Whirlpool 3396311 - Manual (Page 17)

L A U N D R Y T I P S
Curtains,
slipcovers
• Draperies,
slipcovers
• Sheers, some
synthetic curtains
• Bonded or
laminated fabrics
Remove drapery weights and hooks before laundering.
For slipcovers, replace while still slightly damp. They will dry to fit tightly.
Dry only a few minutes.
1. Leave room in dryer for load to fluff.
2. Remove from dryer while slightly damp Do not overdry.
Dry only a few minutes.
Line dry these items.
Diapers, baby
clothes Wash and dry small items in a mesh bag c r pillowcase for convenient
handling.
1. Dry according to manufacturer’s instruc:ions.
2. Remove diapers and cotton knit items while still slightly damp. They
will feel softer, shrink less, and be easier to fold.
Elastic items Remove from dryer while still slightly dampi.
Fiberglass
materials Do not machine wash or dry fiberglass ma erials. Small particles can stick
to fabrics washed or dried in following loacs and cause skin irritation.
Flame-
retardant
finishes
Some items have been treated with a flam 5-retardant finish to improve
their resistance to burning. Such items are clearly labeled. To retain
flame-retardant qualities through continuoi s use and washing, clean and
dry according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Napped Items Dry separately or with similar colors to avo d lint transfer. Follow care
label directions.
1. Dry according to manufacturer’s instructions.
2. Remove from dryer while there is still a race of moisture.
3. Smooth, reshape and air dry before putting away.
• Corduroy,
velveteen
Quilted, down-
filled Items
Follow care label instructions.
1. Dry one at a time.
2. Remove from dryer and shake or fluff th 5 item during the drying cycle.
3. Smooth and reshape before putting away.
Snowsuits,
Jackets
• Nylon,
polyester-base
Check label for fiber content, then follow c£ re label directions.
Dry according to manufacturer’s instructions.
1. Dry garment for about 10 minutes. Remove and turn inside out. Dry for
10 more minutes.
2. Remove from dryer immediately and hang on a nonrusting hanger to
finish drying. This will help eliminate wrii kies.
Tinted, dyed or
noncolorfast
items Dry according to fabric, weight and care lake! instructions. Wipe the dryer
drum carefully to remove any dye or lint that can be transferred to other
loads. See “Cleaning the dryer interior” on page 12.
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