Laundry Basics
What machine washes clothes?
The washer
What color clothes usually go together: white or dark?
Same colors together
Do you put soap in before or after starting the washer?
Before starting
What must be cleaned before using the dryer?
The lint trap
Is it safe to touch the dryer when it’s hot?
Be careful / use caution
What machine dries clothes?
The dryer
Should towels be washed alone or with clothes?
Alone (or with other towels)
Should you overfill the washer?
No
Are clothes hot right after drying?
Yes
What should you do if soap spills?
Clean it up
What do you add to help clean clothes?
Laundry soap / detergent
What small clothing item often gets lost?
Socks
What button makes the washer go?
Start
What helps reduce static cling?
Dryer sheets or dryer balls
What should you do if you don’t understand a setting?
Ask for help
Where do dirty clothes go before washing?
Laundry basket / hamper
What should you check before washing clothes?
The clothing tag / label
What water is best for most clothes?
Cold water
What should you do when the dryer is done?
Take clothes out
Why do we clean the lint trap?
To prevent fires / help dryer work safely
What should you do first before starting laundry?
Check that you have clothes, soap, and an empty washer
Why should dark clothes be washed separately from white clothes?
Dark colors can bleed onto white clothes
How full should the washer be for best cleaning?
Not too full—clothes need space to move
Why shouldn’t some clothes go in the dryer?
They can shrink or get damaged
: What should you do if the dryer smells hot or something seems wrong?
Stop the dryer and ask for help