Maytag dryer not spinning

What would cause a Whirlpool dryer not to spin?

Broken or disconnected drive belt

A broken or disconnect drive belt is the leading cause of a dryer not spinning.

If your dryer has a broken belt switch, the motor won’t run when the belt is disconnected from the drum or broken because that switch prevents the motor from getting electrical current.

When your model doesn’t have a broken belt switch, the motor will run but the drum won’t turn.

Checking the dryer drive belt in many dryers is fairly simple:

1. Unplug the dryer to disconnect electrical power. Shut off the gas supply cut-off valve if you have a gas dryer.
2. Remove the top panel mounting screws and lift the top dryer panel to view the drive belt on the top of the dryer drum.

Check to see if the belt is intact and fits tightly across the top of the dryer drum. If it does, then a different problem is likely preventing your dryer from spinning.

If the belt is broken, replace it or have a service technician replace it.

If you have a dryer with the lint screen housing on the top panel, you’ll need to follow the steps in this safe DIY video to access, check and replace the dryer drive belt:

If you’re not completely confident that you can complete this repair on your own, schedule dryer repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to fix your dryer.

Bad dryer drive motor

When the drive motor buzzes and clicks off when trying to start, internal wiring or components in the motor could be bad. Replacing the drive motor in this situation will often cure the spinning failure in your dryer.

Here’s a DIY video that shows how to replace the drive motor in one of the most common types of dryers:

Replacing the drive motor in a dryer is a fairly advanced repair. If you’re not certain that you can safely replace the drive motor on your own, schedule repair service to have a service technician replace the motor.

Other causes of a dryer not spinning

If the above tips don’t help you find the cause of your dryer not spinning, a bad door switch, failed push-to-start switch, wiring failure or control system problem can also prevent your dryer from spinning.

This safe DIY troubleshooting video walks you through how to diagnose a common electric dryer that won’t start:

This video provides the same information for a gas dryer:

When you’re unable to find the cause of your dryer not spinning, reach out to Sears Home Services and we’ll visit your home and repair the problem for you.

What causes a Maytag dryer not to spin?

Broken or disconnected drive belt

A broken or disconnect drive belt is the leading cause of a Maytag dryer not spinning.

If your Maytag dryer has a broken belt switch, the motor won’t run when the belt is disconnected from the drum or broken because that switch prevents the motor from getting electrical current.

When your Maytag model doesn’t have a broken belt switch, the motor will run but the drum won’t turn.

Checking the dryer drive belt in many Maytag dryers is fairly simple:

1. Unplug the dryer to disconnect electrical power. Shut off the gas supply cut-off valve if you have a gas dryer.
2. Remove the top panel mounting screws and lift the top dryer panel to view the drive belt on the top of the dryer drum.

Check to see if the belt is intact and fits tightly across the top of the dryer drum. If it does, then a different problem is likely preventing your Maytag dryer from spinning.

If the belt is broken, replace it or have a service technician replace it.

If you have a Maytag dryer with the lint screen housing on the top panel, you’ll need to follow the steps in this safe DIY video to access, check and replace the dryer drive belt:

If you’re not completely confident that you can complete this repair on your own, schedule dryer repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to fix your Maytag dryer.

Bad dryer drive motor

When the drive motor buzzes and clicks off when trying to start, internal wiring or components in the motor could be bad. Replacing the drive motor in this situation will often cure the spinning failure in your Maytag dryer.

Here’s a DIY video that shows how to replace the drive motor in one of the most common types of Maytag dryers:

Replacing the drive motor in a Maytag dryer is a fairly advanced repair. If you’re not certain that you can safely replace the drive motor on your own, schedule repair service to have a service technician replace the motor.

Other causes of a Maytag dryer not spinning

If the above tips don’t help you find the cause of your dryer not spinning, a bad door switch, failed push-to-start switch, wiring failure or control system problem can also prevent your Maytag dryer from spinning.

This safe DIY troubleshooting video walks you through how to diagnose a common Maytag electric dryer that won’t start:

This video provides the same information for a Maytag gas dryer:

When you’re unable to find the cause of your Maytag dryer not spinning, reach out to Sears Home Services and we’ll visit your home and repair the problem for you.

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

How is the not spinning problem fixed?

Correcting most not spinning problems usually involves replacing the drum belt, heating element or drum bearing. 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 spinning

When the dryer is not spinning 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 spinning 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.

If your Maytag dryer drum stays put, worn belts or motor issues likely stall the tumbling. Damp clothes left idle risk mold. Let dryer fix near me diagnose the belt, pulleys, or motor. A quick turnaround ensures fresh laundry with minimal wait.