Electric Blankets-Care and Laundering
Care
-Read the manufacturer's instructions before using the
blanket.
-Do not use an electric blanket for an infant,
handicapped person or one who is insensitive to heat.
-Keep small children and pets away from the blanket. It
is an electrical appliance that can be damaged.
-Turn off the blanket when it is not in use.
-Do not tuck-in, bunch-up, or fold over the wired area of
the blanket.
-Do not lie on top of an electric blanket with the
control on because there is a possibility of getting
burned or damaging the electrical wiring.
-Do not use pins, they may damage the wiring.
-Do not dry-clean electric blankets; follow
manufacturer's care instructions.
-To prevent damage to wiring, never store anything
heavy on top of blanket, and never put moth repellents
in with it.
Laundering
Laundering an electric blanket is as easy as
laundering a regular blanket. Follow the specific
manufacturer's care instructions for best results.
Machine wash for a limited period of time; generally
one to five minutes is suggested. Dissolve detergent in
the suggested water temperature before placing the
blanket in the washer; do not use bleach. Evenly
distribute the blanket in the washing machine. Use a
regular cold water rinse and spin cycle. If a
conventional washing machine is used, do not use wringer
to extract the water.
OR
Hand wash by soaking the blanket for 15 minutes in
detergent and lukewarm water. Squeeze the suds through
the blanket. Rinse in cold water at least twice. Do not
vigorously twist or wring the blanket.
Machine dry by preheating the dryer at medium
temperature. Add the blanket and allow it to tumble dry
for ten minutes. Most manufacturers suggest the damp
blanket finish drying by draping the blanket over two
parallel lines. Use both hand to straighten and pull into
shape.
Electric mattress pads and footwarmer pads probably
can be washed in similar manner, BUT follow directions on
care tag that came with the articles.