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Maytag Washer damaging clothes
If your Maytag washer is damaging clothes, inspect the drum assembly first. A damaged inner drum can develop sharp edges that catch and tear fabric during the agitation or spin cycle. Run a cloth around the entire drum interior and replace the drum assembly if it snags. Next, check the inner tub for cracks, breaks, or jagged areas, since a damaged tub can cause the same problem. A broken drum baffle, agitator assembly, or washplate can also tear clothing, leave marks, or create holes as the load moves through the wash. Inspect each part for sharp edges or visible damage. Finally, look for screws, nails, or other objects stuck inside the tub area, agitator, or baffles, and remove anything you find. These checks can help pinpoint why your washer is tearing clothes or why your washing machine is damaging clothes during agitation or spinning. Enter your Maytag washer model number to find the exact replacement drum assembly, inner tub, baffle, agitator, or washplate for your specific machine.
01 - Maytag 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 - Maytag 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 - Maytag 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 - Maytag 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 - Maytag 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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