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Magic Chef Washer damaging clothes
Is your Magic Chef washer tearing clothes? Inspect the drum assembly first. A damaged inner drum can develop sharp edges that catch fabric during the agitation or spin cycle, causing a washing machine damaging clothes problem. Unplug the washer, then run a cloth around the inside of the drum to find snags or protruding metal. The inner tub is the next likely cause, especially if its surface is cracked, broken, or jagged. A damaged drum baffle, agitator assembly, or washplate can also catch and rip clothing as the load moves. Check each part for cracks, breaks, and sharp edges, and inspect the tub area for screws, nails, or other objects trapped around the agitator or baffles. These issues can cause a washer tearing clothes, washer ripping clothes, or washer leaving marks on clothes. Replace any damaged component and remove loose objects before running another load. Enter your Magic Chef washer's model number to find the exact replacement drum assembly, inner tub, baffle, agitator, or washplate for your specific machine. Always disconnect power before inspecting or repairing the washer.
01 - Magic Chef Washing Machine Inner Tub
If the interior of the inner tub is damaged it can tear clothing during both the agitation and spin cycles. Run a cloth along the interior of the tub to determine if the cloth catches on any sharp pieces that may be sticking out. If this happens, the tub should be replaced.
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02 - Magic Chef Washing Machine Drum Assembly
If the interior of the inner drum assembly is damaged it can tear clothing during both the agitation and spin cycles. Run a cloth along the interior of the drum to determine if the cloth catches on any sharp pieces that may be sticking out. If this happens, the drum assembly should be replaced.
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03 - Magic Chef Washing Machine Drum Baffle
A broken tub baffle can damage clothing during both the agitation and spin cycles. Inspect all the baffles in the tub for cracks, breaks, or jagged edges, and replace any damaged baffles as required.
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04 - Magic Chef Washing Machine Agitator Assembly
A broken agitator can damage clothing during both the agitation and spin cycles. Inspect the agitator for cracks, breaks, or jagged edges, and replace the damaged component if necessary.
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05 - Magic Chef Washing Machine Washplate
A broken washplate can damage clothing during both the agitation and spin cycles. Inspect the washplate for cracks, breaks, or jagged edges, and replace the damaged component if necessary.
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06 - Object stuck inside tub area
Screws, nails and other objects can get caught in the tub, agitator, or baffles and damage the clothes. Use a flashlight to inspect the inner tub. You can also use a cloth to rub around the tub's interior to see if it catches on anything and remove any stray objects you find. If the inner tub or other interior parts are damaged, the part will need to be replaced.
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