Dryer Won't Start

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07-01-2009, 07:39 AM

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Dryer Won't Start

Model Number: PYET344AYW Brand: Maytag Age: 5 - 10 years

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I have an older Maytag dryer, when I try to start it, the power does not come on. I do hear the timer running down, but the light does not come on at all and the dryer does not start. Could this be a faulty start switch or some other issue?

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07-01-2009, 07:29 PM

Gene

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The first thing I would do is check the thermal fuse (#5 on the diagram) and the door switch (#8 on the diagram) for continuity.

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I have an older Maytag dryer, when I try to start it, the power does not come on. I do