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PROBLE.M
SHRINKAGE,
KNITS
WRINKLING IN
PERMANENT PRESS
AND "NO-IRON"
ITEMS
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
Relaxation shrinkage
can occur in knit fabrics that have been
improperly
stretched
and elongated by the manufacturer. When this occurs, garment maybe pressed back into
shape after each wash and dry cycle.
Progressive or delayed
shrinkage
iscaused
When
sbrch or
s izing (in
some fabrics) is
gradually removed by laundering. Maybe noticed in older garments that have been
launderedmanytimes without
previous shrinkage. Treat as
for RelaxationShrinkageabove.
Shrinkage caused by overheating
occurs in certain
knit
fabrics that have been heat-
shaped. When washing, drying or ironing temperatures 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
them immediately.
c Too many items in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads.
Too few items in dryer. If drying only one article, add two or more similar articles, even
if dry, to insure proper tumbling.
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.. .no more than medium loads.
Use of incorrect wash and dry cycles. Use Permanent Press Wash Cycle which provides
a cool-down rinse to minimize wrinkling. Also, use Permanent Press Dry Cycle.
Incorrect water level. Use large water level for medium load; medium level or half full
for small load.
Washing repeatedly in too hot water. Wash in cool or warm water with plenty of detergent.
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