Asko WL6511XXL User manual WL6511XXL Use & Care Guide EN (English UCG 2+1 - Page 14

Advice and tips before washing Recommended powder detergents ASKO washers use 50% to 75% less detergent than most other washers. This is because of their low water consumption and the fact that all the wash water is repeatedly circulated through the laundry, ensuring that all the detergent is fully utilized. We recommend that you use powder detergents made specifically for front-loading washers. These are sometimes called HE (High- Efficiency) detergents. Listed below are some lowsudsing powder detergents that have been successfully tested in ASKO washers: • Fab • All • Tide HE • Amway SA8 • Fresh Start • Wisk HE We recommend that you do not use any powder detergent that doesn't wash completely out of the detergent drawer. Amount of detergent to use The amount of detergent needed varies among the different brands, but for most detergents, you need only two or three tablespoons. Using too much detergent can result in detergent residue being left in your clothes, which can cause them to appear gray or dingy. You should start with a small amount of detergent and increase it only if the cleaning results are unsatisfactory. Additionally, you should never put detergent in the pre-wash compartment unless you are using a wash program that has a prewash cycle. This could cause excess foaming, which could damage the machine. The amount of detergent needed can also depend on the hardness of the water in your area. See the "Detergent Amounts Based on Water Hardness" section on the next page for more details. Detergent Amounts Based on Water Hardness The amount of detergent needed can vary due to differences in water hardness. To determine the water hardness in your area, contact your local water utility or area water softening company. The harder the water, the more detergent you may need. Remember, you should adjust the amount of detergent you use by small amounts until you find the correct amount. Note that 12 grains and higher is extremely hard water and detergent alone may not be enough. You may need to use a water softener to maximize the performance of your washer. Also, in areas with extremely hard water (9+) you may need to wash at lower temperatures to prevent hard water deposits from forming in the tank and wash system. Different brands of detergent have different amounts of phosphorous for softening water. If you have hard water and use a detergent with less than 8.7% phosphorous content, you may need to use more detergent or use a detergent with a higher phosphorous content. 14 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 www.askousa.com