A Short Course in Using Vended Laundry Equipment

Drying a quick reference for single load and stack dryers

Observe safety instructions. Insert coins (into slide or drop) or card 1 6into reader. If using a central control card reader, it is required to key in the number of the laundry unit to be used. 2Clean lint filter before each load. 7Push start pad or button to start dryer. 3Place clothes in dryer. Stop dryer at any time by opening door. To restart, close door and push start pad. Close loading door. 8 4

Set temperature by selecting Normal 5(high temp.), Permanent Press (medium temp.), Delicates (low temp.) or Tumble

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Washing a quick reference for topload and frontload washers

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1.Select Wash Temperature HOT, WARM, COLD. 2.Select Fabric Type NORMAL, PERM PRESS, DELICATE. start pad. 3.Load Supply Dispenser (See Instructions Below). 4.Load Clothes. 8 5.Insert Coin(s) / Card. 6.To Start Washer-Close Door and Push Start. DISPENSER INSTRUCTIONS

1.Open Dispenser Door. 3 2.Load Supplies in Proper Compartment (as Indicated). gent manufacturer’s recommended 3.Close Dispenser Door. 1 2

1.Detergent 2.Liquid Bleach 3.Fabric Softener amount if using non- detergent 685942

Loading door must be closed to start Load the washtub loosely with dry clothes. washer. Fabric softener may be added 3 9when rinse light comes on (top load washer only). 4Close loading door. Cycle completion of top load. To stop Set fabric selector to Normal, Permanent washer at any time, open the loading door. Press or Delicate.

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Washing Tips getting the most out of your washer Using Detergents Pretreat/Soak Look for stains and heavily soiled areas and treat before washing. Most stains come out right away when fresh. Apply a liquid laundry Detergents Follow recommended usage instructions on detergent detergent to collars, cuffs, heavily soiled areas and greasy stains, or saturate for top load washing. For most detergents the recommended amount is the area with a pre-spotter. If items are heavily soiled, soak them before 1/2 cup. washing. Use laundry detergent for short soaks. Use a pre-soak product Front load washers need a different type of detergent. for 30-minute-to-overnight soaking. After soaking or treating, wash the IMPORTANT: If you are using a detergent formulated for top loaders, use items immediately. only 1/2 the detergent manufacturer’s recommended amount. Water Temperature Bleach Chlorine bleach is one of the most effective stain removers, Whites = Hot Permanent Press = Warm Colors = Cold brighteners and disinfectants available. Dilute one part chlorine bleach Heavily soiled clothes need hot water while cold water is appropriate for to four parts water. This solution can be added to the washtub of a top lightly soiled items and bright or dark colored clothes. Keep in mind that load washer after the wash fill and agitation have begun, or in the some powdered detergents do not dissolve completely in water. Liquid dispenser of a front load washer. Do not use bleach on any garment detergents dissolve much better. where the label warns against it. Fabric Softeners Fabric softeners add softness and remove static Sorting electricity that causes synthetics to cling. Most liquid softeners must be diluted with water before they’re added to the final rinse. If they aren’t, Sorting the Loads Sorting clothes properly is important. Group together they will leave stains on clothes. There are a variety of dryer-added fabric items that can be washed at the same water temperature, agitation and softeners also. Follow label directions when using these products. If improp- spin speed. Sort by the type of fabric, garment construction, degree of erly used, they can stain clothing. Both dryer-added and liquid fabric softener soil, color (keep whites separate), and the fabric’s lint-shedding properties. stains can be removed with bar soap. First dampen the fabric, rub with bar Shake dirt and sand out of trouser cuffs. Turn pockets inside out. soap, then launder. NOTE: Fabric softener reduces suds. Remove perishable trim. Check for buckles or pins that may rust. Mend tears — small holes become larger after washing. Tie belts and sashes. Close hooks and zippers so they won’t catch on other garments.

Drying Tips Safety Tips the dos and don’ts of drying instructions for safe laundering

Sorting the Loads Clothes that are washed together usually can be Don’t place items containing plastic, vinyl, rubber or foam rubber in dried together. Don’t dry “lint-givers” and “lint-receivers” in the same load. 1 the dryer. Load Size The size of the load is as important in the dryer as it is in the washer. Overloading the dryer slows drying action. It can extend drying Do not put articles soiled with vegetable or cooking oil in the washer time and cause excessive wrinkling. If you’re drying a small load, add a few 2or dryer, as these oils may not be removed during washing. Due to the bath towels or other items. This helps the tumbling action. remaining oil, the fabric may catch fire by itself.

More Efficient Drying Always clean the lint filter before drying. If you don’t, the airflow can be reduced and drying time will increase. Don’t use the washer or dryer for items that have been pre-spotted 3or cleaned at home with flammable fluids. Don’t Overdry Remove clothes from the dryer before they’re completely dry. Overdried clothes may be harsh and wrinkled if all the natural moisture is removed. Knits, especially cotton ones, can shrink if overdried. Make sure all wax and cleaning chemicals have been thoroughly washed Remove regular cotton sheets and pillowcases with a trace of moisture 4from cleaning clothes before the clothes are placed in the dryer. remaining. Fold and smooth them and they may not need ironing. Remove clothes you plan to iron while they’re damp. This eliminates the need for sprinkling and conserves energy. 5Don’t let children play in or around the washer or dryer.