What mode should I use to wash a down jacket in a Samsung washing machine?

If a down jacket gets dirty, it’s easier and faster to “deal with” it at home: put it in the washing machine and start the automatic cycle. The machine will do everything itself, the main thing is to follow several important rules and protect the item from possible deformation and damage. To avoid surprises, you need to properly prepare the item and select a mode for washing your down jacket in a Samsung washing machine. It is also important to find a suitable detergent, set the necessary parameters and dry the product properly. We suggest you understand the process right now.

Rules for caring for a specific down jacket

There is no rush to machine wash - first you need to understand whether the down jacket can withstand the test of an automatic machine. Not all jackets can be washed in a washing machine; moreover, some jacket models do not tolerate moisture at all. In order not to risk the product, you should carefully study the factory label, on which the manufacturer indicates the nuances of caring for a specific item.

Permission to machine wash is given by the presence on the tag of the appropriate inscription or the image of a basin with water. If the basin is present, but only with a hand placed in it, then you cannot put the item in the machine - only manual washing is allowed. When there is a mark “dry clean only” or a basin with a cross through it, it is prohibited to wet the product. It is better to take such a down jacket to the dry cleaner.

Before washing, carefully study the label of the down jacket - if there is an icon of a crossed out basin or with a lowered hand, then you should refuse to wash it in the machine!

Factory recommendations cannot be ignored.This is the only way the down jacket will last a long time and will not lose its original appearance and ability to retain heat. You should also focus on the current state of the product. If the jacket is clearly “bad”, the seams are coming apart, feathers and fluff are coming out, then it is strongly not recommended to put the item in the washing machine. Otherwise, rotating the drum will aggravate the problem and completely ruin the down jacket.

We make do with dry cleaning

In some cases, you can do without the help of a washing machine. As a rule, if there are local stains, it is much safer to wash the item by hand, treating only the dirty areas. For minor stains, it is recommended to give preference to a “dry” wash using salt, water, dish gel or glass cleaner.

Machine washing washes the down jacket evenly and removes even the most stubborn stains.

But you should understand that cleaning certain areas has its “disadvantages”. Firstly, stains and stains from detergents may appear. Secondly, there may be strong differences in color between cleaned and untouched areas of the fabric. Thirdly, dry washing will not cope with strong and large-scale stains and will not eliminate the unpleasant odor. For uniform and comprehensive cleaning, it is better to use a washing machine.

What kind of powder will we use?

When washing down jackets, you should not use regular powder - specially developed gels are needed. Everyday compositions are not intended for natural filler; they destroy its structure, and leave streaks and stains on the facial fabric. In order not to spoil the item, you should find a product marked “for down products” on the label.

Specialized gel formulations contain special components that remove dirt without harming the fabric and filler. Moreover, they protect the structure of the fluff and preserve its fat layer. There will be no problems purchasing the product - manufacturers offer a wide range of gels and balms for down jackets.

• "Profkhim". It is a domestic gel for hand and machine washing of down products. It is inexpensive and sold in 200 ml bottles, which is enough for 3-4 washes. Thanks to its active composition, the product fights dirt of any severity without damaging the insulation and fabric of the item. But there is a serious “minus” - the liquid has a rather pungent odor.
• "Nordland". A German product designed for washing down sportswear, ski suits and overalls. Effectively removes stains without damaging the filler or facing material. Sold in containers of 750 ml, used sparingly, 75-100 ml per cycle. If the dosage is observed, it does not leave streaks or odor. Suitable for any type of insulation, both natural and synthetic.
• Salton Sport. Shampoo for washing down jackets made of membrane fabric, as well as pillows and blankets. It differs favorably in that, thanks to special technology, it preserves the heat-retaining and ventilation properties of the material, and also delicately cleans down and removes all foreign odors. Due to the presence of a special impregnation, the gel protects clothes from future contamination. Sold in small volumes - 250 ml, which on average is enough for 2-4 cycles.

When using gels for washing down jackets, it is important to follow the recommended dosage!

• "Heitmann Daunen-Waschpflege".An excellent product made in Germany. Sold in 250 ml bottles costing about $4, and one package is enough for 5-6 cycles. It has a gel structure and is suitable for all types of washing, including machine washing. Eliminates even old stains, acting gently and carefully. It differs in that after using it there is no need to additionally beat the fluff (the main thing is to follow the rules for cleaning down products).
• "Weasel." The manufacturer offers a number of delicate gels with which you can safely “refresh” your down jacket. The soft formula does not threaten fluff, but does not cope with serious dirt. Therefore, before using the product, it is better to pre-treat stains locally, with traditional cleaners, laundry soap or special stain removers.
• "Domal Sport Fein Fashion". An inexpensive but effective gel that is suitable for washing down jackets, sportswear and shoes, and any woolen products. Easily eliminates extraneous odors, washes complex stains without harming fluff and membrane fabric. Additionally, it “beats up” the fibers, making things soft and fluffy. It is found in 750 ml bottles and is consumed in 9-10 washes on average.

