as not to damage fabric
2 The dispensing system, specially designed ribs
and the recirculating Eco Active Wash help
dissolve, disperse and dilute the detergent
3 Detergent is kept in solution as much as possible
and foaming is kept to a minimum, so detergent
action is maximised
How it works
When detergent is poured into the dispenser most will fall straight through into the sump (the
gap between inner and outer tub). For the first 1 inch (25mm) of fill, the basket is stationary
and water is flushed through the dispenser. This removes any leftover detergent, and helps to
dissolve detergent.
Once the 1 inch (25mm) water level has been reached the dispenser stops being flushed, and
the basket starts stirring. Water and detergent mix together in the sump to dissolve the
detergent. The specially designed ribs (or vanes) in the outer tub base create turbulence to
ensure the detergent dissolves before it is circulated onto the clothes.
When using the shorter cycles like Delicate we recommend you use liquid detergents or dissolve
the powdered ones in a cup of warm water first. This will help prevent detergent residue.

Detergent

Above. Adding detergent to the
detergent dispenser.