Tumble Dry Symbol Explained
DryingSymbol: Tumble Dry
The tumble dry symbol is a square with a circle inside it. When shown without any dots or additional markings, it means the garment can be tumble dried at any heat setting. This is the most permissive dryer symbol you will find on a care label.
Recommended Action
Place the garment in the tumble dryer and select your preferred heat setting. Since no specific temperature restriction is indicated, you can use low, medium, or high heat based on the fabric weight and your preference. Remove the garment promptly when the cycle ends to minimize wrinkling.
What to Avoid
- ✗Do not leave items in the dryer for extended periods after the cycle ends
- ✗Avoid overloading the dryer as it reduces drying efficiency
- ✗Do not ignore other care symbols that may suggest lower heat
- ✗Avoid tumble drying items with loose embellishments that could detach
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