Maytag Dryer won't start

If your Maytag dryer won't start, then this video may help you. DANGER: ALWAYS UNPLUG THE APPLIANCE BEFORE WORKING ON THEM TO REMOVE THE ELECTRICITY.
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[@davidthomas6217]

I get so sick and tired of people dragging helpful out videos just so they can hear themselves talk and make stupid comments. This video is the exact opposite and I congratulate you, sir. Two thumbs up!

[@fixthemthings]

Appreciate the comment. I try to get to the point.

[@hakeemahmed6126]

BULLSHIT NIGGA THAT NIGGA HELPED ME OUT FOOL SAVED ME SOME $$$$$MAYNE

[@iamthepapi6251]

Dude I know exactly what you mean. No need for all the extra just get to it. LOL

[@williamgangloff8875]

They are usually those who have no idea what a tripod is and try to wire a receptacle with one hand while holding a smartphone with the other

[@briangardner5055]

Thank you so much! Got the dryer switch ordered and I’m looking forward to the dryer working again.

[@malikat4]

Part arrived today, after few broken nails and a cut, i was proudly able to follow your instructions and replaced it. My laundry is now drying. Thank you for helping a single mom save a lot of money. ❤🙏🏽

[@fixthemthings]

Glad I could help.

[@dnumyaroedat4162]

Our Maytag dryer broke and thanks to this video, it only cost me $6.60 to get the door switch replaced. Our dryer lives another day. Thank you for sharing.

[@jennithompson18]

Where do you purchase the switch?

[@dnumyaroedat4162]

@@jennithompson18 Amazon

[@dontretaylor1799]

Were did u get the door switch

[@dnumyaroedat4162]

@@dontretaylor1799 I removed the old switch and it should have a part number. I just searched it online. Sorry could not remember if it was Amazon or some random parts store.

[@KimberlyYlitalo]

Oh my gosh! You did it. My husband was ready to head to Costco for a new dryer and I said, "hold up, let me just check real quick to see if there's a video on KZbin that has some suggestions for troubleshooting." Not only did I find your video on KZbin showing how you fixed the 'no start' issue on our exact brand of dryer....but you made a tutorial video that covered all the right points of "how to." Easy enough that we were able to follow, order the part from Amazon that arrived the next day, install the part...and VOILA....it works! Thank you so much for taking the time to pass along your knowledge!

[@fixthemthings]

Thanks so much. I’m glad the video helped. I make them to help.

[@FormigaFit]

Fixed the dryer myself. I have a hard time learning and following directions and l watched this and fixed it on my own, first try. Thanks for this. Definitely an ego boost. I made myself useful

[@fixthemthings]

Awesome. Glad the video helped.

[@deebee9751]

Thank You Sir for this Video. I just fixed my 17 year old Maytag Dryer because of the switch. All I did was connect all 3 wires together to bypass the switch and my Dryer started right up after a week of torture. I ordered the switch and will install it so it works properly. You saved me a giant headache sir. :)

[@fixthemthings]

Glad it helped you. It’s nice to save money.

[@williamgangloff8875]

Great information! I have the exact model dryer and mine quit working. After watching your video, and before taking the back off to check the thermal fuses, I checked the door switch and it had the yips. Removed the switch, called the supply house and within an hour my dryer was working again. Thanks so much for a very well done video.

[@fixthemthings]

Awesome! Glad the video helped.

[@tetedure1769]

I enjoy your video mister. Maybe your not "a specialist" but like me, i am a all around w-e mechanic. Every youtube video are there to help those wo are willing to put their hands in dirt. At the end of the day=That killed a lot of "supposed to be specialist guy". Have a nice day folks!!

[@BarryAllen-52]

Perfect video. I thought my dryer was busted, only spent about $6 on the part. Easy install and dryer is back.

[@DianeB-db9xh]

Thank you so much for your video, I replaced the door switch and the dryer is working again. My 96 yr old mom is so happy to have her dryer working. BTW I'm a 71 yr old woman who has to manage everything myself. I so appreciate your instructions. Very easy fix.

[@patsysami1916]

You are amazing. You saved me from buying a new dryer. Followed your instruction and replaced my door sensor and my dryer is working so better that before. Thank you so very much.

[@fixthemthings]

I’m glad my video helped you.

[@jeanniedrean6348]

Thank you so much from keeping me from being ripped off. Saved me $243 dollars. It was the switch.

