Troubleshooting - Maytag MEDB850WB - 29" Electric Dryer Use And Care Manual

The dryer light automatically turns on inside the dryer drum when
you open the door.
To change the drum light
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Open the dryer door. I_ocate the light bulb cover on the back
wall of the dryer. Remove the screw located in the lower right
corner of the cover. Remove the cover.
3. Turn bulb counterclockwise. Replace the bulb with a 10-watt
appliance bulb only. Replace the cover and secure with the
SCrew.
4. Plug in dryer or reconnect power.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
to possibly avoid the cost of a service call...
In U.S.A. www.maytag.com/help - In Canada www.maytag.ca
• Is the clothing knotted or balled up?
,_,_/,_: _, _i _ 2/_, _;:_.;;::!_ _,, _ When balled up, the load will bounce, causing the dryer to
......... "_'_'" _ _'__'_ vibrate. Separate the load items and restart the dryer.
Dryer will not run
• Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?
There may be 2 household fuses or circuit breakers for the dryer.
Check that both fuses are intact and tight, or that both circuit
breakers have not tripped. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit
breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
• Is the correct power supply available?
Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with a
qualified electrician.
• Was a regular fuse used?
Use a time-delay fuse.
• Is the dryer door firmly closed?
• Was the Start/Pause button firmly pressed?
I_arge loads may require pressing and holding the Start/Pause
button for 2-5 seconds.
No heat
Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?
The drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Electric
dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. Replace the
fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an
electrician.
• Is the valve open on the gas supply line on gas models?
Unusual sounds
Has the dryer had a period of non-use?
If the dryer hasn't been used for a while, there may be a
thumping sound during the first few minutes of operation.
• Is a coin, button, or paper clip caught between the drum and
front or rear of the dryer?
Check the front and rear edges of the drum for small objects.
Clean out pockets before laundering.
• Is it a gas dryer?
The gas valve clicking is a normal operating sound.
• Are the four legs installed, and is the dryer level front to back
and side to side?
The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed. See the
Installation Instructions.
Dryer displaying code message
"PF" (power failure), check the following:
Was the drying cycle interrupted by a power failure?
I)epending on the length of the power outage, you may be able
to resume the cycle by simply pressing START/PAUSE; otherwise,
press POWER/CANCEl. and then start a new drying cycle.
"F" Variable (F1, F2, F20, etc.) service codes:
Ca[[ for service.
"L2" Diagnostic Code (low or no line voltage condition):
The drum will turn, but there may be a problem with your home
dPower supply keeping the dryer's heater from turning on. The
ryer will continue to run when this diagnostic code is present.
Press any key to clear the code from the display and return to the
estimated time remaining.
Try the following:
Check to see if a household fuse has blown or circuit breaker has
tripped. Electric dryers use two household fuses or breakers.
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
In the U.S.A. - Confirm the power cord is properly installed.
Refer to "Electrical Connection" for details.
Select a Timed Cycle, and restart the dryer.
If the message persists, consult a qualified electrician.
"AF" (low airflow condition):
The dryer will continue to run when this diagnostic code is
present. Press any key to clear the code from the display and
return to the estimated time remaining.
Try the following:
Clean lint screen.
Check to see if the vent run from the dryer to the wall is crushed
or kinked.
Confirm the vent run from the dryer to the wall is free of lint and
debris.
Confirm the exterior vent exhaust hood is free of lint and debris.
Confirm your vent system falls within the recommended run
length and number of elbows for the type of vent you are using.
Refer to "Plan Vent System" in the Installation Instructions for
details.
Select a Timed Cycle, and restart the dryer.
If the message persists, have your entire home venting run
cleaned.
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