Frigidaire ATF705X, User Manual

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Washing Hints, continued

1

soft

0-7

0-15

2

medium

8-14

16-25

3

hard

15-21

26-37

4

very hard

>21

>37

Level

Characteristic

Degrees

German

°dH

French

°T.H.

Detergents and Additives

Good washing results also depend on the choice of deter-
gent and use of the correct quantities to avoid waste and 
protect the environment. Although biodegradable, detergents 
contain substances which, in large quantities, can upset the 
delicate balance of nature.

The choice of detergent will depend on the type of fabric 
(delicates, woollens, cottons, etc.), the colour, washing tem-
perature and degree of soiling.

All commonly available washing machine detergents may be 
used in this appliance:

•  powder detergents for all types of fabric,

•  powder detergents for delicate fabrics (60°C max) and 

woollens,

•  liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature wash 

programmes (60°C max) for all types of fabric, or special 
for woollens only.

The detergent and any additives must be placed in the ap-
propriate compartments of the dispenser drawer before start-
ing the wash programme.

Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer compartment 
«Detergent Wash»

 just before

 starting the programme.

Any fabric softener must be poured into the compartment 
marked 

 («Fabric Softener») before starting the wash 

programme.

 Do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent 

dispenser drawer.

 Overfi lling can cause early dispensing of the 

fabric softener which could result in stained clothes.

Do not pour fabric softener directly on the wash load.

The bleaching agent (chlorine) can be used only for white 
cotton and linen items. Pour it into the compartment marked 

 («Liquid Bleach»). 

Do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the de-

tergent dispenser drawer. 

Overfi lling can cause early dispens-

ing of the bleach which could result in damaged clothes.

Do not pour undiluted liquid chlorine bleach directly onto the 
load or into the drum. Fabric damage can occur.

Quantity of Detergent to be Used

The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of 
fabric, load size, degree of soiling and hardness of the water 
used. Follow the product manufacturers’ instructions on 
quantities to use.

Use less detergent if:

•  you are washing a small load,
•  the laundry is lightly soiled,
•  large amounts of foam form during washing.

Degrees of Water Hardness

Water hardness is classifi ed in so-called «degrees» of hard-
ness. Information on hardness of the water in your area can 
be obtained from the relevant water supply company, or from 
your local authority.

Before the First Use

Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with 
the installation instructions.

 WARNING!

Remove any material from the drum.

We recommend you to run a 

Cotton/Deep Clean

 cycle 

Sanitary

, 

without any laundry in the appliance, to remove any manu-
facturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour 1/2 a measure 
of detergent into the dispenser drawer and start the cycle.

Child Safety Lock 

This device permits you to leave the appliance unattended 
during its functionning, so avoiding that children might ac-
cidentally start the appliance or modify a running programme.

This function remains able also when the appliance is not 
working.

To enable (disable) this option simoultaneously press for 
about 10 seconds the buttons 

4

 and 

5

 until the message 

«

LOC

» is displayed.

There are two different ways to set this option:
•  before pressing the button 

8

: 

it will be impossible to start the machine.

•  after pressing the button

 8

: 

it will be impossible to change any other programme or 
option.

Before setting another programme, it is necessary to disable 
this function.

IMPORTANT!

IMPORTANT!