[@calcosPR]

The man is a savior. I opened the dryer door, and i had a funny feeling so i flicked the door switchy thing and voila

[@jackycook7321]

Thank you so much. After watching your video I found the problem (broken switch) and canceled the repair man that I scheduled. You saved me the $89 tech fee.

[@fixthemthings]

I’m glad the video helped you.

[@kamrankham5567]

Just replaced the door switch for our Maytag Centennial dryer. We were gonna replace this dryer until I watched your video. Thank you so much. God bless. I'm shocked it worked

[@ashleymiller6825]

OMG, thank you so much! I have this exact dryer and couldn’t turn it on today. $9 on Amazon and I’m pretty sure I can fix it myself now. Lights on inside and the door switch is working as you showed a working model. Buying the fuse. Thought I was going to have to buy a new dryer or pay a $200 repair fee.

[@malikat4]

I don't know if you will ever read this, but thank you so much! It was the door switch! I ordered the part from Amazon and it will be here tomorrow

[@fixthemthings]

Glad you found your problem.

[@alexandrearice1043]

What do I look up to find this part?

[@oldrosestereo6265]

After watching this, I found that the fused link was open. Got one for a couple bucks off amazon and it fixed it. Thanks so much.

[@fixthemthings]

Awesome. Glad the video helped.

[@lattygoddess1]

Thanks for the video, I was able to fix my dryer on my own.

[@SuzanneSperring-e9f]

So informative and easy to follow instructions on these "easy" repairs. Thanks for helping us out...much appreciated!

[@jamesrexford4297]

Your video was very helpful and guided me so that I could fix this myself. I knew it was probably the switch because the light had not been coming on for several weeks (but the dryer was still working until this past weekend), but I didn't know how to go about making the repair. Your video also encouraged me to go ahead and order a fuse with the switch to have it on hand because that is probably the next thing that will fail. Thank you.

[@nathanjfreeland5256]

Just wanted to say thanks. I fixed mine tonight. And, Actually called a friend who had the fuse after it tested bad... He brought it 15miles to my house for $35. My wife thinks I'm Superman!.. 🤷🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️😂

[@ancad3d]

Thank you very much i got it fix just $10 Thank again

[@chennard1]

Helped me fix mine and keep my unit alive. Bought the part for $6 and saved big time! Thanks!

[@fixthemthings]

Awesome. Glad I was able to help.

[@tonyledesma2225]

Where did you buy the part from ?

[@chennard1]

Amazon. Just buy the whole kit, like $32 and you can easily replace almost every part on the back.

[@chennard1]

Amazon. Just buy the whole kit, like $32 and you can easily replace almost every part on the back.

[@chennard1]

Amazon. Just buy the whole kit, like $32 and you can easily replace almost every part on the back.

[@johnrambert4261]

Just want to say , thank you; you are a good teacher and I was able to follow your advice and diagnose the problem. Thanks again

[@fixthemthings]

Hey. Glad I could help.

[@rosado4444]

Thank you for sharing! It was the thermal fuse in my case, the switch was good. 👍🏼 Hero status achieved with the Mrs, bonus!

[@fixthemthings]

If your thermal was bad, make sure your exhaust pipe is clean. This usually causes the thermals to fail.

[@rosado4444]

Will do, thank you Sir! Happy 4th!

[@peterflaten1521]

Nice video! Well delivered and straight forward. It was nice to see the testing of the thermal devices as well. If you had just done the lid switch some people would be upset if the lid switch did not solve the problem. Nice to see nearly all things tested. An uncommon item that may cause the same problem is the push button to start the dryer.

[@johnsancz1396]

Thank you very much Señor. I just bought the door switch for only $ 5.50 Muchas gracias. Gog bless you 🙏

[@fixthemthings]

Glad I could help!

[@nicoleplatt6658]

The best fix it video. Save us from buying a new dryer. ❤

[@Enlightenation]

Hey! Thank you so much for this video. My switch was also bad and your help certainly saved me hundreds of dollars today.

[@fixthemthings]

Hey. Glad I could help.

[@flailingcultist8961]

It was the thermal fuse for me. Thanks for including that even though it wasn't the issue you ran into. 👍

[@fixthemthings]

Good deal!

