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PREPARING
CLOTHES
FOR WASHING
AND
DRYING
Follow these recommendations
to
help save on utility bills and prolong
the life of your garments.
WASHING
AND
DRYING
TIPS
• Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to
avoid snagging other items. Remove
heat-sensitive
trim that can be damaged
by drying. Tie string.,; and sashes so
they will not tangle. Mend tears, loose
hems, and seams.
,, Check garments for spots and stains
left after washing. Do not tumble these
items. Heat may permanently
set stains.
,, Check pockets before washing or drying.
Sharp or metal objects can damage your
washer interior or dq/er drum. Do not
lay these objects on your laundry cen-
ter; they can damage the finish. Turn
pockets of heavy items inside out for
even drying.
• Turn synthetic knits inside out before
washing to avoid pilling.
• Stained or wet garments
should be
washed promptly for best results.
• Place small items such as baby socks
or hankies in laundry bag for easier
removal.
• Articles to be ironed should be removed
from the dryer while .,;tillslightly damp.
SORTING
• Separate heavily soiled items from
lightly soiled ones, even if they
would normally be washed together.
Separate lint givers (towels, chenille)
from lint takers (corduroy, synthetics,
permanent
press). When possible,
turn lint givers inside out.
• Separate dark colors from light colors,
colorfast items from non-colorfast items.
• Sort by fabric and construction
(sturdy cottons, knits, delicate items).
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