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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
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have
been improperly stretched
KNITS and elongated by the manufacturer. When this occurs, garment maybe pressed back into
shape
each wash and dry cycle.
Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some fabrics) is
gradually removed by laundering. Maybe noticed in older garments that have been
laundered many times without previous shrinkage. Treat as for
Shrinkage above.
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Shrinkage caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have been
shaped. When washing, drying or ironing exceed the temperatures used to
shape set, shrinkage may occur. This cannot be corrected, but it can be prevented by
washing in cold or warm water; drying on low heat.
Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Remove clothes promptly and hang
PERMANENT PRESS them immediately.
AND “NO-IRON”
ITEMS
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many items in dryer. only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads.
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Too few items in dryer. If drying only one article, add two or more similar articles, even
to insure proper tumbling.
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Improper loads. Avoid laundering heavy Permanent Press items, such as work clothes,
with lighter Permanent Press items, such as shirts or blouses. Do not wash or dry
Permanent Press with regular laundry.
Too many clothes in washer. Items must have room to move freely. Permanent Press
loads should always be smaller than regular loads.. more than medium loads.
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Use of incorrect wash and dry cycles. Use Permanent Press Wash Cycle which provides
a cool-down rinse to minimize Also, use Permanent Press Dry Cycle.
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Incorrect water level. Use large water level for medium load; medium level or
for small load.
Washing in too hot water. Wash in cool or warm water with plenty
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