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Bosch Washer damaging clothes
If your Bosch washer is damaging clothes, tearing fabric, ripping clothes, or leaving marks, inspect the drum and tub before replacing any parts. A damaged Bosch washing machine drum assembly is the most likely cause. Run a cloth around the inside of the drum and check for sharp edges or pieces that catch the fabric. If the cloth snags, replace the drum assembly. A damaged inner tub can cause the same problem during the wash and spin cycles and may also need replacement. Next, inspect the drum baffles for cracks, breaks, or jagged edges, then check the agitator assembly or washplate for damage, depending on your Bosch washer design. Screws, nails, and other objects stuck inside the tub area, agitator, or baffles can also damage clothing, so use a flashlight and feel around the interior carefully. Do not continue using the washer until you remove the object or replace the damaged component. Enter your model number to find the exact replacement drum assembly, inner tub, drum baffle, agitator assembly, or washplate for your specific Bosch washing machine.
01 - Bosch 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 - Bosch 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 - Bosch 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 - Bosch 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 - Bosch 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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Why is my Bosch washer tearing or ripping clothes?
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Can a broken drum baffle or agitator damage clothing?
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Should I replace the tub or the entire drum assembly if my washer is catching clothes?