[@flailingcultist8961]

For other people with the same issue, the vent pipe was filled with lint. I cleaned that and the outside vent so wouldn't have to buy another fuse too soon.

[@bicivelo]

Wow! Now I know how to use the ohm setting on my multimeter! The first thing I checked was the thermal coupler and it read nothing at all, not even zero, so that was the culprit. Thanks a lot for the great video!

[@fixthemthings]

I’m glad the video helped you.

[@michaelpowell1863]

Great video. This is exactly my dryer's problem and I appreciate you showing me the fix. PERFECT!!!

[@fixthemthings]

@@michaelpowell1863 glad I could help.

[@Thisoldmancamerollinghome]

That’s the same problem with mine. For a while my inner lite wasn’t working. Today, my dryer won’t start. Opened door the lite was on. Looks like a quick fix. Thank you for the video!!

[@jngx80]

The light on mine also went off and the dryer continued to work for another half year or so. A couple of times I opened the door and the dryer continued to spin. today it stopped working. I thought it might be related to the door switch, should’ve looked online and try to fix it but now it’s out on the street for garbage pickup now. Shoot. Do all dryers stop working because of this or just Maytag ones. Seems like a good way to get people to buy a new dryer. I’ve had mine for 10 years though.

[@The_Digital_Arts_World]

Thank-you … hope one of these is my No Starter Problem. It would be nice if you could list where to buy these parts. Great Video … Quick and to the point.

[@matthixson9140]

Thank you for posting this video. Had a no start condition and first thing I checked after watching this was it, the thermal fuse. Thanks!

[@morris7025]

life saver :) my dryer hadn't worked in months - it was the switch!

[@fixthemthings]

Inexpensive fix. Glad the video helped.

[@boserhund13]

Thanks for the video! My dryer is up and running and I only had to pay for the part.

[@ninolove809]

Where do you buy the door switch at and the thermal fuses at 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@fixthemthings]

You can try here: www.ereplacementparts.com/ You can get them at your local appliance repair parts store or many other stores online. You just need your model number.

[@hassanbuho]

Thank you so much for the tip. I just adjusted the door switch that was pushed in and I pulled it out and it worked. Thank you

[@blankpage3592]

Thanks so much. You really just saved me a lot of money. Found the switch on Amazon for around $6.

[@floridastacker]

Yup. I've had to replace all these parts several times over the 6 years I've owned this dryer. Worked! Thanks

[@christopherwilliams6826]

Where did you get your parts from?

[@littlepatrinka7941]

Thanks so much! I was able to fix my dryer! Just wish I found your video before I switched out the push start button.

[@sylver7630]

Fantastic video! Quick to the point solved my problem. bravo bravo bravo! Why can’t all the do it yourself or KZbinrs do it like this… Get to the point show how to do it bing bang boom! Thank you sir very very much!!!!

[@fixthemthings]

Hey. Thanks for the kind remarks. I do like to get right to the point.

[@sylver7630]

@@fixthemthings You saved me easily five to $800 because it’s a 15-year-old dryer and I wasn’t about to have a service call on it… was just going to buy a new one. But the door switch was clearly broken from what you showed and you so thoroughly and easily explained how to get the top off that I did it and it’s working right now. I owe you a beer or seven!

[@thedave877]

Thanks for this. Helped me know what I was getting myself into. Videos like this make everything easier

[@robertswick7654]

Thank you for the help on how to take the dryer apart and repair it. So I did the door switch first and it worked, then I did the thermal switches second and they all worked. So I hit the start button and the dryer worked? I started vacuum up all the lent on the back panel and it was pretty plugged up so maybe the motor got hot and shut down. Good new was I found almost five dollars in coins.

[@gilcunha9980]

Fixed! Thank you so much! It was the switch on the doors thanks for the easy and simple instructions!!

[@elwoodrawlings1163]

Great job. Thank you for taking time to help others solve problems.

[@gabeshobbyshop8777]

Thank you! This video saved me big dollars... I was able to figure things out with the guidance your video provided. It was straight forward and to the point...very informative. I just subscribed, thanks again!

[@luiscarlosagudelo220]

We fixed our dryer! Great video. Thanks

[@terridean3811]

Thank you, this was great video for me to fix my dryer.

[@MrCepillin76]

Thank you very much!! I went to check the door switch before checking the thermal and sure enough door switch broken

[@lisacrager9556]

thank you for sharing this video. My dryer is exactly like this one and my door switch is bad. This video helped me.

