Maintaining your IMETEC R1502 Heated Underblanket correctly ensures both its longevity and your safety. Here's a straightforward guide to washing and drying it, based on the manufacturer's instructions:
Before Washing:
- Unplug the control unit cable from the mains socket.
- Detach the control unit connector from the underblanket by pressing the grip levers on the connector sides.
Machine Washing:
- Wash the underblanket in a washing machine at 30°C on a delicate cycle.
- Use only the delicate cycle for spinning; avoid additional spin cycles.
Tumble Drying:
- Tumble dry on a delicate cycle at a moderate temperature.
- Remove from the tumble dryer at the end of the cycle and reshape it to its original size.
- Allow the underblanket to fully air-dry before using it again.
Air Drying:
- Stretch the underblanket to its original size while it's still damp when drying on a clothes airer, working on opposite corners.
- Repeat this stretching as needed until completely dry.
- Dry flat on a clothes airer, away from direct sunlight; do not use pegs.
- Ensure the underblanket is completely dry before use.
- Do not iron the underblanket.
Additional Tips:
- Inspect the underblanket against the light to ensure the cables aren't bent or twisted.
- If the underblanket doesn't regain its original shape or if there are issues with the internal cables, contact an authorized service center for a safety check.