What does the "handwash" setting on my washing machine mean?

Question

i have a blanket that was given to me as a gift. it's really soft and the tag says "dry clean only". well i took it the dry cleaners, but i want it to not only be clean, but have a clean scent to it... that clean laundry smell... well me and my friend hand-washed it in the bath tub and then dried it with a dryer sheet to give a nice scent.. that took forever and was really messy, so i was thinking, what if i just washed it in my washing machine on the "handwash" option (cold)?? there's also a setting called "delicates"... i don't know which one to use, or if both options would completely ruin the blanket. i definitely don't want the threads to come out or it to get ruined, but i want it to be clean and smelling good....sooo would the handwash setting be okay??

thanks!!!!

Answer 1

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It is a very gentle cycle with minimum agitation. Use it on cool or cold water setting. Fluff dry or hang outdoors.

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...thanks.

Answer 2

"dry clean only.">>>>>>>> hand wash cycle is gentle cycle.warm water and woolite.hang dry. only fluff in the dryer.if you need more scent try fabres