[@fixthemthings]

I’m glad it helped you. I will make more videos as I come across something worth fixing.

[@entertainmentstudiox3442]

My Mann just saved people a lot of money and times! Thank you mannn👍🏻

[@tracybrock9031]

What if it's the thermal fuse? Is there a video to fix that? Thanks

[@fixthemthings]

If the thermal fuse is bad, just replace it.

[@天堂與地獄就在一念間]

I fixed my dryer with the switch problem after watching this video. Thank you so much!

[@lesterking5971]

I did exactly what you suggested and that took care of it thanks

[@LenaRigdon22]

Thanks for all the info! You helped us figure out why ours stopped working and how to fix it 🙂

[@rvbzero7]

have u been slamming that door lol

[@olearysteve04005]

Great video. I have the same dryer and will check these.

[@emmanuelaltamiranogarza2944]

Thank you, this video helped me, in my case the fault was a fuse 🙌🏼

[@fixthemthings]

Your welcome. Glad I could help.

[@donnierhum359]

All of my connections are reading zero Ohms and the switch is good but it still won’t turn on. Any other suggestions?!

[@fixthemthings]

It may be your timer. Move it around to different positions and see if it will start. I don’t think the timer will be worth exchanging. Probably better off buying a new one.

[@ralph0808z]

Great video and to the point! One comment though, if you had an ohm meter why wouldn't you use it to check the switch before removing it?...(unless you knew it already! lol)

[@garofalo1707]

Thanks buddy helped me out , my problem was the fuse.

[@adinaapril1631]

Yeeesss thank you my son fixed our dryer bc of this video

[@fixthemthings]

Hey. I’m glad I could help.

[@edratlanta]

Thank u. Just stopped my mom from buying a new dryer

[@hassanghaemifard903]

Thank you. I had the door switch problem

[@edgarsmith9994]

About to throw my dryer out. Sir you save the day. And money 💰

[@fixthemthings]

Glad I could help. Thanks for the comment.

[@Zealousky]

Thanks for the video. I didn't find the problem, but at least I know what isn't the issue.

[@OscarMartinez-ry8er]

Thank so much!!!! I have the exact same dryer and replacing the fuse and switch was exactly what needed to be changed for it to work again!

[@fixthemthings]

Awesome. Glad it helped.

[@Genwaworldwide]

thanks...fixed my door switch with your help!

[@fixthemthings]

Glad it helped you.

[@ernestoescareno4043]

Thanks quick and to the point 😊🎉

[@zztop8592]

Maytag used to bragg about dependability, now they make more off of repairs than the machine itself! LOL 🤣

[@emmamassie5591]

Thank you! I opened the back, cleaned the vents, replaced the thermal fuse...not sure I know how to use a reading tool... But I can try! When you say you want "zero ohms". It may be easier to replace the door switch before checking ohms...or maybe not. Anyhow - for this exact model - how do I know which door switch to buy?

[@fixthemthings]

Most likely the door switch. Anything a human can break. 🤪. You can type in your model number into this website to find the part number then do a google search for that part number to find the best price. www.ereplacementparts.com/

[@emmamassie5591]

@@fixthemthings My dryer is working again! Thank you for your help!!!! I replaced the door switch and that was the last piece of the puzzle! $11 total (thermal fuse and door switch) and I'm ready for more laundry!

[@garciasschevy]

What did you check on the thermonuclear and the other fuses? please explain as clear as possible

[@TomassinaBaker-fj1ul]

Where do you find replacement parts for the problems you addressed here? Would a Lowes or Home Depot have them?

[@fixthemthings]

You can search online or your local appliance parts store. Ereplacementparts.com should work.

[@videogames9972]

yeah mine was kinda loose too it might be the reason why it wont start thx for the video

[@Fourm4t]

Thanks for the video. I have the same dryer. Would the switch still bulb still light up and click normal if it were bad? Would you know the part number for the fuses?

[@StrongNoah]

How does that Flicker Switch affect the power to the whole dryer when it’s really just a light switch? The Fuse is behind the control panel in the back. Wouldn’t that be the one to power the machine instead of the front switch? I don’t get it? And I’m not an electrician either. But I’m a pre beginner!

[@n1kkri]

Can you test the switch before you go out and buy one and if so what points do you measure for either an open or close contact.

