Using Detergent And Softener; Detergent Drawer - Grundig GWN 47230 User Manual

Preparation
4.7 Using detergent
and softener
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When using detergent, softener, starch,
fabric dye, bleach or limescale remover,
read the manufacturer's instructions on
the package carefully and follow the
suggested dosage values. Use measuring
cup if available.

Detergent Drawer

The detergent drawer is composed of three
compartments:
– (1) for prewash
– (2) for main wash
– (3) for softener
– (*) in addition, there is siphon piece in the
softener compartment.
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Detergent, softener and other cleaning
agents
Add detergent and softener before starting
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the washing programme.
Never leave the detergent drawer open
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while the washing programme is running!
When using a programme without
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prewash, do not put any detergent into the
prewash compartment (compartment nr.
"1").
ĥ In a programme with prewash, do not
put liquid detergent into the prewash
compartment (compartment nr. "1").
Do not select a programme with prewash
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if you are using a detergent bag or
dispensing ball. Place the detergent bag
or the dispensing ball directly among the
laundry in the machine.
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ĥ If you are using liquid detergent, do
not forget to place the liquid detergent
cup into the main wash compartment
(compartment nr. "2").
Choosing the detergent type
The type of detergent to be used depends on
the type and colour of the fabric.
Use different detergents for coloured and
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white laundry.
Wash your delicate clothes only with
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special detergents (liquid detergent, wool
shampoo, etc.) used solely for delicate
clothes.
When washing dark coloured clothes
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and quilts, it is recommended to use liquid
detergent.
ĥ Wash woolens with special detergent
made specifically for woolens.
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WARNING:
manufactured specifically for washing
machines.
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WARNING:
powder.
Adjusting detergent amount
The amount of washing detergent to be used
depends on the amount of laundry, the degree
of soiling and water hardness.
Do not use amounts exceeding the dosage
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quantities recommended on the detergent
package to avoid problems of excessive
foam, poor rinsing, financial savings and
finally, environmental protection.
Use lesser detergent for small amounts or
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lightly soiled clothes.
Using softeners
Pour the softener into the softener
compartment of the detergent drawer.
ĥ Do not exceed the (>max<) level marking
in the softener compartment.
ĥ If the softener has lost its fluidity, dilute it
with water before putting it in the detergent
drawer.
Washing Machine / User's Manual
Use only detergents
Do not use soap