The fabric softener tray, also known as the fabric conditioner compartment, is a specific compartment or dispenser found in many washing machines. It is typically located within the detergent drawer of the washing machine. The purpose of the fabric softener tray is to hold and dispense fabric softener or fabric conditioner during the rinse cycle of a laundry load.
When using a washing machine, fabric softener is often used to improve the feel, smell, and overall softness of the laundered clothes. The fabric softener tray provides a convenient way to add the fabric softener to the wash load automatically.
Here's how it generally works:
Load the washing machine with your laundry and add detergent to the main detergent compartment or tray.
Pour the fabric softener into the dedicated fabric softener tray. The tray is typically marked with a symbol representing fabric softener, such as a flower or a star.
During the rinse cycle, water flows into the fabric softener tray, gradually diluting and releasing the fabric softener into the wash load. This allows the fabric softener to evenly distribute and coat the clothes, resulting in softer and fresher-smelling garments.
It's worth noting that not all washing machines have a separate fabric softener tray. Some models may have a combined detergent and fabric softener compartment, where you can add both the detergent and fabric softener together. Additionally, some washing machines may have a manual fabric softener dispenser that requires you to add the fabric softener directly to the drum or at a specific time during the wash cycle.
It's essential to refer to your washing machine's user manual for specific instructions on how to use the fabric softener tray, as different models may have slight variations in their operation.