"Dave" wrote in message
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As title. My wife has just told me that some clothes have come out of the
washing machine with what looks a thick black substance on it. The spots
are one the corner of a pillow protector and her Scout shirt. I have not
yet tested for a suitable solvent, but I would like your comments about
what is the source.

Probably the drum bearing seals which if so means the bearings themselves
are on borrowed time.
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Dave Baker