Hitachi BD-SG100CJ Operating & Installation Instructions Manual page 9

Preparation of
the washing
Sorting the
laundry
Detergent and
additives
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Remove any foreign objects (coins, safety pins, etc.).
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Use a washing net when you wash delicate clothes (knit products,
lingerie, etc.).
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Close zips, brush sand out of pockets and collars.
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Brush pet hair out of laundries.
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Sort the laundry according to the type of fabric and care label symbol
(cottons, mixed fi bers, synthetics, wool, hand wash, etc.).
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Do not wash too small an amount of laundry such as only a pair of jeans.
This may result in insuffi cient spin performance.
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Separate colored and white items.
Risk of injury!
Washing the following items may cause injury or malfunction due to
abnormal vibration :
- Waterproof items such as a wet suit, ski suit, etc.
- Anti-slip treated items with rubber bottoms such as a doormat.
- Cushions, pillows, shoes, etc.
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Use the amount of detergent recommended on the detergent package.
The type and amount of detergent depends on the type of fabric, load
size, degree of soiling and hardness of the water used.
Use less detergent if :
- you wash a small load.
- the laundry is slightly soiled.
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Too much detergent can result in excess foam formation which reduces
rinse effi ciency or may cause a water leak.
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Depending on the detergent brand, detergent may remain undissolved
when the water pressure is low, or when the water temperature is low.
Care and Maintenance (Cleaning the detergent case) (P.26).
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The detergent and any additives must be poured into the appropriate
dispenser.
Product Descriptions (Detergent case) (P.10).
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For dyeing and bleaching, use dyes and bleaches that are suitable for
washer dryers.
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For water softener and limescale removal agents, follow the
instructions on the package.
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