If I have 3 or 4 loads to do in a row, can I use the same nuts or do I need to let them rest and dry out before the next use?
1145210
4 loads one right after the other is no problem, However we don't do any more than 7 loads before we put in new nuts and throw away the old ones.
1145211
Yes you can use the nuts multiple times. I used them for 5 regular size loads if I had larger loads I would use a new bag
1145212
No need to dry them. Keeping the soap nuts dry is to keep them from going "bad" because they are fruits. If you are doing several loads in a row, just make sure the soap nuts still look usable (not black and broken into small pieces) before every load. You should be fine.
1145213
Just use them one load after another. That way they are already soaked and ready to suds. Every time they dry out they have to be re-soaked a bit before putting them in a load. To extend the life, pull them out before the rinse cycle. This also assures better rinsing too.
1145214
You do not need to let the soap nuts dry or rest in between loads. I wash 6-8 loads in a row. The soap nuts need to be wet to work properly.
1145215
I use them for as many loads as I have--in a row--just checking the "feel" of the bags between each load. After you have used them for a few loads, you, too, will develop a feel for the "consistency" of the berries ;) This company is pretty good at including information about the berries, and they have a website with LOTS more information.Oh, and if you accidentally throw one of the little berry bags in the dryer? No worries! I have been able to just throw them back in the washer on the next load--although I have no idea what repeated tosses into the dryer would do.... I use them for as many loads as I have--in a row--just checking the "feel" of the bags between each load. After you have used them for a few loads, you, too, will develop a feel for the "consistency" of the berries ;) This company is pretty good at including information about the berries, and they have a website with LOTS more information.Oh, and if you accidentally throw one of the little berry bags in the dryer? No worries! I have been able to just throw them back in the washer on the next load--although I have no idea what repeated tosses into the dryer... » Read More I use them for as many loads as I have--in a row--just checking the "feel" of the bags between each load. After you have used them for a few loads, you, too, will develop a feel for the "consistency" of the berries ;) This company is pretty good at including information about the berries, and they have a website with LOTS more information.Oh, and if you accidentally throw one of the little berry bags in the dryer? No worries! I have been able to just throw them back in the washer on the next load--although I have no idea what repeated tosses into the dryer would do.... « Show Less
1278516
Just remove the nut, wash, and return the pieces in their proper order. Hope this helps
532775
Hi..what i did was let the nuts soak in water for about 20-30 minutes. Afterwards I cut each end of the nut. Hope it works for you!
1877448
You will need tools. A small cresent wrench or a good pair of pliers. I don't like using pliers they damage the nuts. So I would use the wrench
347951
You use the wet container, not the dry, and use the tamper. You have to use the tamper to push the nuts into the blade. Don't be afraid to do it. You will not hurt the machine, in fact you are helping it do its job.
149836
I always do a smaller load. If you want to do a large load they suggest using two boxes.
689004
No prep at all - just toss them in. Do not over stuff the dryer with clothes. Clothes need to tumble to dry and so does the balls to do their job. An over packed dryer will result in more drying time needed and you will not see the expected results in what the balls can do. The balls work great!!
2275136
over night, the more you have the longer it takes. So break it up to make it dry faster if you have a lot
336893
I have very hard water so I was only able to get 5 loads using 6 nuts. Honestly, I did not use them for my diapers because I didn't think they cleaned very well.
2141346
Have you tried heating the nuts via the heating cup atthe tip area of the Churn? I am not confident at the ability of this unit to do what it is supposed to. I haven't tried heating the walnuts first. You may wish to try this.... All the best
770345
Yes, but dont use many. Once it make some powder then try to add more p-nuts.
1244489
No, I don't recommend that. It will dry out the fruit. The nuts will be OK, though.
612577
I use ONE ball per load. I have had as much as 2 pair of jeans and 3 towels in a load and the one ball works. In addition I dried a load of sheets and they came out wonderful; no static at all. I really like these and figure the 3 balls will last me years :-)
1698708
The come with a little sack you can reuse. Just throw them in the wash machine. You can use the pouch about 5-8 times before you have to toss the nuts out and put fresh in.
1937640
I would say no...The unit gets pretty warm after each batch and seems to take longer to make each succeeding batch (I have made three in a row)...Would not want to do a fourth as I think it would start harming the compressor...
80443
That's a question for the manufacturer. If it's an issue, take each piece out of the box and carry them in one at a time.
525667
Soap nuts should always be dried between laundry days. I throw the nuts in the dryer with the last load of wash and then I remove them from the bag and spread them on a paper towel to completely dry and sort out the ones that are used up.