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Gibson Washer damaging clothes
When your Gibson washer is damaging clothes, inspect the parts that contact garments during the agitation and spin cycles. The most likely causes are a damaged drum assembly or inner tub. Run a cloth slowly around the inside of the drum and tub; if it catches on a sharp edge, the drum assembly or inner tub may need replacement. Next, inspect the drum baffles for cracks, breaks, or jagged edges. A damaged agitator assembly or washplate can also cause a washer to tear clothes, leave marks on clothes, or create holes during a cycle, so check each part for cracks or rough edges. Finally, look for screws, nails, or other objects stuck inside the tub area, agitator, or baffles. Use a flashlight and remove any foreign objects you find. If an object damaged the tub or another interior component, replace the damaged part before washing more clothes. Enter your Gibson washer's model number to find the exact replacement drum assembly, inner tub, baffle, agitator, or washplate for your specific washing machine.
01 - Gibson 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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02 - Gibson 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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03 - Gibson 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 - Gibson 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 - Gibson 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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