Smeg WLB500T - Manual (Page 8)

Instructions for Use 58
Washing Agents and How Much to Use
Use only washing powder for machine washing.
Use special washing agents for delicate and
woollen fabrics.
This washing machine was designed for washing
powder as well as for liquid detergent. As to the
quantity of the washing agent, refer to the
manufacturer's recommendation. The quantity of
washing agent recommended on the packaging is
usually sufficient for 4.5 to 5 kg of normally soiled
laundry, depending on the hardness degree.
Hardness degrees Degrees of hardness
(Water hardness) °dH(°N) m mol/l °fH(°F) p.p.m.
(soft)
0-7 0-1,3 0-12 0-120
(medium)
7-14 1,3-2,5 12-25 120-250
(hard)
14-21 2,5-3,8 25-37 250-370
(wery hard)
>21 >3,8 >37 >370
If your water is hard, we recommend using water
softener. This means that you can then use the
same quantity of washing powder as if the water
was soft (hardness degree 1). Follow
manufacturer's instruction.
Dispenser
The detergent dispenser is divided into three
sections (fig. 12). The table of the programme
shows which section to use.
Always add washing agents before switching on
and keep the dispenser clean and dry, so that the
washing agent can be efficiently rinsed from the
ispenser.
With programmes without a pre-wash cycle,
the washing powder can be put directly in the
drum. This is especially convenient if:
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you use larger amounts of washing powder (very
hard water),
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you use washing powder which is hard to rinse
from the dispenser,
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water pressure is low,
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you use a concentrated washing powder special
dosing sack which should be inserted directly in
the drum.
Not enough washing powder causes
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the laundry to turn grey,
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greasy clots,
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lime deposit in the machine and on the laundry.
Too much washing powder causes
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bubbling,
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reduced agitation and washing effect,
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inadequate rinsing.
We recommend that you gradually decrease or
increase the quantity of washing agent and at the
same time pay attention to the linen.
Fabric Conditioner and Starching
Agent
When using fabric conditioner or starching
agent, always follow the manufacturer's
instructions, but never fill higher than the level
marked on the dispenser. The excess is
immediately poured out before washing and is
therefore pure waste.
When using the high density liquid agent we
recommend mixing it with water before filling, as
otherwise the dispenser outlet may clog.
In case the dispenser is clogged and the liquid is
not flushed, the dispenser should be washed.
Remove level indicator and wash with brush and
lukewarm water or rinse under the tap (fig. 13).
Never use both fabric conditioner and starching
agent together, as clots may clog the dispenser
opening.
These sections are used for washing powder
This section is used for fabric conditioner and
starching agent.
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