Cause Comments Recommendations Location
High solvent relative humidity Do not exceed 80% solvent relative humidity. This is especially important for cotton, wool and rayon due to their high absorption capacity. Determine source of moisture and resolve. Run loads of predried rags through 2 or 3 complete cycles. Rinse solvent and/or dryer
Damp fabrics Dry garments will adsorb moisture from a wet solvent more readily than wet garments will release moisture to a charged solvent that is dry. Process garments for the recommended cleaning time. Maintain recommended charge.
Hard and/or long extraction Pressure from centrifugal force and weight of the solvent is exerted on the fabrics Extract at the recommended time and speed
Overloading Crowded garments tend to crumple, ball, tangle and fold Do not exceed weight and bulk limits of machine
High drying temperature Especially true of synthetic fabrics. Heat sensitive synthetics become soft and pliable and can develop hard-set wrinkles when exposed to the weight of other garments. Maintain normal drying temperature (120°F to 150°F depending on fabric type)
Allowing warm or hot garments to remain in the hamper or tumbler for an extended period Promotes high heat, moisture and pressure Don't shortcut cool down cycle. Remove garments immediately and place on hangers. Do not allow them to remain in the hamper.

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