Washing Special Items . . .

Always Follow Manufacturer’s Care Label Instructions

Bedding

• Warm wash and warm rinse, if available.

 

• PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS cycle.

 

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Pretreat heavily soiled areas before washing.

 

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When washing an electric blanket, protect the plug by stitching the edge of the

 

 

blanket over the plug. Only dryer dry if manufacturer says it can be done.

 

 

 

Diapers

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Rinse out diapers immediately in cold water and soak in a diaper pail with a small

 

 

amount of detergent or enzyme presoak. Soak before washing.

 

• Limit wash load to two dozen diapers.

 

• Recommend an all-purpose detergent.

 

 

Draperies, Curtains,

• Shake to remove dust. Remove hooks and close zippers.

Slip Covers

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Sun-damaged draperies and curtains will not withstand washing.

 

• Use warm water.

 

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Wash curtains frequently. They can be weakened from soil, fumes, dust, and the sun.

 

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Fiberglass curtains need gentle care. Read care label to see if washable. Some

 

 

fiberglass curtains should be hand washed.

 

 

Pillows

• Do not wash pillows unless they can be dryer dried. They may mildew if not dried

(Feather and Down)

 

completely.

 

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Wash two pillows at a time or add towels for balance.

 

• Use warm wash and cold rinse.

 

 

Rugs

• Shake before washing. Do not use hot water on rubber-backed rugs.

 

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Wash two or three rugs to balance the washer.

 

 

 

Slips and Nightgowns

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Wash often using all-purpose detergent, warm or hot water and cold rinse on the

 

 

PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS cycle.

 

• To keep nylons and polyesters white, wash only with whites and use chlorine bleach

 

 

occasionally.

 

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Use fabric softener in the rinse to remove static electricity.

 

 

 

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