marine corps uniform regulations - US

10104
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MARINE CORPS UNIFORM REGULATIONS
dry for 15 minutes. If pressing is required, use a cool iron. Do not use
iron above rayon setting. Do not use hot iron.
3. Other dress uniforms should receive maximum care according to general
instructions above and those for the particular type of uniform material.
Wool and polyester/wool uniforms are best maintained by dry cleaning by
experienced dry cleaning establishments.
4. Medals, insignia and other accessories should be cleaned and removed from
the uniforms when not in use to reduce unnecessary strain on the material.
10102. SERVICE UNIFORMS
1. The same care required for a dress uniform is applicable to service
uniforms; however, due to more constant use some additional measures may
prove beneficial. As heat, friction, and pressure have a deteriorating
effect on materials, service uniforms generally show more wear at creased
areas. This may be partially offset by periodically pressing out old creases
and reforming them slightly to either side of the previous crease. Sleeve
cuffs and trousers/slacks/skirt hems should be periodically examined and
turned if material permits. Dry cleaning preserves the original appearance
and finish of wool and polyester/wool garments and is recommended over hand
laundering. However, when dry cleaning facilities are not available, and only
as a last resort, wool and polyester/wool uniforms may be hand laundered.
Hand launder with a neutral soap and fresh lukewarm water 70 to 80 degrees.
If hard water is used, add small amount of water softener to the water. Do
not use chlorine bleach. In laundering, thick suds are necessary for best
results. The soap should be thoroughly dissolved in hot water and added to
the cool water to reach a temperature of approximately 70 to 80 degrees. In
order to preserve the finish, rubbing should be minimized. Rinse thoroughly
to remove all traces of the soap. Avoid high temperature, friction, and
pressure as much as possible. Never run through a wringer or never twist to
remove the excess water before drying. After washing the garments, squeeze
gently to remove surplus water, shape garment by hand, and dry in open air.
Colored garments should not be hung in the sun to dry. If this is
unavoidable, garments should be turned inside out to dry.
2. Uniform items manufactured of polyester/cotton should not be bleached or
starched.
10103. CAMOUFLAGE UTILITY UNIFORMS. Washing instructions, to preclude
shrinking of the camouflage utility uniform, are as follows: during the
washing, drying, and finishing cycles, use the lowest possible temperature
setting so that at no time will the garment be exposed to temperatures
greater than 130 degrees. Some laundry facilities may not press utilities
due to potential damage from automated presses. Thus, any pressing required
will be the individual Marine's responsibility. Although the use of starch
or sizing is authorized as an individual option, it may adversely affect the
comfort and durability of the uniform.
10104. COMBAT UTILITY UNIFORM. In order to maximize service life and
maintain optimum performance, the following instructions should be followed
when caring for the uniform: