Whirlpool LSC9355EQ0 Use And Care Manual page 16

Washing special-care items
Most garments and household textiles have care labels with laundering instructions. Always
follow care label directions when they are available. Below are general washing instruc-
tions for some special washables.
ITEM CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Blankets Pretreat spots and stains. Select water temperature, cycle, and
(electric or woollen) time according to the type of blanket being washed. Two rinses
may be necessary. Check care label to see if manufacturer
recommends machine washing.
Curtains, drapes,
slipcovers
Wash small loads. Crowding may cause wrinkling. Replace
slipcovers while still slightly damp. They will dry to fit tightly.
NOTE: Sun-damaged curtains and draperies will tear whether
hand or machine washed.
Diapers
When using chlorine bleach for soaking, add extra detergent to the
load. Avoid overuse of fabric softeners - absorbency will be
reduced.
Elastic, spandex
Elastic picks up oil from the body. Oil can damage elastic. Wash
often to reduce the damage. Use warm water and sufficient
detergent to remove oils. Do not use chlorine bleach.
Flame-retardant
clothing
Hand washables
Items will be clearly labeled as flame-retardant. Follow
manufacturer's instructions to retain flame-retardant qualities.
Garments are labeled "Hand Wash" because:
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The fiber or construction may be sensitive to agitation.
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The fabric contains sensitive dyes that may bleed.
Properly sort and then use your Hand Washables cycle for gentle
washing. Follow care label directions for drying. Items that may
shrink should be dried flat. Block these items by gently stretching to
original measurements. Woolens tend to shrink more the first time
they are washed.
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