Gaggenau
Contamination or damage at drum seals or baffles
Dryer leaves black or brown marks on clothing.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Worn front or rear drum seal, Grease from failing drum bearing, Foreign object trapped in drum seam, Melted plastic on drum
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the dryer before inspection.
- Inspect drum interior: Look for rough spots, melted plastic, or sharp edges on the drum and baffles. Clean or smooth minor deposits carefully.
- Check drum seals: Inspect the front and rear felt seals for wear, tearing, or contamination with grease. Replace if damaged.
- Rear bearing: If grease is present inside the drum, the rear bearing may be failing and leaking lubricant. Replace the bearing kit.
- Test with old towels: After repairs and cleaning, run a cycle with old towels to confirm no further staining occurs before using with good clothes.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
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