The objective of this Standard is to provide manufacturers and testing bodies with a suitable test method for determining the dimensional change of fabrics and garments after the laundering process.

For the purpose of this Standard, the ISO text is supplemented as set out in Appendix ZZ. These changes are indicated by a margin bar against the relevant clause or part thereof affected.

The term ‘normative’ has been used in this Standard to define the application of the annex or appendix to which it applies. A ‘normative’ annex or appendix is an integral part of a Standard.

Appendix ZZ outlines the differences between ISO 6330 and this Standard. The variations relate to the specifications and washing action of Type B washing machines. Preparation and assessment of test samples are also included as well as references made to AS 2001.5.1, Methods of test for textiles, Part 5: Dimensional change—General requirements and AS 2001.1, Methods of test for textiles, Part 1: Conditioning procedure..

As some laboratories will be retaining older type washing machines for the purpose of this test, the 1987 edition of this method is available superseded. If testing by this method, reference should be made to AS 2001.5.4—1987.

As this Standard is reproduced from and International Standard, the following applies:

(a) Its number appears on the cover and title page while the International Standard number appears only on the cover.
(b) In the source text ‘this International Standard’ should read ‘this Australian Standard’.
(c) A full point should be substituted for a comma when referring to a decimal marker.

Reconfirmed: 2016-08-05 First published as part of AS 2001.5-1974. Previous edition AS 2001.5.4-1987. Second edition 2005.