Where to pour powder in a Gorenje washing machine
Today, an automatic machine is installed in almost every apartment. The “home assistant” saves a lot of time by washing, and in some cases, even drying clothes. Despite the widespread use of automatic machines, many people use them incorrectly. Some points are learned not from the instructions for the equipment, but from a neighbor or girlfriend. Sometimes housewives don’t even know basic little things, for example, how to properly add washing powder or add conditioner. Let's figure out how to fill the cuvette with cleaning products.
Location and purpose of branches
The Gorenje washing machine, like any automatic machine, is equipped with a dispenser, popularly called a powder receiver. The dispenser has three compartments, each of which is designed for a specific type of detergent. It is not difficult to understand the purpose of the compartments - just look at the instructions.
All compartments of the powder receptacle are marked; you can decipher the symbols using the instructions for the washing machine.
In addition to the designations, the compartments of the tray also differ in size. Let's figure out what each of the compartments is intended for.
- Section labeled "I". This is a medium-sized compartment located on the left. It is necessary to pour powder or pour gel into it only if the “Pre-wash” program is running. During a normal cycle it should remain empty.
- Central compartment with "II" symbol. This is the largest section; the product is removed from it during the main wash. This is where you need to add washing powder when activating the standard cleaning mode.
- The right container has the smallest size and is indicated by a flower or snowflake symbol. The product is washed out of the compartment during the rinsing stage. Therefore, fabric conditioner, softener or fragrance is poured here.
This is exactly how the standard Gorenje washing machine dispenser works. On modern models, the dispenser may have one more compartment or a different marking. In this case, it is better not to guess, but to look at the instructions for the machine - there is a detailed description of the cuvette. Otherwise, you can reduce the quality of the wash if, for example, you pour powder into the conditioner-rinse aid tray.
Add the product “as needed”
It is extremely important to pour washing powder into the cuvette in accordance with the markings. Incorrect distribution of detergents will not cause any harm to the machine, but the quality of washing clothes will be greatly affected. For example, clothes will be washed in clean water and then rinsed in soapy water.
Detergent is washed out from each compartment at different stages of the cycle.
The “intelligence” of the Gorenje washing machine is programmed so that the composition is taken from the powder receptacle in a strictly defined manner. The powder will be washed out from compartment “I” only when starting the pre-wash, and from tray “*” - during the rinsing stage. That is why the following “confusion” is possible:
- the powder will not mix with water if you pour it into section “I” and run the normal mode;
- pre-wash will be performed without detergent if, when activating the program of the same name, pour the gel into compartment “II”;
- clothes will be rinsed in soapy water if you add detergent to the “*” section.
Of course, confusion with the compartments will not cause any serious harm.Only things will suffer - they may not be washed or rinsed properly. Correcting the error is simple - you need to restart the cycle, but with the correct distribution of detergents in the cuvette. The price for a mistake will be wasted personal time and increased consumption of water and electricity. It is important to notice traces of powder on laundry in time and rinse things. Otherwise, you can not only ruin the fabric, but also get skin irritation.
What if you don't use a dispenser?
Manufacturers of automatic washing machines recommend that equipment owners pour powder into the washing machine only through a cuvette. However, some users turn a blind eye to such advice and prefer to pour or pour detergent directly into the drum. They explain this by simple savings - this way the concentrate seems to get to the things in full, without getting lost inside the unit.
Such savings are not justified. The Gorenje washing machine takes the detergent from the powder receptacle in doses, distributing it evenly throughout the entire cycle. If you pour the concentrate directly into the drum, at the first renewal of water, the soap solution will go down the drain, and then the clothes will be washed in the “empty” liquid.
It is stupid to refuse a dispenser; it is better to use the washing machine as recommended by the manufacturer.
However, if the powder receiver breaks down, it is still possible to use the direct, “drum” method. With this option for loading detergent, it is important to follow certain rules:
- Do not sprinkle powder or pour gel directly onto the fabric. It can ruin things;
- add the product to the bottom of the empty drum, then immediately rinse off the granules with a glass of water;
- Load the laundry into the machine, only after “washing off” the powder.
Even in force majeure situations, manufacturers have come up with a more preferable option. On sale you can find special “mini-dispensers” - closed plastic containers with holes. The glass is filled with detergent and placed in the drum. This way things will be protected from the negative effects of the powder.
Innovative laundry products
Today in stores you can find special capsules, napkins and tablets for washing, for which you do not need a dispenser. In accordance with the instructions on the package, they are placed directly into the drum of the Gorenje washing machine.
Capsules are laundry liquid “closed” in a soluble shell. Tablets are pressed powder. Wipes consist of special components that help remove dirt from fabric fibers. All of them are consumed in doses during the cycle.
The only drawback of innovative laundry products is the high price. Capsules and tablets are not cheap, but when you use them, you can forget about the need to clean the dispenser tray.
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This section is missing from the instructions!