Adding Detergent And Softener - Panasonic NA-168VX2 Operating Instructions & Installation Instructions

Adding detergent and softener

Pull out the detergent drawer and add detergent or softener to the
correct compartment.
Only use detergents recommended for fully-automated washing
machine. Refer to the instructions on the packaging for appropriate
amounts to use for different wash programmes.
Liquid
Add detergent to the relevant
compartment in the drawer:
 Liquid detergent
● Don't use for Prewash programmes. When the
Prewash is set, if liquid detergent is used in the
Mainwash, the detergent may flow away in the
Prewash.
Liquid mild detergent

● Use for Wool wash programmes.
Powdered
● I f you forget to add detergent, you can drain
the washing machine by running a Drain
only function, using the MODE button.
Then you can add detergent and start the
programme again. (Detergent only reaches the
drum when water flushes through the detergent
drawer).
● T o prevent powdered detergent staying
in the drawer:
● Dry the inside of the drawer with a cloth.
● Make sure the powder isn't lumpy when you add it.
How much detergent do I use?
This can depend on:
1. How soiled your laundry is
Light soil – no visible stains or marks
Normal – light stains and marks visible
Heavy soil – large or ground-in stains and
marks
2. The amount of laundry
3. Water hardness
You can find out more about water hardness
in your area by calling your local water
authority.
● I f the rinse cycle isn't removing all the
detergent from your wash, use less
detergent or try the Extra Rinse function.
Add tub cleaning detergent or bleach to this
compartment.
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detergent
detergent
For main washing cycle
Detergent drawer
D o not use washing machine,
when the detergent draw is
removed. (this may result in
a water leak)
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