Indesit Washing Machine Drawer - Which Detergent Goes in What Compartment?

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3 жыл бұрын

Ok, you open up the drawer of your washing machine and you find three compartments. But you are only holding holding one cup of detergent. So what exactly goes where? The instructions that come with the machine are quite frankly, rubbish, and aficionados on the internet are coming to blows about this pressing issue.
So I thought I would divulge a snippet of my engineering expertise and clear this up for you. Remember, the compartments are as follows:
1. Prewash (don't use liquid - only powder. I rarely use this compartment).
2. Main wash (you'll use this compartment for every wash and it takes both liquid and powder).
3. Fabric conditioner (but don't fill above the little grid or it'll clog up your machine).
I hope this clears up the debate!

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@marangsilmon8244 2 жыл бұрын

Thank u so much, I live by myself and have no one to ask about stuff like this.. so this helped a lot xx

@drmousette 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome 🙂

@TheFusedplug Ай бұрын

Thanks ♥️ my washing machine is exactly the same one I mislaid my instructions somewhere so I Google Lensed the drawer in open position and added "instructions" and your video came up .. luckily I was putting powder in the middle drawer as a guess for months but it was bugging me as I really needed to know ... I now put a dash of apple cider vinegar in the vent tray thanks to your advice

@bencam1995 5 күн бұрын

Thanks. You solved a debate and I won with fabric conditioner

@PoshByDefault 29 күн бұрын

thank you internet mum!

@pimpz7409 8 ай бұрын

Thanks! I started pouring in the wrong draws a couple years back and couldn't work out why the quality of wash had declined slightly. Now I pour my detergents and fabric softeners in the right draws! I just put a load on to celebrate. Thanks!

@drmousette 7 ай бұрын

No problem. Glad you got it sorted

@JadeH16 3 күн бұрын

Hi! This helped a lot as I have mislaid my instructions, I have exactly the same washing machine, how do you select a pre wash? I’ve always been stumped about that!

@louiem2 2 жыл бұрын

Lifesaver video, many thanks!!

@drmousette Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your feedback! ☺

@mariolatyutyundzhieva4147 2 жыл бұрын

Thank u! Simple, but useful info.

@drmousette Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@xyelise 23 күн бұрын

so can you put powder in 1&2?

@LadieeB 2 жыл бұрын

thank you for this!

@fluffybadger9832 2 жыл бұрын

I have a similar model, if not the same. Mine does not have a pre-wash setting, the instructions explicitly say do not put any detergents in compartment 1, only compartment 2. My old Hotpoint machine did have a pre-wash setting & I did use compartment 1. Anyway I just pour liquid detergent into a measuring cup & throw it in with the clothes. 😁

@LukasVokrinek 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@shakeythedj Жыл бұрын

Thanks, very helpful, we are house sitting and had no clue!

@drmousette Жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

@rorus9530 Ай бұрын

is there such a thing as too much powder to put in the compartments, or can you just fill them up?

@jjsx5347 2 жыл бұрын

The instructions in my manual say "liquid detergent should only pe poured in immediately prior to the start of the wash cycle". What does that mean? Am I supposed to hit start, wait till it starts spinning or filling up with water and then open the bloody compartment and pour the derergent as fast as I can?

@drmousette 2 жыл бұрын

It's just bad wording! You put EVERYTHING (pre-wash powder, liquid detergent and fabric conditioner) in before you start the washing machine cycle. Most times you'll only need liquid detergent (middle drawer), but if you want to use the other stuff, it still goes in right at the beginning.

@umav2001 2 жыл бұрын

As I am really new to using the washing machine... Could you please explain about the last detergent which you put it inside ?

@drmousette 2 жыл бұрын

hi, yes you put fabric conditioner or fabric softener in the 3rd compartment

@Qbreezy 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for this

@iindrayani6718 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this. How many cups of detergent needed for this machine?

@drmousette Жыл бұрын

It totally depends on how many clothes you're washing and how dirty they are lol! They usually have guidelines on the back of the detergent packaging.

@silverfox558 2 жыл бұрын

If you live in hard water area it is reccomended you add a water softener such as Calgon occasionally. Does anyone know which compartment this should go in?

