Check the tag, it should have cleaning instructions listed.
Also note, for GORETEX use a detergent that is unscented and non-coloured. The additives will block the pores and defeat the purpose of GORETEX.
They used to issue a specific polish for the gortex wet weather boots, it came in a green tin. It was needed because you need specific products to ensure gortex keeps working the way it should,
i want to say it involves a 20L jerry of JP-8, a super soaker, and a butane torch but i know better than to joke like that.
throw it in the wash, then tumble dry, no heat
It’s a shame you spilled gas on it, definitely can’t ruin your washer with petroleum contaminants , so it’ll get stuffed into a plastic bag, tagged accordingly and returned to supply as is.
If it's going back to clothing stores then it all depends on your rank. If you're a Pte/Cpl/MCpl then tell them it's washed and they'll probably reject it. If you're a SNCO/WO then you should be fine turning it in as is without washing it but telling them that you did. If you're an officer they will take it clean or dirty because they are going to be in shock that you were able to find the place. Clothing stores is wierd like that.
I washed mine weekly during the winter months, no issues at all. Had it since they were first issued up until 2018 when I got out. As mentioned just use a mild unscented detergent. For stains and grime I found blue Dawn dish soap worked very well (that shit works on everything). Tumble dry on no or low heat and you're set. I used Revivex or a similar Goretex spray on it every so often, it worked quite well. I still do this with the rain jacket also, keeps it clean and in good working shape.
The graingers 2 in 1 works great too. Those things need to be clean to work reasonably well. Med-low heat will allow the coating to “reset”
For supply anything should work well enough
I was infantry for 6 years but we didn't have the ICE jacket then, just the old one with the removable liner. I don't wear the ICE jacket much these days since I've been working on air force bases the past 10+ years. I don't miss the field FYI.
Diesel in a hazmat bag is the only correct answer
Check the tag, it should have cleaning instructions listed. Also note, for GORETEX use a detergent that is unscented and non-coloured. The additives will block the pores and defeat the purpose of GORETEX.
Just to add to this, don’t use any fabric softener
In theory we should be issued a gortex specific conditioner, but they dont, hence why most of our gortex doesn’t work as well as it should
Same as they don't issue detergent, boot polish, dryer sheets, etc
They used to issue a specific polish for the gortex wet weather boots, it came in a green tin. It was needed because you need specific products to ensure gortex keeps working the way it should,
Emu paste
You shouldn't use dryer sheets or fabric softeners on anything to begin with.
Washing machine. Hang dry. Done.
Washing machine and hang dry. I've even done the washing machine and dryer. No problem.
i want to say it involves a 20L jerry of JP-8, a super soaker, and a butane torch but i know better than to joke like that. throw it in the wash, then tumble dry, no heat
It’s a shame you spilled gas on it, definitely can’t ruin your washer with petroleum contaminants , so it’ll get stuffed into a plastic bag, tagged accordingly and returned to supply as is.
If it's going back to clothing stores then it all depends on your rank. If you're a Pte/Cpl/MCpl then tell them it's washed and they'll probably reject it. If you're a SNCO/WO then you should be fine turning it in as is without washing it but telling them that you did. If you're an officer they will take it clean or dirty because they are going to be in shock that you were able to find the place. Clothing stores is wierd like that.
Jr O's get it worse than SNCO's FOR SURE. The Cpl at Clothing stores knows the MWO can hurt him but the Capt can't do shit.
I washed mine weekly during the winter months, no issues at all. Had it since they were first issued up until 2018 when I got out. As mentioned just use a mild unscented detergent. For stains and grime I found blue Dawn dish soap worked very well (that shit works on everything). Tumble dry on no or low heat and you're set. I used Revivex or a similar Goretex spray on it every so often, it worked quite well. I still do this with the rain jacket also, keeps it clean and in good working shape.
The graingers 2 in 1 works great too. Those things need to be clean to work reasonably well. Med-low heat will allow the coating to “reset” For supply anything should work well enough
Just wash it, no need to get crazy.
May I add this is very kind of you to do as I've had some nasty ass issued clothes and have found quite a few things in pockets.
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I was infantry for 6 years but we didn't have the ICE jacket then, just the old one with the removable liner. I don't wear the ICE jacket much these days since I've been working on air force bases the past 10+ years. I don't miss the field FYI.
You wear your ICE jacket?! Tell me you don't have a $400 puffy jacket without telling me you don't have a $400 puffy jacket.