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How do I pack my sleeping bag away?

If you pack your sleeping bag in the storage bag provided, you should insert it bottom end (feet area) first. This will make it easier for you and is also the best way for the filling materials in the the sleeping bag to be stored.
Do I need to wash my sleeping bag after every use?

No.
The less often you have to wash your sleeping bag, the longer the insulating properties will be maintained.
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A cotton or silk liner will delay washing the entire sleeping bag, as it protects the inside of the bag from dirt, is easy to care for and can be washed quickly when you’re out and about. The thermal insulation of the sleeping bag is also slightly increased as a result of this.
Smaller, superficial dirt can be removed easily with a damp cloth. The entire sleeping bag should be cleaned after 40 to 50 night’s use (less often if using a liner). This is best done by hand or with your own, domestic washing machine.
Please refer to the care instructions before washing and drying.
How do I air out my sleeping bag?

We recommend you turn your sleeping bag inside out after each night’s use and air it thoroughly.
A sleeping bag that is still wet should never be packed into its storage bag for longer than the following day.
Which care products should I use for my sleeping bag?

With the UNIVERSAL CLEANER PLUS (artificial fibre) or the UNIVERSAL DOWN CLEANER (down and down/artificial fibre blends), JACK WOLFSKIN offers detergents specifically made for cleaning down or synthetic fibre-filled products, as all insulation linings are sensitive.
Using the wrong detergent (including conventional liquid or wool detergent) can destroy the filling performance of the insulation, making the down product unusable.
How do I wash my sleeping bag?

Hand wash:
The most gentle way to clean your sleeping bag is in the bathtub. Soak the sleeping bag in lukewarm water (about 30 ° C) and UNIVERSAL CLEANER PLUS or UNIVERSAL DOWN CLEANER (2 caps). Do not wring or scrub under any circumstances. If soiled heavily, repeat the wash cycle with fresh detergent. Then thoroughly rinse the sleeping bag several times and squeeze out gently afterwards.
Machine washing:
The machine must have a large drum with a capacity of at least 8, ideally up to 12 kg, and the sleeping bag must fit inside without being squashed. The best appliances for this can be found in launderettes.Then thoroughly rinse the sleeping bag with 2 to 3 cycles and finally spin on a short, slow spin cycle. The more gentle and sleeping bag-friendly method is simply to hand wash.
Before washing:
Close all zip and Velcro fasteners and remove any residue in the washing machine's detergent compartment. Put UNIVERSAL CLEANER PLUS or UNIVERSAL DOWN CLEANER (2 Verschlusskappen) into the detergent draw. Do not use fabric softeners. Use a gentle/wool cycle at 30 °C.
How do I dry my sleeping bag after washing?

Drying in fresh air:
Carefully lift the wet item from the tub. It will weigh many times its own weight due to the soaked filling, thereby increasing the risk of the seams ripping. The product should therefore be laid out flat to dry rather than being hung up.
Down clumps together when wet. This means that it should be squeezed out hourly at first during the drying process (which can take up to three days depending on the temperature and filling weight) and then shaken out two to three times daily in order to redistribute the down evenly within the chambers. The down product is only dry when no more clumps or lumps can be felt.
Tumble dryer:
Drying in a tumble dryer takes 2 to 4 hours. The sleeping bag must fit in the drum (drum size min. 8 kg) without being squashed. Set the dryer at a medium heat, max. 40 °C. Placing 5 or 6 clean tennis balls in the dryer when drying has the same effect as shaking your product out rigorously (every 10 minutes).
How and where do I store my sleeping bag?

Never store your sleeping bag compressed in a pack sack for extended periods of time, but rather loosely packed or hung on a hanger. A large air-permeable bag, e.g a pillowcase, can be used. Store the sleeping bag in a dry room.

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