Detergents And Laundry; Detergent Dispenser Drawer; Preparing The Laundry; Bleach Cycle - Indesit PWC 71272 W Instructions For Use Manual

Detergents and laundry

Detergent dispenser drawer

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Good washing results also depend on the correct dose of
detergent: adding too much detergent will not necessarily
result in a more efficient wash, and may in fact cause build
up on the inside of your appliance and contribute to envi-
ronmental pollution.
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Do not use hand washing detergents because these create
too much foam.
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Use powder detergent for white cotton garments, for pre-
washing, and for washing at temperatures over 60°C.
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Follow the instructions given on the detergent packaging.
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4
1
1
3 3
2
2
Compartment 1: Pre-wash detergent (powder)
Before pouring in the detergent, make sure that extra compart-
ment 4 has been removed.
Compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle
(powder or liquid)
Liquid detergent should only be poured in immediately prior
to the start of the wash cycle.
compartment 3: Additives (fabric softeners, etc.)
The fabric softener should not overflow the grid.
Extra compartment 4: Bleach

Bleach cycle

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Traditional bleach should be used on sturdy white fabrics, and
delicate bleach for coloured fabrics, synthetics and for wool.
This option is particularly useful for the removal of stubborn stains.
Place extra compartment 4 (supplied) into compartment 1.
When pouring in the bleach, be careful not to exceed the
"max" level marked on the central pivot (see figure). To
run the bleach cycle on its own, pour the bleach into extra
compartment 4, set the "Rinse"
the "Stain removal"
pour in the detergent and any fabric softener you wish to use,
set the desired wash cycle and enable the "Stain removal"
option. The use of extra compartment 4 excludes the
"Prewash".

Preparing the laundry

• Divide the laundry according to:
- the type of fabric/the symbol on the label
- the colours: separate coloured garments from whites.
• Empty all garment pockets and check the buttons.
• Do not exceed the values listed in the "Table of wash
cycles", which refer to the weight of the laundry when dry.
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Open the detergent dispenser
drawer and pour in the deter-
gent or washing additive, as
follows.
programme and activate
option. To bleach during a wash cycle,
How much does your laundry weigh?
1 sheet 400-500 g
1 pillow case 150-200 g
1 tablecloth 400-500 g
1 bathrobe 900-1200 g
1 towel 150-250 g

Garments requiring special care

Jeans: turn the garments inside out before washing and use
liquid detergent. Use wash cycle 7.
Shirts: use special wash cycle 8 to wash shirts in various
fabrics and colours. It guarantees maximum care is taken of
the garments and minimises the formation of creases.
Mix-Cool 30': this wash cycle was designed to wash lightly
soiled garments quickly: it lasts just 30 minutes and therefore
saves both energy and time. By selecting wash cycle 9, it is
possible to wash different fabrics (except for wool and silk
items) using a cold cycle, up to a maximum load of 3 kg.
Cotton Standard 20° (wash cycle 10) ideal for heavily soiled
cotton loads. The effective performance levels achieved at
cold temperatures, which are comparable to washing at 40°,
are guaranteed by a mechanical action which operates at
varying speed, with repeated and frequent peaks.
Wool: the wool wash cycle of this machine has been tested
and approved by The Woolmark Company for the washing
of wool containing garments labelled as "hand wash"
provided that the garments are washed according to the
instructions on the garment label and those issued by the
manufacturer of this washing machine. (M1126)
In UK, Eire, Hong Kong and India the Woolmark trade mark
is a Certification trade mark.
Silk: use special wash cycle 12 to wash all silk
garments. We recommend the use of special detergent
which has been designed to wash delicate clothes.
Curtains: we recommend you fold the curtains and place
them in a pillow case or mesh bag. Use wash cycle 12.
Sport Shoes (wash cycle 13): is for washing sports shoes;
for best results, do not wash more than 2 pairs simultaneously
Outwear (wash cycle 14): is studied for washing water-repel-
lent fabrics and winter jackets (e.g. Gore-Tex, polyester, nylon);
for best results, use a liquid detergent and dosage suitable for
a half-load; pre-treat necks, cuffs and stains if necessary; do
not use softeners or detergents containing softeners. Stuffed
duvets cannot be washed with this programme..

Load balancing system

Before every spin cycle, to avoid excessive vibrations and to
distribute the load in a uniform manner, the drum rotates con-
tinuously at a speed which is slightly greater than the washing
rotation speed. If, after several attempts, the load is not balanced
correctly, the machine spins at a reduced spin speed. If the load
is excessively unbalanced, the washing machine performs the
distribution process instead of spinning. To encourage improved
load distribution and balance, we recommend small and large
garments are mixed in the load.