Alliance Laundry Systems SWD441C 22

Use and Care

Type of Load	Special Instructions

Draperies	Remove hooks and weights before washing. Choose heat for fabric and allow space in
	the dryer for tumbling. Some draperies may be removed when slightly damp and hung
	immediately. Lined draperies should be dry-cleaned because they have a tendency to
	pucker.

Knit Articles	Knit fabrics are usually manufactured under tension (stretching). Cotton knits
	especially may relax or draw together if every bit of moisture is removed from them. It
	is best to take them out of the dryer with a trace of moisture remaining, then stretch to
	shape. If they do shrink from overdrying, rewet them and dry properly.
	AUTOMATIC REGULAR or TIME DRY cycle. Remove slightly damp to minimize
Cottons	ironing. Reshape, smooth seams and pockets, etc.
	AUTOMATIC REGULAR or AUTOMATIC PERMANENT PRESS cycle. Turn
Synthetic Fibers	inside out to prevent “pilling” (the rolling up of the fiber ends from friction). Dry
	sweaters only with similar things because they tend to attract lint. Make sure the load is
	large enough for tumbling. Dry completely and remove from dryer immediately to
	minimize wrinkling.
	DELICATE or NO HEAT cycle. For wool labeled “machine washable,” follow
Wool	manufacturer’s directions. For other wool, use wool blanket method. Do not dryer dry
	loosely knit wool or hand knits. Dry these flat and stretch to shape from a pattern
	drawn before washing.

Lingerie
Cotton	AUTOMATIC REGULAR cycle.
Elastic	Body oils can cause elastic to deteriorate. Wash garments containing elastic frequently.
	Elastic in such things as shorts may be dried as for fabric, but avoid overdrying.
Foam Rubber	Bras, bathing suits, sun suits, etc. DO NOT DRY THESE ITEMS IN THE DRYER
	WITH HEAT, FIRE MAY RESULT. NO HEAT setting may be used.
Spandex	Most girdles (control briefs or shapers) today are made from Spandex. Use DELICATE
	or NO HEAT cycle. Do not overdry.
Stretch Fabrics	Choose heat for the most delicate fiber. These may be dried completely as they will
	stretch into shape. Avoid drying with lint-shedding fabrics.
Synthetic Fibers	TIME DRY cycle. Use a DELICATE or LOW HEAT setting, if it is available. Some
	sheer fabrics, especially sheer knits, can be heat sensitive. Dry these until they are just
	dry (about 10 minutes) and remove from dryer immediately. Sheer fabrics should not
	be washed and dried with garments containing hooks or zippers. Man-made fabrics
	will create static electricity if overdried. To prevent this, use fabric softener and avoid
	overdrying.

Mattress Pads	The materials in mattress pads are made of either cotton or synthetic fibers. Read the
	fiber content label, found on your mattress pad, to determine what type of fiber was
	used to manufacture the pad. READ AND CAREFULLY FOLLOW the fabric care
	instructions supplied by the mattress pad manufacturer. Some pads made of synthetic
	fibers are very heat sensitive. These pads can be flammable if overheated or overdried.
	TO AVOID A FIRE HAZARD, DO NOT OVERDRY mattress pads. Remove pads
	from the dryer while they are still damp.

801506