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Washing Special Items . . .
Always Follow Manufacturer’s Care Label Instructions
Bedding • Warm wash and rinse.
• PERMANENT PRESS cycle.
• Pretreat heavily soiled areas before washing.
• When washing an electric blanket, protect the plug by stitching the edge of the
blanket over the plug. Only dryer dry if manufacturer says it can be done.
Diapers • Rinse out diapers immediately in cold water and soak in a diaper pail with a
small amount of detergent or enzyme presoak. Soak before washing.
• Limit wash load to two dozen diapers.
• Recommend an all-purpose detergent.
Draperies, Curtains, • Shake to remove dust. Remove hooks and close zippers.
Slip Covers • Sun-damaged draperies and curtains will not withstand washing.
• Use warm water.
• Wash curtains frequently. They can be weakened from soil, fumes, dust,
and the sun.
• Fiberglass curtains need gentle care. Read care label to see if washable.
Some fiberglass curtains should be hand washed.
Pillows • Do not wash pillows unless they can be dryer dried. They may mildew if not
(Feather and down) dried completely.
• Wash two pillows at a time or add towels for balance.
• Use warm wash and detergent.
Rugs • Shake before washing. Do not use hot water on rubber-backed rugs.
• Wash two or three rugs to balance the washer.
• Fabric softener in the rinse will help eliminate static.
Slips and Gowns • Wash often using all-purpose detergent, warm or hot water and cold rinse on
the PERMANENT PRESS cycle.
• To keep nylons and polyesters white, wash only with whites and use chlorine
bleach occasionally.
• Use fabric softener in the rinse to remove static electricity.