Required Instructions for Washer Usage

Some people say we humans don't read as much as we used to.
As an owner of a laundromat you know that you can hang as many signs as you want and it is amazing how many people will not see them. The one thing I have learned about signs in a laundromat is that someone will get bored and read them while they are sitting waiting for their laundry to finish.
Unfortunately most of the things you want them to know they read after the fact, however that doesn't mean you shouldn't post the information. They may miss it the first time, however they will read it and know the information for the next time...you hope.
Patrick, the manager of a local laundromat, posted the rules below in several places around his laundromat. He has noticed a change in the behavior of many of the customers as they have taken to heart his advice and rules. His staff receives fewer questions and his customers seem happier that they know how to do their laundry faster and more efficiently.
Thanks Patrick for sharing!
Ev
A Heck of A Nice Guy

Required Instructions for Washer Usage.

1) DO NOT OVER STUFF THE WASHERS. The machines are not designed to take excessive loads.

2) No Blankets, Spreads or Sheets permitted in White Washers. The White Machines are not designed to wash or spin out those items. Only use those items in the Silver Machines.

3) Limit the amount of big towels & sweatshirts put in Washers. Those items retain much water and frequently cause the machine to become unbalanced and not spin out the excessive water.

4) Always check pockets for items such as change, jewelry, gum, candy, lighters, metal, glass, etc. These items consistently clog drains, cut and ruin the rubber housing & hoses and bearings.

5) Gently 0pen & close the Washer Door and Soap Tray. Never force open the Washer Door when locked. Ask for assistance.

6) Put detergent in Soap Tray & Close Soap Tray before starting Wash Cycle.

7) Take your time to correctly set your desired Wash Cycle. Once the wash begins, the machine cannot be stopped or cycle changed.

8) Do not use too much detergent. Most detergent is highly concentrated and 90% of getting your clothes clean is completed just by the wash cycle, and when the machine is not over stuffed to allow water flow and spin.

9) Watch your wash, you need to monitor your clothes and immediately remove upon completion. Management at their discretion may remove your clothes so other customers have access to use machine.

10) Always put Tide-pod’s directly inside the washer, never put Tide-pod’s in the detergent area as they will not work and clog the dispenser flow.

11) Always ask for assistance if you have questions on how the machines work or for helpful tips.

PLEASE NOTE: Most of the washers become damaged from customers not adhering to the first 5 points listed above. Once a machine is damaged, it is very costly to fix and can take several weeks to be repaired. An average repair expense comprises several hundred dollars in Labor Expense, Replacement Parts and Lost Revenue.

It is imperative to follow the above instructions so that the machines will function correctly and efficiently for your use, as well as other customers.

Thank you for your cooperation, sincerely, ------------- Laundry.