Detergent - Miele WS 5425 MC 13 Operating And Installation Instructions

All modern detergents produced for
automatic washing machines are suit-
able, including liquid, compact (con-
centrated), and special application de-
tergents.
Use dispensing aids, e.g. balls, if these
are supplied with the detergent.
Woollens and knitwear containing wool
mixtures should be washed using a de-
tergent specifically designed for wash-
ing woollens.
Instructions for use and recommended
amounts are given on the detergent
packaging.
The right amount to dispense will de-
pend on the following:
– The quantity of laundry
– The soiling level of the laundry
Lightly soiled
No visible dirt or stains. Possibly
slight body odour.
Normally soiled
Visibly dirty and/or just a few slight
stains.
Heavily soiled
Stains and soiling clearly visible.
– The water hardness level in the area
If you do not know the hardness level
contact your local water authority
who will be able to advise you.
See "Problem solving guide" for advice
on how to deal with textiles heavily
soiled with oil or grease.
Water hardness
Hardness Water
range
I soft
II medium
III hard
IV very hard
It is important to dispense the
correct amount, because...
...too little detergent results in:
– Laundry not getting properly clean
and with time it may become grey
and hard to the touch.
– Greasy particles clinging to the laun-
dry.
– Limescale building up on heater
elements.
...too much detergent results in:
– Excessive foam.
– Low level of agitation.
– Poor wash, rinse and spin results.
– A burden to the environment.

Detergent

mmol/l German
scale
°d
0 - 1.3 0 - 7
1.3 - 2.5 7 - 14
2.5 - 3.8 14 - 21
over 3.8 over 21
19