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Always read garment labels and follow the manufacturer’s ironing instructions.
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Sort the articles to
be
ironed according lo the type of fabric.
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Garments
requiring
low temperature
and steam should be ironed first to avoid damaging
garments with a too-hot iron.
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If
you are unsure of the fabric content of the garment, test a small area such as a seam or facing
before ironing
a visible area.
Start with a low temperature and gradually increase the heat to find
the
best
setting.
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When
changing the temperature from a high setting to a
low
setting.
allow approximatety
5 minutes for the lower temperature to be reached.
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When
steam
ironing, use long
slow glides. This will allow the steam to penetrate the fabric
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while it
allows
the heat of the
soleplate to dry out the moisture.
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To iron linens, turn
garment
inside out. Be
careful
not to use a too-hot iron as lining may melt or
stick
to
soleplate.
? To iron
zippers,
use
an ironing
cloth or make sure the zipper is closed and iron over the flap.
Never iron directly over an unprotected zipper.
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Use the
following
chart to select
the
best setting and
method
for the fabric you plan to iron.
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