Miele Clothes Staining from Drum or Seals

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 felt seal shedding material, rust on drum or baffles, grease from failing bearing contaminating drum edge

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the dryer before internal inspection.

Eliminate staining sources:

  • Inspect the drum interior and baffles for rust spots or sharp edges; clean and treat minor rust, or replace damaged baffles.
  • Check the front felt seal for deterioration or dark, greasy deposits; replace if contaminated or worn.
  • Inspect the rear bearing area for grease leakage into the drum path; replace bearing and clean thoroughly if contamination is present.
  • Run a short cycle with old towels to confirm that staining has been resolved before drying good clothing.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Front Felt Seal / Drum Baffles
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