Owners of Maytag dryer often have to deal with a thermal fuse issue after six and more years of usage. Dryer thermal fuse is located on the blower housing. If the dryer overheats, the thermal fuse blows is cutting off power to the motor or the heating system. If the thermal fuse is faulty, it can stop your appliance from generating heat. The thermal fuse cannot be reset. Fuses often blow due to a clogged dryer vent. To repair your dryer, you will need to replace the part. To access the dryer’s large, rear panel, slide your dryer away from the wall. Remove all the screws securing the panel to the dryer. Once the screws are out, carefully lift the panel off the dryer and set it down somewhere safe. Locate the faulty thermal fuse, and disconnect the wires running to it. Unthread the mounting screw holding the fuse in place, and remove the component from your dryer. Pick up the new thermal fuse and attach it to your dryer with the mounting screw you removed earlier. Reconnect the wires, and reinstall the dryer’s large, rear panel. Plug your appliance into the wall or turn it on at the circuit breaker and push your appliance back so it is properly positioned near the wall. Test your repair out by throwing a load of wet garments into your appliance, and running them through a dry cycle. Troubleshooting of your Maytag dryer requires special tools and particular skills otherwise it may cause even bigger problems. It goes without saying you need your appliance working properly at the highest efficiency. That is why we recommend contacting a professional dryer repair technician and eliminate the issue easily.
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