1.Try to remove stains as soon as possible.
The fresher the stain, the easier it is to remove.
2.Before attempting to remove any stain, take these steps:
●Find the fabric in the chart on the next page, and use only recommended methods.
“Check the care label instructions that came with the garment.
●Test stain removal product on a hidden inside seam or on a sample of the material.
●Avoid use of hot water on unknown stains. It can set some stains.
3.Follow stain removal with a thorough rinsing.
4.Wash with recommended amount of soap or detergent.
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Stain Removal
Mix 1/4 cup (60 ml) chlorine bleach with one gallon (3.8 liters) of cool
The Case of the “Invisible” Stain
Food or cooking oils on your synthetic garments | If these stains are not completely removed in the wash, |
may cause stains which are virtually invisible and | the oily spots may pick up dirt from the wash water. |
which you may not notice as you put your clothes | Then they will become very visible and you may think |
into the washer. | they were caused by the wash cycle itself. |
Once These Spots Become Visible, How Can You Remove Them?
c Rub in undiluted 1 iquid detergent and let stand 30 minutes.
●Rewash using hottest water the fabric can stand.
How Can You Prevent These “After-You-Wash” Stains?
●Increase the amount of detergent normally used.
●Increase water temperature where fabric will permit.
●Wash synthetic garments more often.
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