Where do I put detergent in a Siemens washing machine?
Siemens washing machines have long been a fixture in our everyday lives. However, some people still experience problems using them. The dispenser is a particularly common issue—it's unclear which compartment to pour the detergent into. Let's take a look.
What are the drawer compartments for?
The Siemens washing machine dispenser consists of three parts. Each compartment is marked with a Roman numeral or a special symbol and is designed for a specific purpose. detergentThe cell arrangement may vary depending on the specific model, and this numbering helps quickly identify their purpose.
The first compartment on the right is usually labeled I. It's used for heavily soiled laundry that requires pre-washing/pre-soaking. Add the washing powder here, in the amount indicated on the packaging.
The compartment marked II on Siemens washing machines is located on the left. This compartment also holds detergent. It is considered the base compartment and is used for all other programs.
The compartment with the flower symbol or *. This is where you pour fabric softener, conditioner, or other fabric softeners. This compartment is very distinctive in appearance, making it difficult to mistake for other compartments. There's a special mark inside to help you dispense the fabric softener correctly.
Important! Use only dry detergent for the pre-wash, as liquid detergent will drain into the drum at the very beginning of the cycle, and items will be washed in regular water for the remainder of the cycle.
Pouring detergent directly into the drum is not recommended. During the cycle, the machine fills and drains water several times. The first portion of liquid will wash away all the detergent, resulting in a poor wash. However, through the dispenser, the detergent will be dispensed in separate batches, after being diluted with water.
The compartments in the powder drawer were mixed up.
Try to be more careful when loading detergents. But don't worry if you accidentally mix up the dispenser compartments. Nothing serious will happen, but the washing quality will suffer.
A Siemens washing machine automatically determines at what point in the cycle and from which compartment to remove detergent. For example, you put detergent in the fabric softener compartment instead of the standard compartment. The machine knows that the contents of this compartment should be released into the drum after the main cycle is complete and removes them during the rinse cycle. The result is poorly cleaned clothes with a strong detergent smell.
Let's take another example. If you pour detergent into the star-marked compartment while the soak function is on, the machine will simply rinse your clothes in clean water. The soak function increases the cycle time by 3-19 hours, and the pre-wash by 15-120 minutes. Imagine how much time you will lose, and the laundry will remain just as dirty!
The solution is simple: run the cycle again, taking into account previous errors. It's best not to mix up the compartments and put everything in the correct place. Otherwise, you'll waste not only time but also detergent, electricity, and water. However, if you follow all the instructions, the washing quality of your Siemens washing machine will be excellent!
Siemens washing machines have long been a fixture in our everyday lives. However, some people still experience problems using them. The dispenser is a particularly common issue—it's unclear which compartment to pour the detergent into. Let's take a look.
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