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Draperies
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Remove hooks and weights before washing.
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Choose heat for fabric and allow space in the dryer for tumbling.
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Some draperies may be removed when slightly damp and hung immediately.
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Lined draperies should be dry-cleaned because they have a tendency to pucker.
Knit Articles
Cottons
Synthetic Fibers
Wool
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 items
shrink from overdrying, rewet them and dry properly.
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Choose AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE or TIME DRY cycle.
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Remove slightly damp to minimize ironing.
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Reshape, smooth seams and pockets, etc.
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Choose AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE or AUTOMATIC PERMANENT PRESS/KNITS
cycle.
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Turn inside out to prevent pilling.
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Dry sweaters only with similar fabrics because they are lint receivers.
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Make sure the load is large enough for tumbling.
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Dry completely and remove from dryer immediately to minimize wrinkling.
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Choose DELICATE or NO HEAT Fabric Selector setting.
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For wool labeled “machine washable,” follow manufacturer’s directions. For other wool,
use wool blanket method.
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Do not dryer dry loosely knit wool or hand knits.
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Dry flat and stretch to shape from a pattern drawn before washing.
Lingerie
Cotton
Elastic
Foam Rubber
(Bras, bathing suits,
sun suits, etc.)
Spandex
Stretch Fabrics
Synthetic Fibers
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Choose AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE cycle.
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Elastic may be dried as for fabric.
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Do not overdry.
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DO NOT dry foam rubber items in the dryer with heat. Fire may result. Use NO HEAT
Fabric Selector setting only.
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Choose DELICATE or NO HEAT Fabric Selector setting.
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Do not overdry.
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Choose heat for the most delicate fiber.
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Dry completely as stretch fabrics will stretch into shape.
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Avoid drying with lint shedding fabrics.
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Choose TIME DRY cycle. Use DELICATE Fabric Selector setting.
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Some sheer fabrics, especially sheer knits, can be heat sensitive. Dry until just dry
(about 10 minutes) and remove from dryer immediately.
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Sheer fabrics should not be washed and dried with garments containing hooks or
zippers.
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Manufactured fabrics will create static electricity if overdried.
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Use fabric softener and avoid overdrying.
Type of Load
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