All of the products listed are universal, so they are suitable for both hand and machine washing. The main thing is not to pour rinse aid or conditioner into the machine or basin. Remember that they may leave white streaks on the fabric.

Cooking thing

Before loading the down jacket into the drum, you should prepare it for washing. If you simply put an item in the machine, you can damage the fittings, not remove stains completely, and even ruin your favorite item. To prevent this from happening, remember a few important rules:

• first remove all detachable elements (belt, edges, hood, decor);
• Pre-treat heavy stains with stain remover or laundry soap, use a soft brush and leave for 15-20 minutes;
• fasten all zippers, buttons and rivets;
• We check pockets for forgotten items;
• seal the fittings with tape or cling film;
• turn the jacket inside out;
• place the down jacket in a protective bag (an old duvet cover will do).

Before washing in the machine, stubborn stains should be rubbed with laundry soap and left to “soak” for 15-20 minutes.

Having fulfilled all the conditions, you don’t have to worry about the final result - the down jacket is washed completely, without externally suffering. It is important not to save money and not wash jackets with other things. It is better to load the product “alone”, thereby ensuring it is fully washed, rinsed and spun.

Selecting a program

Due to the easily damaged filling, a down jacket is a delicate product. “Special status” does not allow the user to select the standard washing mode - otherwise the insulation will get tangled, crawl out, or cause the seams to separate. To avoid unpleasant consequences, you need to turn on only the special “Pooh” program.

If there is no “Fluff” button, you can get by with the most gentle alternatives: the “Silk”, “Wool” or “Delicate Wash” modes. The main thing is to observe certain cycle parameters:

• temperature up to 30-40 degrees;
• spin – minimum, 400-800;
• rinse – an additional cycle is added to the standard one (turn on “Double rinse” or duplicate the repeated water intake).

It is recommended to wash down items using the “Down”, “Silk”, “Wool” or “Delicate” mode.

Be prepared for the fact that washing your jacket will take a long time. The delicate program involves slow cleansing in a large volume of water with multi-stage rinsing. Only this approach will allow the material to avoid deformation and the fluff to retain its original properties.

Additional accessories

Experienced housewives strongly advise washing down products together with additional accessories - balls. It is believed that tennis balls or their rubber and silicone “colleagues” will break down clumps of fluff, preventing the filler from clumping. You just need to put one ball in each pocket, and put two more into the drum. The main thing is not to use heavy plastic balls that can tear or damage the fabric.

It is recommended to wash the down jacket with silicone balls, which will gently knock off the filling when the drum rotates.

But practice shows that the use of balls is not necessary. Whether the insulation will clump depends on the quality of the down jacket materials, the amount of detergent and the mode selected on the washing machine. If the jacket is made from natural down and expensive fabrics, and the cycle parameters are set correctly, then you can do without balls. Moreover, the lumps are easy to break up and fluff up after washing.

Do you need a spin?

When washing a down jacket, the spin cycle must be turned on. The fact is that it is extremely difficult to wring out a heavy jacket by hand, and without forcibly draining the water, the item will take a very long time to dry. As a result, the material becomes deformed and the filler acquires a moldy smell.

When washing a down jacket, it is important to set the spin cycle to 400-600 rpm.

But too much speed is harmful for down products.Rotation at high speed will destroy the structure of the down, break the feathers and cause the insulation to “crawl” out of the seams. Therefore, it is important to set the spin to a minimum, ideally 400 or 600. Do not forget that choosing the “800” or “1200” position will negatively affect not only the down jacket, but also the machine. A heavy thing is a weighty load for engine and bearing assembly.

Getting rid of moisture

After washing, you need to take care of drying. The down jacket is dried according to special rules, which are also best not to be neglected. We are talking about the following recommendations:

• do not use tumble dryers;
• refuse batteries and heating devices;
• hang the item on hangers or lay it out on a floor dryer (you cannot put a wet down jacket on a table or bedspread - full air conditioning must be ensured);
• do not dry in the bathroom where there is high humidity;
• place in a dry room with adequate ventilation;
• keep away from direct sunlight;
• the down jacket should be periodically shaken and hung from top to bottom and back to front to ensure thorough drying and avoid the down from clumping into clumps;
• make sure that drying does not last more than 2 days (otherwise the fluff will dry out, it will smell bad, and the fabric will become stained due to uneven drying);
• You can speed up drying by using a hairdryer.

You cannot dry a down jacket for more than two days - due to the remaining moisture, the down will dry out and smell unpleasant.

It is recommended to protect a dry down jacket by treating it with a special water-repellent spray. Such impregnation in the future will protect the item from getting wet, the appearance of persistent stains, streaks and unpleasant odors.

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