Maytag dryer not heating

Why is my dryer running but not getting hot?

As soon as you find that your dryer is not heating and it’s an electric version, check the house circuit breaker for the dryer to see if one of the 2 breakers for the dryer has tripped. Reset the circuit breaker if you find one tripped. This may restore power to the dryer heating circuit so it begins heating.

For a gas dryer that is not heating, check gas supply cut-off valve and open that valve if you find it shut.

If these basic troubleshooting steps don’t help restore heat in your dryer, schedule dryer repair service to have a Sears Home Service technician visit your home and fix the heating failure.

Why isn’t my dryer heating?

When your dryer is running but not heating, a number of different failures could be causing this symptom. Diagnosing and fixing heating problems differs for gas and electric dryers.

We’ll provide advice for both types of dryers.

Why is my Electric Dryer Not Heating?

In this helpful DIY video, we show you how to troubleshoot your dryer that won’t heat, including checking the heating element, high-limit thermostat, operating thermostat, thermal cut-off fuse and timer. Learn about a few easy tests you can run to find the problem, including using a multimeter to make sure current is flowing between the parts. Once you know what the issue is, you can fix the issue yourself or have our Sears Home Services technician fix the problem for you.

Check the Power Supply

The first step is to check to see if the dryer is getting the correct amount of power. You may think the dryer is getting enough power if the motor runs, but the heating element needs 240 volts of electricity to heat. The motor will run even if the dryer is only getting 120 volts of power.

Check your power cord to make sure it’s not damaged. Then, reset your house circuit breaker to make sure it’s not tripped. Set your dryer to a timed dry, high-heat cycle and see if it heats up after resetting the breakers.

If it’s still not heating, you’ll need to check the components on the control circuit. Checking continuity with a multimeter will allow you to test them all at once.

First, unplug the dryer. For safety, always disconnect power before checking continuity. Remove the back panel from the dryer, then remove the back of the control panel. Unplug the large red wire from terminal "A" on the timer. Set the multimeter to read ohms of resistance.

Measure resistance between the large red wire on the timer and the heating element terminal where the large red wire is connected. If you measure near 15 ohms of resistance through this circuit, then you know that the heating element, high-limit thermostat, operating thermostat and thermal cut-off fuse are all okay. You can skip ahead to learn how to check out your timer in the video.

Check the Dryer Heating Element

If you measured no electrical continuity through the circuit described, then check the heating element. Place your meter leads on the heating element terminals. You should measure near 15 ohms of resistance through the heating element.

If you measured no continuity, then the heating element is broken. This video will show you how to replace it:

If you measured near 15 ohms of resistance, then the heating element is good. Continue with the troubleshooting tips in the video to find the cause of your dryer not heating.

Why is my Gas Dryer Not Heating?

There are a many things that could keep your dryer from heating up. You might have a problem with the gas supply to the dryer, or problems with the flame sensor, gas valve coils, high-limit thermostat, operating thermostat, thermal cut-off fuse, thermal fuse, igniter or timer. I know that sounds like a lot, but don’t worry, we’ll help you work through it with the troubleshooting tips in this video:

Once you find the cause of the heating failure, decide whether you want to fix the problem yourself or have a Sears Home Services technician fix the dryer for you. If you want to have a technician fix the dryer, schedule dryer repair service.

Resolving a heating problem in your dryer will fix the appliance so it dries your clothes properly again.

What to expect when you experience a Maytag dryer not heating issue

How is the not heating problem fixed?

Correcting most not heating problems usually involves replacing the heating element, thermal cut-off fuse or thermal fuse. 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 heating

When the dryer is not heating it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts, we recommend scheduling Maytag dryer repair with a local Sears Home Services professional who can 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 heating 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.

Maytag Bravos XL Dryer Will Not Heat

When your Maytag Bravos XL dryer will not heat and you have a gas version, check the gas supply cut-off valve. Open that valve if you find it shut. This will restore the gas supply going to the dryer so the burner will heat.

If you have an electric Maytag Bravos XL dryer that will not heat, check the house circuit breakers for the dryer. The motor will run and spin the drum if 120-volts of power is supplied to the dryer. If the second leg of 120-volt power required for the heating circuit is missing, the dryer won’t heat. Reset the house circuit breakers for the dryer if you find one of the breakers tripped.

If these basic troubleshooting tips don’t help fix the problem when your Maytag Bravos XL dryer will not heat, schedule dryer repair service to have a Sears Home Services technician diagnose and repair the heating failure.

Common Causes for a Maytag Dryer Not Getting Hot

Knowing the common causes for a Maytag dryer not getting hot may help you fix the problem. Here are the most common causes for heating failures in gas and electric Maytag clothes dryers.

Gas Maytag Dryer Not Getting Hot

• No gas supply. Check the gas supply cut-off valve to make sure it’s open.
• Weak gas valve coils. If the burner ignites once when your initially start the dryer but won’t continue heating, weak gas valve coils are likely causing the problem. The gas valve coils are likely strong enough to open the gas valve when they’re cold but won’t continue to open the gas valve as the coils heat up during the cycle. Schedule dryer repair service to have a service technician install new gas valve coils.
• Blown thermal fuse. A clogged vent system in the dryer will cause the thermal fuse to blow. Clear lint and debris out of the flexible hose behind the dryer and then have a service technician replace the blown thermal fuse.
• Failed operating thermostat. When the operating thermostat is bad, the dryer won’t heat at all. Schedule dryer repair service to have a service technician check the operating thermostat and replace it if necessary.

Electric Maytag Dryer Not Getting Hot

• Tripped circuit breaker. The dryer will run if one of the 2 dryer circuit breakers is okay but one has tripped. Reset the house circuit breakers for the dryer and the element may begin heating.
• Broken heating element. A broken heating element is a common cause of heating failures in Maytag electric dryers. Have a service technician check the heating element and replace it if it’s bad.
• Faulty operating thermostat. The element won’t heat of the operating thermostat is bad. Schedule dryer repair service to have a service technician test the thermostat and replace it if necessary.
  A cool Maytag dryer usually suggests a burned-out element, thermostat glitch, or shorted igniter. Multiple runs just run up your energy bill. Rather than guess, rely on dryer repair near me. Restoring heat ensures each cycle finishes with clothes fully ready to wear.