SPECIFIC LAUNDRY
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Improper use of
Stained dryer drum
....Excesswaterin was ioad
Hard water
Line dry!rig
improper use of bleach
Zippers, fasteners, and sharp objects
PROBLEMS
Stop dryer and rearrangg_e.loade during cycle Wash items separately to remove excess dye Remove items from wash tub immediately after cycle ends
Dilute liquid fabric soften'er before add'ing to'f'i'nal rinse or dispenser
Use fabric softener alone in final rinse
Place dryer sheet on top of load at beginning of cycle
Do not tu.mble soi!ed !terns !n dryer
Use an extra spin, especially if load was unbalanced
Use detergent, not soap
Use dryer whenever possible .............................
Do not pour liquid chlorine bleach directly on wash
load use correct amount of bleach; use only on ch orine
Close zippers, fasten buckles, snaps, hooks; clean pockets
Previously existing holes, tears, and weakened seams
Fabric abrasion
Static cling
Blocked air flow
Paper or tissues
Blocked air flow
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EXCessa 't t'on.....
Fabric abrasion
Metal fasteners which may rust when wet
Water supply containing iron
Knii garments which become stretched '
during construction and return to their original size after laundering
Heat
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I,m_[oper load!rig of washer improper cycle selection
;_No-iron finishes of varying quality ..............
Improper water temperature
Laundry products not used correctly
Mend items before laundering
Turn synthetics and blends inside.out
Use fabric softener in washer or dryer; don't over dry
Clean lint screen
. Ch___eckpockets
Clean tint screen befo're'"0rafter EACH load; check exhaust duct and vent hood for blockage
Exhaust dryer outdoors; incorrect duct system; see
"Installation Instructions" ........................................
Use short, gentle agitation
Turn items
Remove wet items from washer and dryer when cycle ends
Do not use chlorine bleach flush hot water pipes by running water at faucet unt it is clear;
.............ha ye wat.e.r supply che0ked ..........................
Select quality garments; dry knits flat if care label suggests that method
_ Use lower water temperature andlor heat tevet_.L___
. use fabric softener in washer or d.ryer ......................
Do not wrap !!ems around agitator
Select Perm't Press or KntttDelfcate cycle
Selec permanent press items with qua!ity fini,§hes ._
Use hot water for white and colorfast permanent press items
Add detergent booster or bleach; do not use chlorine bleach on spandex or washable silks and wools; treat with color remover
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