CARE INSTRUCTIONS FOR WORKWEAR

To extend the service life of your protective clothing, it is important to care for it correctly. By following the proper care and washing instructions, the garments retain their protective properties for longer while reducing the need for new purchases. This provides benefits for both your budget and the environment.

Washing instructions for flame RETARdanT workwear

It is important that all flame retardant workwear is washed according to the specified instructions to ensure that the protective functions are not compromised or destroyed. To achieve the best washing result, only synthetic detergent may be used. Do not use soap-based detergents or fabric softener. The protective clothing must also not be bleached.

Washing of high visibility clothing certified according to EN ISO 20471

Protective clothing certified according to EN ISO 20471 should be washed separately or together with other garments that meet the same certification requirements. This helps to preserve the garment’s visibility and protective performance over time.

Care instructions for workwear containing wool

Workwear and protective clothing containing wool require extra care. As wool is sensitive to high pH values, we recommend washing with a neutral pH detergent and using a gentle wash program adapted for wool. Correct care helps maintain the material’s comfort, quality and protective properties for longer.

Contact us for more information about washing and caring for workwear and protected clothing, including recommendations for specific materials and certifications.

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WASHING SYMBOLS

	Wash at max 40°C
	Wash at max 40°C, gentle wash
	Wash at max 60°C
	Wash at max 60°C, gentle wash
	No dry cleaning
	Do not tumble dry
	Tumble dry at low temperature
	Do not iron
	Iron at max 110°C
	Iron at max 150°C

USER INSTRUCTIONS

All certified protective clothing and garments are supplied with user instructions that describe the applicable standards, certifications and important advice on use and care. Before a protective garment is put into use, it is important to read the instructions to ensure that the garment is used correctly and provides the intended protection.

The user instructions contain information about protective properties and certifications. The CE labelling on the inside of the garment shows which standards it complies with. To achieve complete personal protection, additional protective equipment may be needed, such as protective gloves, safety shoes or other certified protective products.

If you have lost the user instructions for your protective clothing, you can easily read or download a new version here. In ensures that you have access to up-to-date information on use, care, certifications and safety requirements for your workwear and protective garments.

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Impregnation and re-impregnation of protective clothing

To ensure that protective clothing certified according to EN 13034 maintains its chemical protection over time, re-impregnation may be necessary. The impregnation is an important part of the garment’s protective properties and helps to protect the wearer against splashes of chemicals such as acids and bases.

For best results, it is recommended that protective clothing is washed and re-impregnated by an industrial laundry. Professional laundries have the right equipment and processes to carry out the re-impregnation correctly, safely and in an environmentally responsible way.

Tranemo has carried out several tests at an accredited institute, which show that a fabric certified to EN 13034 (acid and alkali) and with an impregnation that contains PFAS can be re-impregnated with a PFAS-free finish and still achieve the same results. Note that this only applies to garment offering protection against acid and alkalis. If you are unsure about the correct handling, contact us and we will help you.

reflective tape TransferS

Sewn-on reflective tapes can feel hard, stiff and give an uncomfortable feel on knitted garments that are often soft and elastic. Using segmented heat sealed reflective tapes makes the garments more flexible compared to using ordinary sewn-on reflective tapes. Even on some lighter garments in woven fabrics, heat sealed reflective tape has an advantage in terms of comfort.
To maintain reflectivity, these transfer reflective tapes must be washed with a neutral pH, i.e. avoid detergents with a pH above 8.

Tranemo recommends:

Wash at max 60°C
Avoid alkaline detergents, pH<8 is recommended.
Do not use softener, bleach or optical brighteners.
Line drying or tumble drying at max 60°C. For tunnel finishing, max 100°C is recommended.

Repair of flame RETARDANT garments

Damaged protective clothing should not be worn if it cannot be safely repaired, for example, if the garment has holes, tears or a non-functioning fastening. Minor damage that does not affect the garment's protective properties may be repaired. All repairs must be carried out in accoradance with Tranemo’s repair instructions and using identical fabrics. By repairing the garment, its service life is extended, which has a positive effect with less environmental impact. If necessary, Tranemo can offer suitable repair kits and provide instructions to enable the protective garment to be repaired correctly.

Replacement - Disposal

If the garment has been exposed to flame or intense heat, the fabric may have become brittle or weakened and should be disposed of. If a garment has been exposed to chemicals that have penetrated the fabric, the level of protection is often reduced and an evaluation should be made to see whether the garment can be used or must be disposed of.