Kleenmaid LTKA6 - Manual (Page 32)

Dryer Use and Care
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Type of Load Special Instructions
Draperies Remove hooks and weights before washing. Choose heat for fabric and allow space in
the dryer for tumbling. Some draperies may be removed when slightly damp and hung
immediately. Lined draperies should be dry cleaned because they have a tendency to
pucker.
Knit Articles
Cottons
Synthetic Fibres
Wool
Knit fabrics are usually manufactured under tension (stretching). Cotton knits
especially may relax or draw together if every bit of moisture is removed from them. It
is best to take them out of the dryer with a trace of moisture remaining, then stretch to
shape. If they do shrink from overdrying, rewet them and dry properly.
AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE or TIME DRY cycle. Remove slightly damp to
minimize ironing. Reshape, smooth seams and pockets, etc.
AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE or AUTOMATIC PERMANENT PRESS/
KNITS cycle. Turn inside out to prevent “pilling” (the rolling up of the fibre ends from
friction). Dry sweaters only with similar things because they tend to attract lint. Make
sure the load is large enough for tumbling. Dry completely and remove from dryer
immediately to minimize wrinkling.
DELICATE or AIR FLUFF/NO HEAT Fabric Selector settings. For wool labeled
“machine washable,” follow manufacturer’s directions. For other wool, use wool
blanket method. Do not dryer dry loosely knit wool or hand knits. Dry these flat and
stretch to shape from a pattern drawn before washing.
Lingerie
Cotton
Elastic
Foam Rubber
Spandex
Stretch Fabrics
Synthetic Fibres
AUTOMATIC REGULAR/DELICATE cycle.
Body oils can cause elastic to deteriorate. Wash garments containing elastic frequently.
Elastic in such things as shorts may be dried as for fabric, but avoid overdrying.
Bras, bathing suits, sun suits, etc. DO NOT DRY THESE ITEMS IN THE DRYER
WITH HEAT, FIRE MAY RESULT. AIR FLUFF/NO HEAT Fabric Selector setting
may be used.
Most girdles (control briefs or shapers) today are made from Spandex. Use DELICATE
or AIR FLUFF/NO HEAT Fabric Selector setting. Do not overdry.
Choose heat for the most delicate fibre. These may be dried completely as they will
stretch into shape. Avoid drying with lint-shedding fabrics.
TIME DRY cycle. Use DELICATE Fabric Selector setting. Some sheer fabrics,
especially sheer knits, can be heat sensitive. Dry these until they are just dry (about 10
minutes) and remove from dryer immediately. Sheer fabrics should not be washed and
dried with garments containing hooks or zippers. Man-made fabrics will create static
electricity if overdried. To prevent this, use fabric softener and avoid overdrying.
Mattress Pads The materials in mattress pads is made of either cotton or synthetic fibres. Read the
fibre content label, found on your mattress pad, to determine what type of fibre was
used to manufacture the pad. READ AND CAREFULLY FOLLOW the fabric care
instructions supplied by the mattress pad manufacturer. Some pads made of synthetic
fibres are very heat sensitive. These pads can be flammable if overheated or overdried.
TO AVOID A FIRE HAZARD, DO NOT OVERDRY mattress pads. Remove pads
from the dryer while they are still damp.