Washing instructions of textile slings

Washing

While it's best not to use a washing machine regularly, occasional washing (every 4-6 months) should be no problem.

 Warning: Never use the centrifugation feature on the machine.

Water temperature

Use water with a maximum temperature of 40°C and a mild soapy detergent. After cleaning, allow the sling to dry naturally in a warm environment (room temperature) away from direct sunlight before use.

Regular hand cleaning to wipe away surface dirt and grease is preferred. Whenever required, rub a mild soapy detergent with a damp sponge on the affected area. Again, after cleaning/washing, allow the sling to dry naturally in a warm environment, room temperature, away from direct sunlight before use.

 Warning: Never use alkali washing solutions.

Solutions of acids

Solutions of acids or alkalis that are harmless can become sufficiently concentrated by evaporation to cause damage. Contaminated slings should be taken out of service immediately, soaked in cold water, dried naturally, and handed to a competent person for examination.

If exposure to chemicals is likely, consult the manufacturer or supplier.

UV radiation

The man-made fibers from which the roundsling is produced are susceptible to degradation if exposed to ultraviolet radiation. Roundslings should not be stored in direct sunlight or near sources of ultraviolet radiation.

Contact with acids and alkalis

If lifting slings have come into contact with acids and/or alkalis, dilution with water or neutralization with suitable media is recommended before storage.

Depending on the material of the lifting sling and the chemicals involved, it may be necessary to request additional cleaning procedure recommendations from the supplier after the sling has been used in the presence of chemicals.

Storage of textile slings

When not in use, slings should be stored in clean, dry, and well-ventilated conditions, at room temperature and on a rack, away from any heat sources, chemicals, fumes, corrodible surfaces, direct sunlight, or other sources of ultraviolet radiation.

Slings that have become wet during the washing process or after cleaning should be hung up and allowed to dry naturally before further use.