Page 266 - Adidas Team Catalog Spring 2020

IMPORTANT: PRODUCT CARE INSTRUCTIONS

CUSTOM UNIFORM CARE INSTRUCTIONS;

To enhance the appearance and extend the life of your uniforms, adidas recommends For pre-washing, here is what is recommended:
that you follow these cleaning and storing procedures:
• It is recommended that a new set of uniforms be laundered before wearing;
• Do not dry clean in lukewarm (100 F) water using a mild detergent.
• Do not wash in hot water • Please let us know how the uniforms that were stained do today.
• Do not use chlorine bleach
• Do not use fabric softener Here is more info for continued care and washing. This below info is sent with
• Do not wash whites and colors together every order:
• Do not overload the washing machine
• Do not machine dry on high heat • UNIFORMS: should be laundered immediately after they have been worn. Color
• Do not leave wet or damp garments in your travel bag, in a pile with other transfer (bleeding) may occur when in perspiration soaked garments are left in
clothing or in washing machine a pile or folded one on top of another for any period of time. Garments that cannot
• Before using uniforms for the very first time, it is recommended that they be be laundered at once should be hung individually on rust-proof hangers (plastic
washed in cold water and hung to dry or machine dried on the lowest setting or wooden). All items are not a part of the garment; i.e. belts, pads, etc., should
• Uniforms should always be laundered immediately after wearing. be removed and laundered separately. As an extra precaution, wash one jersey/
REFERENCE • Belts and any other contrasting color items should be washed separately from • PRE-SOAKING: Garments made of Antron Nylon or Spandex that are unusually

- However, if this is not possible, rinse garments and hang individually
pant, inside out, if results are acceptable, proceed with the balance.
on rust-proof hangers
(Moisture may cause color migration of acid dyes so we advise
separating wet or damp uniforms.)
soiled or stained can be pre-soaked in lukewarm (100 F) water with a pre-soak
agent for no longer than one hour. Cold or Hot water can cause color transfer.
the garment
such as Tide, Cheer, or Wisk are not endorsed by adidas, but appear to work best.
• It is always advisable to test wash a single uniform according to directions Garments should be laundered immediately after pre-soaking! Pre-soak agents
# before washing an entire load. • WASHING: Rinse washing machine before laundering garments. Most garments
• We recommend presoaking heavily soiled garments in cold water with a protein
garments cannot be washed together, was separately by color. Use mild detergent
- Follow the instructions recommended by the presoak manufacturer.
release agent. can be laundered and/or rinsed in lukewarm water (100 F). White and colored

- Wash garments immediately following the presoak in the normal wash
(PH under 10), when used following instruction, produces good results.
SPRING / S UMMER 20 20 • For optimum results, hang garments (especially those with Spandex) to dry. mechanical action. Remove garments immediately after wash cycle is finished to

cycle.
• Wash and rinse all garments in cold water with mild detergent.
• Water level in machine should be higher than garment level which will reduce
- Remove promptly after wash cycle to avoid color migration.
avoid color transfer.

- If you cannot hang dry, machine dry on the lowest setting.
- Turn jerseys inside out before machine drying.
• Bleaching is NOT recommended. DO NOT USE CHLORINE BLEACH. As it will

- Remove items from dryer immediately upon completion of cycle.
fade colors, weaken fabrics, and cause color transfer/bleeding. A light application

• Excessive heat can cause fabric shrinkage discoloration, and

of granular oxygen-base bleach is recommended on any white garment requiring
cracking and peeling of vinyl plastisol lettering inks.
bleach. DO NOT USE DE-STAINERS OR SOFTENERS as these added agents may

- Store in a dry area to prevent mildew
- Protect them from sunlight and fluorescent light to prevent yellowing
• DRYING: Garments should be air dried on rust-proof hangers (plastic or wooden).

If machine drying is necessary, dryer should be at lowest temperature or “air-only”
• Make sure uniforms are completely dry before storing. DAMAGE the uniform.
PLEASE NOTE: setting. Uncontrolled heat will results in uncontrolled shrinkage or damage to
adidas will not be responsible for uniforms that are damaged due to improper care lettering of garments. Remove garments from dryer at completion of drying cycle.
and maintenance.
Failure to follow our specified care instructions will void all guarantees. • DO NOT DRY CLEAN GARMENTS. Dry cleaning may discolor and ruin imprint
names and numbers.
• DO NOT IRON OR PRESS GARMENT.
PAG E • Dry garments completely before storing. Storing garments in a cool, dry area
264 protected from sunlight and flourescent light will prevent mildew or yellowing.