DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing a gas valve assembly on a Maytag gas dryer. The most common reasons for replacing the gas valve are when the dryer doesn’t heat, takes too long, or won’t stop.
All of the information in this gas valve assembly replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Maytag
Tools used: 5/16 inch nut driver, crescent wrench
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace the gas valve in your dryer be sure to unplug the power cord
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Shut off the gas supply.
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Use a 5/16th inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screws securing the lower access panel.
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Disconnect the wire connecters from the gas valve.
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Use a crescent wrench and a 5/8th inch wrench to unthread the nut to detach the gas supply tube from the valve.
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Unthread the screws securing the gas valve mounting plate to the dryer base.
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Prepare the new gas valve for installation by transferring the mounting plate from the old valve to the new one.
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Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread and rethread the screws.
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Align the gas valve and plate and secure it to the base with the screws.
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Insert the gas supply tube in the valve and tighten the nut to secure.
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Connect the wire connecters.
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Turn the gas supply back on and apply a soap and water solution to the connection to confirm there is no gas leak.
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Realign the lower access panel and secure it with the screws.
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With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your dryer should be ready for use.