How to properly wash a heated jacket?

When you acquire a new garment, it is normal to wonder how to maintain it. In this guide, we'll walk you through the step-by-step process of washing a heated jacket .

Whether for outdoor work or for the practice of winter sports, the down jacket, the vest, the heated coat offer great resistance to the cold. Specialized in this field, our collection of heated jackets presents models studied and designed to follow you in all your adventures.

However, it is essential to properly clean your jacket in order to maintain its ability to protect you from the cold. Adequate maintenance will extend the longevity of the product while keeping it in perfect condition despite the passing years.

Here are the steps to follow to prolong the life of your suit.

How to maintain a heated jacket?

Step by step, you will discover how to properly maintain a heated jacket so that it remains effective season after season. This cleaning process is simple and can be done at home in a few minutes without the intervention of a professional or the need to take it to the dry cleaners.

Washing in the washing machine

Step 1: Remove the external battery from the garment

This action is necessary because a portable charger is not designed to go in water. Incompatible with this liquid, it is appropriate to remove it by unplugging it from the USB cable that connects it to the jacket. This will avoid any type of problem like damaging the power bank as well as damaging the drum of the washing machine.

Step 2: Replace the USB cable in its pocket by closing it

Once this power cable has been disconnected from the battery, be sure to fold it into the pocket intended for it while replacing its cap. Also close the pouch to protect it during the wash cycle.

Step 3: Pre-treat stains before washing

To do this, you will first need to deal with the most stubborn stains. Just like an ordinary garment, it is necessary to treat the most important tasks before washing so as not to have unpleasant surprises at the end of the cycle. If this protocol is not carried out, it is possible that tasks persist. The objective of this pre-treatment being to facilitate their elimination.

To do this, if there are any, identify the most important tasks and apply a special product there. For example, a stain remover, detergent or a mixture of dishwashing liquid, baking soda and hydrogen peroxide.

Step 4: Place the jacket in a laundry net

Being made up of a cable and resistances necessary for the heating of your coat, down jacket or vest, it is advisable to use a laundry net. The protection of these elements is essential in order to safeguard the integrity of the garment. If you don't have one, you can also use a pillowcase.

Step 5: Machine wash the coat

In order to achieve an optimal washing, it is necessary to respect certain settings. The heating system being delicate, it is necessary to opt for a mild detergent while making sure to set your washing machine on a delicate program . Using specific and sensitive components, use a mode not exceeding 30°C. It is important to favor cold water temperatures so as not to damage the heated overcoat.

Step 6: Drying

Once the washing cycle has been completed, all that remains is to dry the garment in the open air and at room temperature.

A few rules must nevertheless be observed to ensure that the product is not altered.

• Firstly, when you put it dry, do not twist and squeeze it, which will damage the internal wiring of the jacket.
• Second, don't use a dryer. This kind of smart clothes can only be air dried.
• Third, do not iron the coat as this will damage it. In order to avoid potential creases, lay it on a washing line, making sure to lay it correctly.

Hand washing

In order to wash a heated jacket by hand, you will need to follow steps 1 to 3 presented above.

After removing the battery, closing the USB cable pocket and pre-treating visible stains on the garment, take a basin.

This is available, all you have to do is fill it with cold water, add a mild detergent and immerse your coat in it. Once this is done, you will need to gently rub the jacket with your hands or with a soft brush.

When you have been able to remove the different tasks, refer to step 6 seen above.

If you do not yet have a down jacket or heated jacket, do not hesitate to consult our shop. Founded in 2018 by two mountain and nature enthusiasts, Climb Winter specializes in the design of heated equipment for winter sports enthusiasts or those working outdoors.

Combining performance, lightness and aesthetics, our products push the limits for those who go beyond them.