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Common Drying ProblemsMany drying problems involve poor cleaning results, poor soil and stain removal, residues of lint and scum, andfabric damage. For satisfactory drying results, follow these suggestions provided by The Soap and DetergentAssociation.PROBLEMPOSSIBLE CAUSESSOLUTIONSPREVENTIVE MEASURESGreasy, oilystains• Fabric softener sheet.• Rub fabric softener stainswith bar soap. Rinse andrewash.• Add a few bath towels to smallloads for proper tumbling.• Some "silk-like" fabrics shouldbe air dried.• Use proper drying temperature.• Place fabric softener sheet ontop of load before starting thedryer.Lint• Overloading.• Overdrying causesstatic electricity.• Lint screen not cleanwhen cycle began.• Lint is attached to"pills."• Reduce load size andrewash using liquid fabricsoftener in the final rinse.• Or, add a fabric softenersheet and tumble withoutheat.• Use lint brush or roller toremove lint.• Do not overload dryer.• Use fabric softener in washer ordryer to reduce static electricity.• Remove items when they areslightly damp to avoidoverdrying.• Check that lint screen is cleanand in place.Pilling(Fibers breakoff, ball upand cling tofabric.)• Pilling is normal withsynthetic andpermanent pressfabrics. This is due toabrasion from normalwear.• Use a lint brush or shaverto remove pills.• Use fabric softener to lubricatefibers.• When ironing, use spray starchor fabric finish on collars andcuffs.• Turn items inside out to reduceabrasion.Shrinking• Overdrying.• Irreversible condition.• Follow fabric care labeldirections.• If shrinking is a concern, checkload often.• Remove items while slightlydamp and hang or lay flat tocomplete drying.• Block knits into shape.Wrinkling• Overloading.• Leaving items in dryerafter cycle ends.• Reduce load size andtumble at medium or lowheat for 5-10 minutes.• Remove itemsimmediately. Hang or fold.• Do not overload dryer.• Remove items as soon as cycleends.32