The Importance of Correct Detergent Dosage

Detergent dosage, or the amount of detergent used, is based on the amount of soil on the laundry and the hardness of the water, not on the amount of water used by the machine. For the best laundry results, it is important to use the right amount of detergent  because:

• Detergents contain ingredients (polymers ) that keep soil, once removed from fabrics, in the wash water. If too little detergent is used, the quantity of these ingredients in the wash water will be too small, resulting in laundry that may not be as white or as bright as it should be.
• Too little detergent may also allow build-up of mineral deposits in the washer from hard water, thereby reducing efficiency and increasing operating costs.
• Using too much is wasteful and may result in insufficient rinsing, leaving detergent residues on fabrics.
• Dosage instructions on the container are provided to help consumers determine the correct amount of detergent for a particular wash load. Dosage devices are designed to help consumers measure the recommended dosage.
• The chart on the left explains the symbols associated with dosage. Keep in mind that certain types of soil, such as sweat and dead skin flakes, are not visible. Use the correct dosage for optimal wash results.

• liquitabs

Liquids and liquitabs dissolve much more rapidly than powders and tabs. They can be placed directly into the drum, where they start to work immediately.