Maytag dryer not turning on

What to expect when you experience a Maytag dryer not turning on issue

How is the not turning on problem fixed?

Correcting most not turning on problems usually involves replacing the electronic control board, power supply board or heating element. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.

Sears Home Services recommendations for a dryer that is not turning on

When the dryer is not turning on it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of dryer failures.

What to look out for with a dryer not turning on diagnosis

Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your dryer problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.

Common Reasons Why Your Maytag Dryer Won’t Turn On

Power issues are the number one reason why your Maytag dryer won’t turn on.

Here are common power issues that can prevent your Maytag dryer from powering up:

• Unplugged power cord. Make sure the power cord is fully plugged into the electrical outlet.
• Tripped house circuit breaker. Check the house circuit breaker for the dryer and reset the breaker if you find it tripped.
• Power cord wiring. Unplug the dryer and examine the power cord wiring connections on the back of the dryer. Use the installation instructions as a guide for checking the wiring on an electric dryer. Reconnect any loose or disconnected wires.
• Dead electrical outlet. If the electrical outlet is dead even through the circuit breaker is on, an electrician will need to fix the dryer outlet. You can check a gas dryer outlet for power by plugging a lamp or night light into the outlet. If the test item won’t turn on, call the electrician.

If one of these common power issues isn’t causing the problem when your Maytag dryer won’t turn on, a failed control board, bad control panel or internal wiring failure could be preventing the dryer from powering up. Schedule dryer repair to have a service technician diagnose and fix these types of problems when your Maytag dryer won’t turn on.

What To Do When Your Maytag Dryer Will Not Turn On

Follow these troubleshooting steps when your Maytag dryer will not turn on:

1. Check the power cord and plug it securely into the electrical outlet is it’s partially or fully unplugged.
2. Reset the house circuit breaker for the dryer to restore electrical power to the outlet if the breaker tripped.
3. For a gas dryer, check the electrical outlet for power by plugging a night light or small lamp into the outlet. If the electrical outlet is dead, have an electrician repair the outlet.
4. Reset the electronic control board if your dryer has one. Unplug the dryer for 2 minutes then plug the power cord back in to restore power. The electronic control board will reboot and reset. The dryer may power up.
5. Unplug the dryer and check the power cord wiring. For an electric dryer, use the installation manual as a guide to check the power cord wires connected to the terminal block on the back of the dryer. Reconnect any loose or disconnected wires.

If these basic troubleshooting steps don’t help you resolve the problem when your Maytag dryer will not turn on, schedule dryer repair service to have a Sears Home Services technician examine the dryer. The tech may find a bad electronic control board, faulty control panel or internal wiring failure preventing the dryer from powering up.