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The Problem Solver(continued)
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
YELLOWED
● Chlorine bleach may yellow some fabrics with resin finishes. Use oxygen bleoch (such
CL~HES
as Clorox 2 brand). Refer to Garment Manufacturers’ Care Instructions. Restore color
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using color remover (such as Rit or Tintex brands), follow package directions.
c Iron or manganese in water may cause overall yellowing or yeilow spots.
1. Use extra detergent plus a non-precipitating water softener dissolved in water
before adding clothes. Use non-chlorine bleach.
2. Have a special filter or chemical feeder installed in your home to remove iron and
manganese from water.
3. Run hot water for a few minutes to clean iron residue buildup in lines: drain water
heater occasionally.
4. To remove spots: spread stained portion over pan of boiling water and squeeze
lemon juice through stain. To remove overall yellow, use a commercially avaikible
rust scale remover, following package instructions. If porcelain damage can occur.
do not use in the washer; use a plastic container.
BLUE OR GRAY
● Improper use of fabric softener. Never pour fabric softener directly on clothes:
COLOR STAINS
always dilute before adding to rinse water. Dilute softener before filling your Fabric
Softener Dispenser. (See page 9.) Also, do not lift lid during spin. This may cause
improper dispensing, resulting in stains. To remove stains: dampen stained area and rub
with undiluted liquid detergent. Re-wash, using chlorine bleach if safe for thbric.
SHRINKAGE,
● Some fabrics will shrink whether washed in a washer or by hand; others may be satkl y
GENERAL
washed but will shrink in a dryer. Follow Garment Manufacturers’ Care instructions
exactly. If in doubt, do not machine wash or dry.
SHRINKAGE,
c Relaxation shrinkage can occur in knit fabrics that have been improperly stretched
KNITS
and elongated by the manufacturer. When this occurs, garment may be pressed back into
shape afkr each wash and dry qcle.
● 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
washed many times without previous shrinkage. Treat as for Relaxation Shrinkage above.
● Shrinkage caused by overheating occurs in certain knit fabrics that have been heat-
shaped. When washing, drying or ironing temperatures exceed the tempemtures used
to shape set, shrinkage may occur. This cannot be corrected, but it can be prevented by
washing in cool or warm water; drying on Low or Delicate heat.
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