Do not wash fiberglass materials in your washer. Glass particles could stick to the next load and cause skin irritation. Garments are labeled �Hand Wash� because: l The fiber or construction may be sensitive to agitation. l The fabric contains sensitive dyes that may bleed, Properly sort wash, then use your Hand Wash cycle, for gentle washing. Follow care label directions for drying. Items susceptible to shrinkage should be dried flat. Block by gently stretching to original measurements. Woolens tend to shrink more the first time they are washed. This is normal. Knits are comfortable to wear because they stretch. However, this means that knits are more likely to be stretched and damaged when washed (especially bulky knits). Knits made of synthetic fabrics such as polyester, nylon, and acrylic tend to keep their original shape more than a knit made of cotton or ramie. 1. Close zippers, fasten hooks and eyes to prevent snagging. 2. Wash small loads to reduce pilling and lint. Washing feather pillows is not recommended unless they are dryer dried. 1. Add detergent, then partially fill washer with water; agitate until detergent is dissolved. 2. Place two pillows on opposite sides of the agitater to balance the load. 3. Allow washer to fill completely and continue through the cycle. 4. Stop the washer occasionally to press air from item(s) being washed. Treat as delicate items. Wash in warm water. Wash small items in a mesh bag. Do not wash cotton-filled comforters unless they are quilted or stitched; tucked cotton batting tends to slip and become lumpy. 1. Shake or vacuum to remove loose dirt. 2. Wash more than one small rug at a time. If you wash only one rug, add bath towels to balance the load. A larger rug should be distributed around the agitator to balance the load. 1. Wash only one or two items at a time. Load evenly around the agitator. 2. Stop the washer occasionally to press air from item(s) being washed. 3. Two rinses may be necessary.
