by Administrator
8. June 2010 21:55
It's a rainy day here in the Midwest and maybe other parts of the country as well. Perhaps you are stuck inside and looking for something to keep busy? I have a great idea - inspect your harness! But wait - you can't inspect a dirty harness. You could find the instructions and get out a bucket of soapy water and a brush - kind of like Ma Ingalls taking it down to the creek with a washboard. Did you know you can wash your harness in the washing machine? Yes, with today's technology you can do just that. Here are the guidelines:
We recommend hand washing as outlined in our instructions. (See attached.) However, machine washing is also acceptable. Sellstrom/RTC will not be responsible for any damage done by machine washing. If you would like to wash the harnesses by machine, please use the following guidelines.
1. Use a top or side loading agitating washing machine. Do not dry clean, pressure wash, or steam clean the safety harness.
2. Place each harness in a separate mesh laundry bag to prevent tangling and damage to the washing machine.
3. Select a wash temperature below 150 F.
4. Use a mild detergent and launder according to machine specifications.
5. Hang harnesses to dry out of direct sunlight in a cool area. Do not dry in clothes dryer machine.
6. Inspect each harness as instructed in the instructions. Look carefully for damage to the webbing, or loose or torn stitching. If there is any doubt of the harness' condition, remove the harness from service.
Note: The harness must never be exposed to temperatures in excess of 150 F.
Cleaning your harness can also remove any grit that may work its way into the webbing and damage the fibers. Reward yourself for a job well done while the washer is running. It's probably just enough time for some microwave popcorn or a cup of coffee.
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