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Dryer Non Starting or No Performance

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My Maytag Dryer is not starting or not operating

In that location may be several reasons why your dryer will not start or operate. Depending on your model, attempt the following suggestions:

Was the "Start" button firmly pressed?

The Starting time, Button to Start, or Hold to Start button should be pressed and held for ii to five seconds to start the dryer. But tapping the push may not allow enough time to engage the motor.

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Were the electronic touch controls (on some models) used correctly?

The command panel features a sensitive surface that responds to a lite touch of your finger. To ensure your selections are registered, touch the control panel with your finger tip, not your fingernail. When selecting a setting or choice, simply touch its name.

Much similar a screen on a prison cell phone, the electronic impact control console of the dryer does not answer every bit well when wet is present. If there is wet nowadays on the control panel or your hands, it is possible the controls will not respond. Dry your easily and articulate the control panel of wet with a clean, dry textile.

Has a household fuse blown or circuit billow tripped?

Electrical dryers use 2 household fuses or excursion breakers. Make certain both fuses are intact and tight, or that either circuit billow has not tripped. You can test the breaker by turning the breaker off and so dorsum on. Replace the fuse(s) or reset the circuit breaker(s). If the problem continues, call an electrician. Gas dryers just use 1 fuse or circuit breaker, simply the same information applies.

Is the door firmly airtight/latched?

Your dryer door may not be fully closed. It may look shut, but may not be latched. Button on the door to engage the latch or latches. Some models have an upper and lower latch. Both latches must be secure for the dryer to run. Also cheque that all clothing is within the dryer. Wearable can go caught past the door or the latch, which may block the door from endmost completely.

Was the right cycle selected?

The Bike Control knob must be assail a Automated Dry out, or Timed Dry cycle (on some models). The dryer will not start if ready on the Contraction Reduction option (some models).

See your Owner'south Manual for your specific model features.

Is the "Controls Locked" Status Light On (some models)?

The Control Lock is used to "lock out" the electronic control so that the dryer cannot be used or started (sometimes called a "kid lock"). If the Controls Locked status light is on, press and concord the Bicycle Signal button for three seconds. This will turn off the Controls Locked feature on most models. Check your Owner's Manual for the controls on your model.

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