Electrolux LAVAMAT 50550 - Manual (Page 17)

Instructions for use
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Detergent and Conditioners
Which detergent and conditioner?
Use only detergents and conditioners which are suitable for use in au-
tomatic washing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instruc-
tions.
How much detergent and conditioner?
The quantity required depends upon:
• the extent to which the washing is soiled
• the degree of hardness of the mains water
• the amount of washing
2 Should the detergent manufacturer not specify the dosage quantity for
less than full loads, reduce the detergent accordingly: for a half load
reduce the quantity by one third; for a small load or EASY IRON (FACILE
A REPASSER/STRIJKVRIJ) reduce the quantity by one half. Observe the
instructions for use and dosing provided by the detergent and
conditioner manufacturer.
Water Softener
For medium to high water hardness (hardness category II or higher) you
should use water softener. Pay attention to the manufacturer's instruc-
tions. Always then meter detergent for hardness category I (= soft). The
responsible water works can provide information on the local water
hardness.
2 Since the water softener is added before the main washing detergent,
(water pre-softening), eighty percent of the softener quantity stated on
the package is sufficient.
Water Hardness Details
Hardness Category
Water Hardness °dH
(degrees German
hardness)
Water Hardness in mmol/l
(millimol per litre)
I – soft 0 - 7 up to 1.3
II – medium hard 7 - 14 1.3 - 2.5
III – hard 14 - 21 2.5 - 3.8
IV – very hard over 21 over 3.8