Troubleshooting - Maytag MEDC500VW User Instructions

Moving care - Electric Dryers
For power supply cord-connected dryers:
1. Unplug the power supply cord.
2. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
3. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.
For direct-wired dryers:
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
1. Disconnect power.
2.
Disconnect wiring.
3. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
4. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.
Moving care - Gas Dryers
1. Unplug the power supply cord.
2. Close shutoff valve in gas supply line.
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Dryer will not run
Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?
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Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. The
drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Replace the
fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call
an electrician.
Is the correct power supply available?
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Electric dryers require 240-volt power supply. Check with a
qualified electrician.
Was a regular fused used?
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Use a time-delay fuse.
Is the dryer door firmly closed?
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Was the Start button or knob firmly pressed?
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Is a cycle selected?
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The dryer will not start in the Wrinkle Prevent position. Move
the dial past OFF.
No heat
Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped?
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Electric dryers use 2 household fuses or circuit breakers. The
drum may be turning, but you may not have heat. Replace the
fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call
an electrician.
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3. Disconnect gas supply line pipe and remove fittings attached to
dryer pipe.
4. Cap the open fuel supply line.
5. Make sure leveling legs are secure in dryer base.
6. Use masking tape to secure dryer door.
Changing the Drum Light
(on some models)
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Open the dryer door. Locate the light bulb cover on the back
wall of the dryer. Using a Phillips head screw driver, remove
the screw located in the lower right-hand 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.
For gas dryers, is the valve open on the supply line?
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Unusual sounds
Has the dryer had a period of non-use?
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If the dryer hasn't been used for awhile, there may be a
thumping sound during the first few minutes of operation.
Is coin, button, or paper clip caught between the drum and
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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?
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The gas valve clicking is a normal operating sound.
Are the four legs installed, and is the dryer level front to back
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and side to side?
The dryer may vibrate if not properly installed. See the
Installation Instructions.
Is the clothing knotted or balled up?
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When balled up, the load will bounce, causing the dryer to
vibrate. Separate the load items and restart
the dryer.
Timer does not noticeably advance
Is the dryer set to Timed or Air Dry?
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The timer moves slowly and continuously for the timed setting.