GE DDE9200G Use And Care Manual page 11

PROBIXM POSSX3LE CAUSEAND REMEDY
SHRINKAGE,
Relaxation shrinkage canoccur in knit fabrics that have been improperly stretched
KNITS and elongated by the manufacturer. When this occurs, garment maybe pressed back into
shape after each wash and dry cycle.
Progressive or delayed shrinkage is caused when starch or sizing (in some fabrics) is
gradually removed by laundering. Maybe noticed in older garments that have been
launderedmanytimes withoutpreviousshrinkage.Treatas 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 camot be corrected, but it can be prevented by
washing in cold or warm water; drying on low heat.
WRINKLING IN
Leaving clothes in dryer after tumbling stops. Remove clothes promptly and hang
PERMANENT PRESS them immediately.
AND "NO-IRON"
ITEMS
Tw many items in dryer. Dry only one washer load at a time. Do not combine loads.
Tm fewitems in dryer. If drying only one article, add two or more similar articles, even
if dry, to insure proper tumbling.
Improper loads. Avoidlaundering hea~ 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.
Toomy clothes in w~her. Items must have r~m to move fredy. Permanent Press
loads should alwaysbe smaller than regular loads.. .no more than medium loads.
u= of~comct ~h ~d @ ~cles. use pe~ment aess Wuh Cycle which provides
a coddmvn rinse to minimize wrinkling. AIso, use Permanent Press Dry Cycle.
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