@marisopromadze7414 Жыл бұрын

If you know tell me please

@drmousette Жыл бұрын

Yes, it goes into the main wash compartment (number 2)

@terryeagle6321 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks needed this single man alone 😂

@drmousette 2 жыл бұрын

LOL! You're welcome

@terryeagle6321 2 жыл бұрын

@@drmousette my drawer looks brand new thank you 😂

@drmousette 2 жыл бұрын

@@terryeagle6321Nothing better than new-looking drawers :-)

@catherinehackman1335 2 жыл бұрын

How do self wash your washing machine please? I want to wash mine but I don’t know how to do it. Kindly help me if possible. Thank you.

@drmousette Жыл бұрын

This particular model doesn't self wash as such. But you can buy washing machine cleaner at the supermarket. You run it through the machine (whilst empty) on the highest temperature. Or you can buy something called Calgon which is designed to keep the machine and mechanisms clean.

@Cristina-jn9rp 4 ай бұрын

Hi :) do you know if there is a quick wash option, without the drying? I tried 13 but my clothes never come out feeling/smelling properly clean, especially socks, pants, etc, as that option seems to focus most of the time on drying rather than washing.

@drmousette 3 ай бұрын

Hi, no there isn't. The 'Specials' settings are the closest thing because they have short cycles, but they are not designed as quick wash

@Cristina-jn9rp 3 ай бұрын

Agh, thanks for confirming :) at least now I know and don't have to mess with every option to be sure 😅 Appreciate the reply.

@jillmclean2336 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you please could you send me cycle times as i have this model with no book,

@drmousette Жыл бұрын

Crikey that would take me forever. Have you searched online for a manual?

@sheebahusnain5433 Жыл бұрын

For mix clothes can I use powder detergent

@drmousette Жыл бұрын

Yes of course. Just make sure you wash whites and darks separately!

@silsonsteve 2 жыл бұрын

Just check the manual for my similar looking Indesit and it looks like compartment 1 isn't used for anything.

@drmousette Жыл бұрын

LOL - That's why I did this video - the instructions are very poor.

@jamessullivan3829 3 ай бұрын

My machine is main wash/conditioner/pre wash in that order from left to right. There's not really any debate as each brand do their own thing

@guineagirl5078 Жыл бұрын

How do you remove the drawer ?

@drmousette Жыл бұрын

Please ;-) I have a tutorial on my channel if you have a look.

@Daimo83 10 ай бұрын

I must be the only man to look for a manual and be disappointed. Thanks!

@drmousette 7 ай бұрын

Hang on! You're a Man, and you looked for a manual?! The world will stop spinning on it's axis 😂. No seriously, no worries

@GaLaxY-1905 Жыл бұрын

How much ml liquid or powder should I put in compartment 2 for 8kg washing machine

@drmousette Жыл бұрын

Hi, it should say on the back of the packet. It all depends on the hardness of the water, level of soiling (not much I hope!!!) and how much stuff you've put in there. They usually have a measuring cap on liquid detergents which is the easiest method.

@taemed 7 ай бұрын

What happens if you put liquid detergent in the pre wash drawer that is only meant for powder

@drmousette 7 ай бұрын

That's a good point and I am not 100% sure. It is manufacturers guidelines for Indesit.

@paulbo9033 3 ай бұрын

Thanks 🙏

@crystalplayers2644 2 жыл бұрын

How many tbsp of washing powder do I put in the main

@drmousette Жыл бұрын

It depends on how full the machine is. There are usually guidelines on the detergent packaging

@sheebahusnain5433 Жыл бұрын

Can we use powder detergent for this machine or just liquid

@drmousette Жыл бұрын

Hiya, you can use powder for the pre-wash and the main wash. Just don't use liquid in the pre-wash (first compartment).

@king0vdarkness 2 жыл бұрын

Thank the maker! Exactly the same washing machine as me 😁

@crystalplayers2644 2 жыл бұрын

I used both as main

@crystalplayers2644 2 жыл бұрын

Lol

@king0vdarkness 2 жыл бұрын

@@crystalplayers2644 lol, I did too before this video 😂

@drmousette Жыл бұрын

You are welcome. Glad to be of use :-)

@adeelakram7424 9 ай бұрын

How to set timing in this machine

@drmousette 7 ай бұрын

Do you mean the delay timer? If you do, I am going to do a video on it

@marisopromadze7414 Жыл бұрын

Does this one have self cleaning skill?

@drmousette Жыл бұрын

No. But you can clean it by using ‘washing machine cleaner’ (from your supermarket), or running white vinegar through it. Both at max heat with no clothes in. Also, make sure you keep the drawers, rubber seals and filters clean - I’ve done videos on that. Hope this helps