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Detergents
Notes on detergents
You may use any brand of liquid or powder detergent,
as well as tablets, that have been specifically designed
for use in domestic dishwashers (do not use normal
washing-up liquid!).
Nowadays there are three types of dishwasher
detergent available:
1. Those containing phosphates
and chlorine.
2. Those containing phosphates
but no chlorine.
3. Those containing neither phosphates
nor chlorine.
When a phosphate-free detergent is used in
conjunction with hard water, there is a greater
possibility that white marks will be left behind on the
dishes and glasses, etc.
These can be prevented by pouring an increased
amount of detergent into the dispenser.
Chlorine-free detergents have a reduced bleaching
effect. This may mean that tea stains are not
completely removed or plastic items become
discoloured.
This can be resolved by:
– using the “Auto Super Wash”
programme
– increasing the amount of detergent
– using a detergent that contains chloride
Check the label on the packaging to determine whether
a particular product is suitable for use with silverware.
If you have any further questions, we recommend that
you contact the customer advice departments of the
respective detergent manufacturer.
Detergent dispenser with dosing aid
The graduated detergent dispenser helps you add the
correct amount of detergent.
The lower and middle lines in the dispenser indicate15
ml and 25 ml of detergent respectively. The dispenser
can be filled with 40 ml of detergent when the door is
opened horizontally.
Filling with detergent
You can add detergent either when the appliance door
is completely open or – for a more comfortable posture
– when the door is half open.
If the detergent dispenser is still closed, open it by
pressing the catch .
When the door is half open, press the button on the
right side of the detergent dispenser. Swivel up the
detergent compartment and cover. The detergent
compartment can easily be locked into position by
lifting it slightly.
Pour detergent into the dispenser.
Please follow the manufacturer’s instructions on the
detergent packet for correct dosage.
Important
Due to the different solvency properties of the
detergent tablets supplied by various manufacturers,
the cleaning efficiency of the detergent may not be fully
utilised by short programmes. It is recommended to
use washing powder for these programmes.
For the “Auto Super Wash” function, pour an
additional 10–15 ml of detergent onto the inside of
the appliance door.
