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Kelvinator Washer damaging clothes
When your Kelvinator washer is damaging clothes, tearing fabric, or leaving marks during the wash, agitation, or spin cycle, inspect the drum assembly first. A damaged inner drum can have sharp edges that catch clothing, so run a cloth around the drum interior and replace the drum assembly if it snags. The inner tub is the next most likely cause. Check it the same way for cracks, jagged edges, or protruding damage. A broken drum baffle can also rip clothes, so inspect each baffle and replace any cracked or broken piece. Next, examine the agitator and washplate for cracks, breaks, or sharp edges, since either part can damage clothing while moving the load. Finally, check for screws, nails, or other objects trapped in the tub area, agitator, or baffles, and remove anything you find. If an object has damaged an interior part, that part may also need replacement. Enter your Kelvinator washer model number to find the exact replacement drum assembly, inner tub, baffle, agitator, or washplate for your machine. Always unplug the washer before inspecting or replacing parts.
01 - Kelvinator 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 - Kelvinator 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.
Highly Likely
03 - Kelvinator 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 - Kelvinator 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 - Kelvinator 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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