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special laundry tips
special laundry tips
Please follow the care label or manufacturer’s instructions for drying special
items. If care label instructions are not available, use the following information as
a guide.
Bedspreads & Comforters
•
Follow the care label instructions or dry on the Normal cycle and
High temperature.
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Make sure the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing.
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May require repositioning to ensure even drying.
Blankets
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Use Normal cycle and dry only one blanket at a time for best
tumbling action.
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Make sure the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing.
Curtains & Draperies
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Use the Perm Press cycle and Low or Extra Low temperature to help
minimize wrinkling.
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Dry these in small loads for best results and remove as soon as
possible.
Cloth Diapers
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Use the Normal cycle and the High temperature settings for soft,
fluffy diapers.
Down–filled Items (jackets,
sleeping bags, comforters,
etc.)
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Use the Normal cycle and the Low or Extra Low temperature setting.
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Adding a couple of dry towels shortens drying time and absorbs
moisture.
Foam Rubber (rug backs,
stuffed toys, shoulder pads,
etc.)
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DO NOT dry on a heat setting. Use the Air Fluff cycle (no heat).
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WARNING – Drying a rubber item with heat may damage it or be a
fire hazard.
Pillows
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Use the Normal cycle.
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Add a couple of dry towels to help the tumbling action and to fluff the
item.
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DO NOT dry kapok or foam pillows in the Dryer.
Use the Air Fluff cycle.
Plastics (shower curtains,
outdoor furniture covers,
etc.)
•
Use the Air Fluff cycle or the Time Dry cycle and the Low or Extra
Low temperature settings depending on the care label instructions.
THINGS TO AVOID :
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Fiberglass items (curtains, draperies, etc.).
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Woolens, unless recommended on the label.
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Vegetable or cooking oil-soaked items.
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