The Detergent Drawer - Asko W600 Service Manual

Date
2000-02

THE DETERGENT DRAWER

The detergent drawer on ASKO washers automatically dispenses the detergent and fabric softener at
the appropriate times. The drawer is located to the left of the control panel. Simply pull the drawer out and
pour the measured amounts of detergent and softener into the proper compartments (as illustrated) and
close the drawer.
Main wash
detergent
We recommend that you don't use bleach in an ASKO washer. The tumbling
NOTE:
wash action, temperature control options and extended wash times are sufficient
to remove most stains.
DETERGENT AND FABRIC SOFTENER AMOUNTS
Because ASKO washers use less water than conventional top-loading washers, you need less detergent
and fabric softener. We recommend that you use a low-sudsing powder detergent only, preferably a high-
efficiency (HE) detergent designed specifically for front-loading washers. (Liquid detergents tend to suds
more, which make them more difficult to rinse out.)
Detergent
– The amount of detergent needed varies, depending on the detergent you use. For high-
efficiency detergent specifically for front-loading washers, you should use the amounts recommended
by the manufacturer. For regular laundry detergent, 1 to 3 tablespoons of detergent is all you need for
a normal wash load. More heavily soiled items, however, may need slightly more detergent. Also, the
amount of detergent needed can vary due to differences in water hardness. (Refer to the Use and Care
Guide for more details.) If you choose to use a liquid detergent, start out with a very small amount, such
as one or two tablespoons.
Fabric Softener
– We recommend that you use only 2 tablespoons of fabric softener. If more softening
is desired, try using slightly more with the next load.
DETERGENT DRAWER
Prewash detergent
Fabric
softener
Model W600
(WM-33)
The detergent drawer is equipped with an
optional child safety catch. (See the Use and
Care Guide.)
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