[@nadski88]

2 yrs lol can it still be a door switch if it turns the light on and off. It feels a little floppy but still has spring. I gor one coming in after that I do not kno the problem all the fuses are good and start button is good

[@theblimpgamrrjaris5511]

hey video is great but i’m not great with a multi meter my thermal switch on this exact brand reads 4.7 but when i touch the other 2 side of the switch it reads 0 ohms idk if it’s blown or not lol

[@fixthemthings]

@@theblimpgamrrjaris5511 if I’m reading that correctly it sounds like it is good. It is most likely the door switch that is bad due to slamming the door.

[@garciasschevy]

Where did you had your multimeter set?

[@billymartin6390]

Thanks man it was the first thing u checked ..thermal fuse

[@bleachbawlz2333]

may I ask where you bought the part

[@christopherwilliams6826]

Did you get an answer about where to get the parts?

[@pjrelectric7855]

Thanks for the quick fix tips!

[@fixthemthings]

Glad I could help.

[@luisbuendia913]

I have same dryer, it will not start and I noticed that the tub will not spin- should it? Could it be the belt?

[@fixthemthings]

Could be. Need to inspect.

[@danielabate397]

I am not sure I know how to use the meter properly but if I'm checking continuity and I read zero ohms...doesn't that mean the circuit is open? Also when I looked at your meter...I thought I saw movement or reading when you checked each of the other switches? Please help and thank you

[@fixthemthings]

Zero ohms means a short which means the circuit is good. It’s just like touching your leads together. If it’s say less than 10ohms then they are probably good. If your meter reads OL or a very high number then the devices are bad. The problem with these dryers is almost always the door switch unless your exhaust pipe is plugged up. If it’s plugged up then it could overheat causing fuse failures. Hope that helped.

[@billoakley4513]

Just an FYI, I had the same issue. Turned out to be a faulty breaker in the electrical panel.

[@DK00018]

What does it mean is it reads .004 on the black switch where the 4 plugs are (bottom left) it's the 2 blue wires with white tips.

[@LDoficial956]

Thanks it worked...thanks for video

[@CoachGarcia]

I change my thermal fuse like suggested in the video because my dryer wasnt turning on ...now it is working again but i have a weird noise kinda scared to leave it running any idea was it is causing this noise 😢 ? Is it because i put back the wires wrong way in the new thermal fuse ?

[@fixthemthings]

Did you clean it out and clean the pipe to the outside? Don’t want a fire. What does the noise sound like? Clunks or squeaks or what?

[@CoachGarcia]

@fixthemthings it's sounds like a nail or coins spinning inside but it wasn't making that sound before just after I switch the new thermal fuse in I was thinking maybe I got the wires mix up ... I did clean a bit but not the roof since I can't get up there

[@fixthemthings]

@@CoachGarcia shouldn’t be anything to do with the wires. Maybe a penny got up underneath the plastic fins on the drum.

[@CoachGarcia]

@fixthemthings u were right I found Allen key just now start it again back like new no sound Thanks again Boss 🙂

[@ajmacintyre]

Need to check the push button start . I push it in but it won’t stay running.

[@lewisreynolds5513]

What model # is this dryer? Mine is the same one and I believe my on/off switch is broken. Thank you in advance.

[@garciasschevy]

To where do I set my tekpower digital multimeter to check those fuses?

[@fixthemthings]

With no power on the circuit put it on ohms. Horse shoe looking symbol.

[@garciasschevy]

@@fixthemthings okay. And how did you remove the hose? Because I'm having some trouble

[@paytenking4215]

So what if the fixes are bad can I fix that or do I have to get a whole new drier?

[@brianchill]

Good video sir! thanks for sharing!

[@guitars5457]

Did you have to order this part?

[@tiana03cv]

I have the same model. Any suggestions as to why after about 10 minutes it turns off? Not all of the time. But most of the time it does. Sometimes I can turn the timer alert to the on position while pushing the knob to start it in and start it. Sometimes I have to wait about 20 minutes.

[@fixthemthings]

Sounds like the thermal is getting too hot and switching off. Check you piping going to the outside. Is there sufficient flow. If not clean the pipes out. Must be flow problem.

[@tiana03cv]

@@fixthemthings I didn't expect a reply so quickly. Thank you so much! 🤗

[@tikafabulous]

your a great teacher