Where to pour powder in the Indesit washing machine

where to pour powder in Indesit If when washing by hand there is no doubt about where to put the powder, then with an automatic washing machine this seemingly elementary procedure sometimes causes difficulties. Especially if you are looking at a previously unfamiliar model of washing machine or if you are about to get acquainted with the machine for the first time. It’s difficult to figure it out: some advise using a special compartment, others buy special jars, and still others send the detergent directly into the drum.

It is better not to experiment and act according to the instructions: use the provided powder receptacle. There is a similar one in washing machines from Indesit, and before starting a new cycle it is recommended to thoroughly study the design of the tray. The information below will help you figure out where to pour and pour what.

Purpose of the powder tray cells

Almost all powder trays in Indesit washing machines are similar. They are retractable, located on the left side of the top panel of the machine and have three sections that are used for different detergents and washing modes. It’s easy to understand which compartment to pour the powder into and where to pour the concentrate if you follow the designations.

“I”, “1”, “A” – medium-sized compartment, which is provided for the pre-wash program.
“II”, “2”, “B/B” - the largest section used for the main modes.
“*” or an image of a flower – for conditioners, fabric softeners and other fabric softening liquids.

powder cuvette

Dividing into compartments allows the machine to gradually add the required amount of detergent at each washing stage.Therefore, it is not recommended to practice pouring powder directly onto a pile of laundry lying in the drum. The idea that this method is economical is a common myth, which is aggravated by negative aspects:

the powder is quickly washed out at the very beginning of the wash;
clothes often fade and deteriorate (if a bunch of concentrated substances get into linen dye);
The drum quickly becomes dirty (the washed-out powder settles in large quantities on the inner walls).

The problems listed above are easy to avoid: just fill and fill the machine with cleaning products correctly. It is necessary to look for alternative options only in one case - if the Indesit powder poured into the cell of the washing machine tray is poorly washed out with water. Then you will have to repair the powder receptacle yourself or contact the service department. But even if the compartment is not functioning, you can wash it without risking the machine and the laundry.

The machine does not take powder from the tray

powder container Yes, you can pour the powder into the washing machine drum, but don’t rush - it’s unsafe and useless. It is much more effective and cheaper to purchase a special dispenser in the form of a plastic jar with numerous holes in the lid. The container is easy to fill, fits inside the machine and optimally replaces the powder receptacle due to several advantages:

the laundry does not come into direct contact with cleaning chemicals, which protects the fabric from the negative effects of concentrates;
a scale applied to the jar helps to measure the required amount of powder;
the holes control the flow of detergent into the water, which allows the powder to be evenly distributed throughout the entire wash cycle;
the drum remains clean due to the gradual dissolution of the product.

Important! No dispenser can completely replace a powder receptacle and is used only as a temporary alternative. In a half-empty drum, the jar creates additional noise and pressure, touching the walls and front glass at high speed.

In addition to powder products, this container is perfect for gels and conditioners. Therefore, it is not prohibited to place two cups in the washing machine at once. Moreover, such a device can be made independently: it is enough to cut about ten holes of different sizes on any plastic jar.

There is a reason why there is a special tray in washing machines. Gradual addition, gentle washing and gentle cleansing - all this allows you to make washing high-quality and safe. Therefore, it is important to use the powder receptacle correctly and for its intended purpose, and in the event of a breakdown, do not delay repairs and have harmless backup options.