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Maytag Gas Dryer Repair?
I have a 15 year old Maytag gas dryer (model number DG 482 W) that has
suddenly started to cycle on and off in roughly 30 second increments. I don't think it's a heat buildup problem since it starts cycling immediately after it's turned on. I've checked the ducting, and everything is clear. The flame is a nice, bright blue. Any/all suggestions are appreciated. |
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Maytag Gas Dryer Repair?
Gas valve solenoid.
"Jim Stansell" wrote in message ... I have a 15 year old Maytag gas dryer (model number DG 482 W) that has suddenly started to cycle on and off in roughly 30 second increments. I don't think it's a heat buildup problem since it starts cycling immediately after it's turned on. I've checked the ducting, and everything is clear. The flame is a nice, bright blue. Any/all suggestions are appreciated. |
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Maytag Gas Dryer Repair?
Jim,
I am not familiar with this model dryer so take my comment with a grain of salt. Sounds to me from your description like it may be a defective temperature feedback sensor dropping out before the unit gets to temperature. The fact that it does not stay off and cycles back on would indicate to me that the high temperature safety cutout device is still working correctly. Do you have a schematic of the control circuit? Check all of the devices that are in series (timer control, temp sensor, door sensor, etc.) Good luck! Bob "Jim Stansell" wrote in message ... I have a 15 year old Maytag gas dryer (model number DG 482 W) that has suddenly started to cycle on and off in roughly 30 second increments. I don't think it's a heat buildup problem since it starts cycling immediately after it's turned on. I've checked the ducting, and everything is clear. The flame is a nice, bright blue. Any/all suggestions are appreciated. |
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