Gaggenau DF480700, User Manual

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Detergent

12 Detergent

Detergent

Find out which detergents are suitable for your appliance.

12.1 The correct detergents

Only use detergents that are made for dishwashers, either

basic or combination detergents.

For the best washing and drying results, use a separate

detergent, then add Special salt and Rinse aid 

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separately.

Modern, powerful detergents mainly use a low-alkaline for-

mulation with enzymes. Enzymes break down starch and

remove protein. Oxygen-based bleaching agents are gen-

erally used to remove colored stains, e.g. tea or ketchup.

Note: 

Follow the manufacturer's instructions for each de-

tergent.

Detergent

Description

Tabs

Tabs are perfect for all cleaning

functions and do not need to be

measured out.

However, with shorter Cycles

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 sometimes tabs do not

dissolve entirely and leave residues

of detergent. This may reduce its ef-

fectiveness.

Powder detergent

Powder detergent is recommended

for shorter cycles. The dosage can

be adjusted to the level of soiling.

Liquid detergent

Liquid detergent works faster and is

recommended for shorter cycles

without a pre-rinse.

Sometimes liquid detergent may

leak out despite the detergent dis-

penser being closed. This is not a

problem, just remember the follow-

ing:

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Only choose a cycle without Pre-

Rinse.

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Do not use the Delay Start option.

The dosage can be adjusted to the

level of soiling.

12.2 Incompatible detergents

Do not use a detergent which is not designated for dish-

washer use or contains chlorine.

Detergent

Description

Liquid hand soap

Liquid hand soap can

cause increased frothing

and damage the appliance.

Detergent containing chlo-

rine

This may leave chlorine

residue on dishware.

12.3 Information on Detergent

Follow the instructions on detergents in everyday use.

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Detergents marked as "ecological" (environmentally

friendly) generally contain lower levels of active agents

or none at all. The cleaning effect may be reduced.

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Adjust the rinse aid and the water softening system set-

tings in accordance with the detergent or combination

detergent in use.

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According to manufacturers, combination detergents

with salt replacement substances can only be used up

to a certain water hardness, usually 26 °E, without

adding special salt. For the best washing and drying re-

sults we recommend using special salt from a water

hardness of 17 °E.

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Any rinse aid component of a combination detergent

has limited effectiveness. You will have better results

using a separate rinse aid.

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To prevent sticking, only touch detergents in a water-

soluble pouch with dry hands and only ever place them

in a dry detergent dispenser.

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Even if the rinse aid and special salt refill indicators light

up, the wash cycles will run properly with combination

detergents.

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Use tablets with enhanced drying results.

12.4 Adding Detergent

1.

To open the detergent dispenser, press the locking

latch.

2.

Add the detergent to the dry detergent dispenser.

3 tbsp 

(45 ml)

1.75 tbsp  

(25 ml)

1 tbsp 

(15 ml)

If you are using tablets, one is enough. Insert the tablets

in a horizontal position.

If you are using powder or liquid detergent, follow the

manufacturer's instructions and quantities for dosage in

the detergent dispenser.

1.5 to 1.75 Tbsp (20 ml – 25 ml) detergent is sufficient

for normal soiling. If dishware is only lightly soiled,

slightly less than the amount of detergent specified is

usually sufficient.