Alliance Laundry Systems TLW2021N - Manual (Page 19)

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Washing Special Items
NOTE: Always Follow Manufacturer’s Care Label
Instructions.
Bedding • Warm wash and warm rinse.
• Use DELICATE cycle.
• Pretreat heavily soiled areas before washing.
• When washing an electric blanket, protect the plug by stitching the edge of the
blanket over the plug. Only dry in dryer if manufacturer says it can be done.
Diapers • 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 cloth diapers.
• Use an all-purpose, low-sudsing detergent.
Draperies, Curtains, Slip Covers • Shake to remove dust. Remove hooks and close zippers.
• Sun-damaged draperies and curtains will not withstand washing.
• Use warm water.
• Wash curtains frequently. They can be weakened from soil, fumes, dust, and
the sun.
• Fiberglass curtains need gentle care. Read care label to see if washable. Some
fiberglass curtains should be hand washed.
Pillows
(Feather and Down) • Do not wash pillows unless they can be dried in dryer. They may mildew if not
dried completely.
• Use warm wash, cold rinse and low-sudsing detergent.
Rugs • Shake before washing. Do not use hot water on rubber-backed rugs.
• Wash two or three rugs to balance the washer.
Slips and Nightgowns • Wash often using all-purpose detergent, warm or hot water and cold rinse on
the PERMANENT PRESS cycle.
• To keep nylons and polyesters white, wash only with whites and use chlorine
bleach occasionally.
• Use fabric softener to remove static electricity.
Shoes • Most shoes made of cloth and rubber can be washed.
• Use the REGULAR cycle and warm water.
• Wash with towels to balance the load.
Small Items • Wash small items such as baby socks in a mesh garment bag.
Cotton Knits • Unless the label indicates it is preshrunk, cotton knits will probably shrink to
some degree.
• Wash water should be hot or warm, suitable for color and soil.
• Rinse water should be cold.
Rayon Knits • Rayon stretches and shrinks easily. Treat as a delicate fabric and wash gently.
Synthetic Fiber Knits • These items will generally keep their shape.
• Make sure trimmings (including belts) are machine washable, seams are not
puckered, and zippers and trimmings are well fastened.
Knits of Manufactured Fibers • Use PERMANENT PRESS cycle.
• Wash water should be warm, or suitable for color and soil.
• Rinse water should be cold.
• Do not wash with lint-shedding fabrics.
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