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Maytag Dryer controls don't work
If your dryer controls don't work, start by checking the knobs — the selector, timer and main control knobs are the most common culprits. Knobs that are cracked or stripped will just slip on the switch stem and won’t rotate the switch, so replacing a worn dryer knob or timer knob often fixes a control that is not responding. If the display or multiple controls are dead, inspect the power cord and its terminal connections for broken wires or burn marks; a bad cord can make the dryer not turning on at all. Less frequently, a blown thermal fuse can prevent the start button from working even when the door switch is fine; use a multimeter to test the thermal fuse for continuity and replace it if it’s open. Whether you need a dryer knob, power cord, or thermal fuse, enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement part that fits your dryer and get step-by-step guidance for the repair.
01 - Maytag Dryer Selector Knob
A dryer selector knob needs to be able to engage and rotate the selector switch stem for that control to work. If the knob is cracked or stripped out and just slips on the stem a new knob will need to be installed to properly engage the switch.
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02 - Maytag Dryer Timer Knob
The dryer's timer knob needs to be able to engage and rotate the timer stem for the control to work. If the knob is cracked or stripped out and just slips on the stem a new knob will need to be installed to properly engage the control.
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03 - Maytag Dryer Control Knob
A dryer control knob needs to be able to engage and rotate the switch stem for that control to work. If the knob is cracked or stripped out and just slips on the stem a new knob will need to be installed to properly engage the switch.
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04 - Maytag Dryer Power Cord
If the whole dryer display or timer is not working, the dryer's power cord could the source of the problem. Inspect the cord for any breaks or burn marks near the terminals. If the terminals appear blackened or wires are exposed through the cord's insulation, you should replace the power cord with a new one.
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05 - Maytag Dryer Knob
A dryer control knob needs to be able to engage and rotate the switch stem for that control to work. If the knob is cracked or stripped out and just slips on the stem a new knob will need to be installed to properly engage the switch.
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06 - Maytag Dryer Thermal Fuse
If just the start button is malfunctioning and you've confirmed the door switch is working properly, then it's possible the thermal fuse has blown. You can use a multimeter to test the fuse for electrical continuity. If the thermal fuse has no continuity, you'll know it has blown and will need to be replaced.
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Dryer controls not working: what should I check first?
Dryer won't start: could the thermal fuse or door switch be the problem?
Dryer knob not working: how can I tell if the knob is stripped or the timer is bad?
Dryer not turning on or the display is dead: could the power cord be the culprit?
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