AEG 7000 series magnets in drum

Hi, if they were genuinely loose inside the drum and not left in a pocket or laundry item, they are unlikely to be from the wash basket itself. Washing machine drums and paddles do not normally contain loose ring magnets of that size.

A few checks to narrow it down:

1. Check the obvious external sources first Look through recent laundry items carefully: coat pockets, workwear, handbag pockets, dressing gowns, children’s toys, earbud/accessory cases, magnetic curtain tie-backs, cabinet catches, or parts from a laundry basket/hamper. Ring magnets often come from magnetic clasps or holders rather than the machine.

2. Inspect inside the drum Turn the drum by hand and check the drum lifters/paddles are secure. Look for any cracks, missing plastic inserts, or scoring on the stainless drum. If nothing is damaged, that points more towards a foreign object than an internal machine part.

3. Check the door area Inspect the door seal folds and the glass/door trim for trapped objects. Also check around the detergent drawer and top of the seal in case anything else has appeared.

4. Watch for symptoms If the machine is washing, spinning, and draining normally, with no scraping, banging, or error messages, it is less likely the magnets came from a critical internal component.

5. If you want to be thorough Isolate the appliance from the mains before inspecting any internal parts. Remove the top or rear panel only if you are confident, and look for any obvious missing magnetic catch, sensor mount, or accessory attached to the cabinet rather than the drum.

My honest view is they most likely came from clothing or another household item, not the AEG itself. If you do notice noise, leaks, or damage, get a qualified engineer in, especially for any mains-related work.

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