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Thx Rick.
So if I understand you, I would want to replace the dial mechanism (part?) Is that a difficult task? And what's the best way to find that part number?
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Originally Posted by: JamaicaBob  So if I understand you, I would want to replace the dial mechanism No, I just said usually but depending on your model it could be anything. What's your model number?
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It's a Maytag Centennial (MGDC400VW0).
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I think this is the same for your model so try this; Be sure the dryer is in standby mode (plugged in with all indicators off, or with only the Dry indicator on). Select any one button (except Control Lock and Start/Pause) and follow these steps: Using the same button (remember the button) Press/hold for 2 seconds> Release for 2 seconds> Press/ hold for 2 seconds> Release for 2 seconds> Press/ hold for 2 second. If this test mode has been entered successfully, all indicators on the console are illuminated for 5 seconds with 8:88 showing in the Estimated Time Remaining three-digit display. If there are no saved fault codes or active fault codes, center board indicators on the console will momentarily turn off, then stay on with 8:88 displayed. If entry into Diagnostic Test Mode is unsuccessful, choose a different button (except Control Lock and Start/Pause) and repeat. If there is an active fault code, it will be flashing in the display. If there is no active fault code, 8:88 will be displayed, center board indicators momentarily turn off, and then all the indicator lights will be turned on. If there are any saved fault codes, the most recent code will show “F:” and flash “XX” where “XX” is the fault code. If there are no fault codes, open the door and locate the moisture sensor, two metal strips on the inside of the dryer. Wet your finger and bridge both strips. If a continuous beep tone is heard and an alphanumeric number is displayed on the console, the sensor is OK. If a continuous beep tone is not heard or is heard before bridging the two metal strips, there’s a problem with the moisture sensor. Press the Power/Cancel button to exit diagnostics.
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Looks like either I gave you the wrong number, or there may have been a couple units with the same number.
My Centennial only has a dial - old school. :)
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OK, old school. Check the cycling thermostat for continuity. Measure the thermostat heater (smaller wires on the cycling thermostat) It should measure 5600-8400 ohms. If it checks out, replace the timer.
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Ok, sounds simple enough... Unless I don't know what the 'cycling thermostat' is. Or where it is. Measuring resistance I've got, locating 'smaller wires' I've got, I just need to know where :)
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Rick my light does come on and ignite for about 15 seconds and then turns off when I checked where you pop off the plastic piece .. Does that mean it Dosent work ?
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Natasha, give me your model number and describe exactly what it's doing.
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Model #MGDC400VW0 it I hot but not drying I read earlier posts and popped off the plastic portion below the door and in fact it would ignite but then go out it is a gas dryer
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