This tutorial saved me a ton of time and money. I ordered a replacement parts kit for $65. Arrived next day. Took me just over an hour to disassemble, clean out, swap the broken parts and put back together. The dryer is running better than ever and I’m a much less stressed mama. Moving mountains…of laundry! Thanks for this!
Absolutely fantastic! It seems like every appliance in our house broke the same week so while my husband was busy fixing three other things, I tackled the dryer. I could not have done it without your tutorial. Thank you so much for posting!
Thank you, this is very helpful. I am having a different problem with the Maytag 3000 dryer right now but this video is very help full. I will be replacing these parts on my 10 year old dryer as well. Thank you
I have the 5000 series and it is exactly the same. You helped me immensely. I replaced the thermal cutoff kit a year ago and my heating element looked like yours. Dryer worked. Now my element looks like a volcano. I should have replaced everything a year ago and saved time. Thanks for the great video and knowledge.
@@gymfun948 There is a screw in the front holding it in place and the two connections on the side. If its never been removed then it is probably just factory tight. Should be able to jiggle it loose.
Erik, I have the 5000-series as well. When your heating element went out, did your dampness indicator panel keep showing "Dry" prior to replacing the element?
Thank you, sir. Not sure of the model number, but we have a 3000 series dryer that quit on Friday. Same exact problem statement as with yours. Ours lasted 12 years before the first failure. Pulled the heating element just like you described and found the exact same thing with ours. Local appliance parts house had one in stock, so I had it up and running on Saturday. Probably pair more than you did, but minimized the down time.
I have a maytag 3000 dryer ...bought a cheap heating element on ebay for 20 dollars or so .. didn't last long ..I'm going with the genuine part this time even if it costs more
This is identical to mine, so this video is exactly what I needed. I just changed out the thermal fuse this evening and that didn't do it, so on to what you did here. I gotta order the parts, but I live in Arizona, so maybe the shorter trip means it won't arrive bent up. 😅
thanks, mine had a lip on the far end of the heater tube, needed to pull back and lift it a bit. had I ordered the correct element, would have been a great fix... now I wait for correct one.... still saved a service call!
This is a great video that you provided. However when I watched other dryer repairman test the thermostat and heating element they make it look so much more easier than you did. They just basically test for continuity and that will show them exactly what failed instead of taking everything apart like you did and you made it seem so complicated. I understand that you’re trying to rebuild the whole entire heating assembly. What you did is like changing the tires on your car when the tires still have threading and is still good. You should’ve just change the fuse that blew and keep using that heating element that still works to preserve the new one that you ordered. You can be used at a later time.
No you are wrong. A visual inspection should be done first. Then if nothing is found then do a resistance test. The wire burned up because to much resistance in either the connection or the element. If you watched the whole video I explained why I replaced everything, but I will tell you again. The plate that holds the element was cracked and warped. It will eventually touch the element, short it out and brake the element. I figure the elements only last about 5 years because I replaced the original one after 5 years. Now another 5 years have passed and it starting to do the same thing. Warping and cracking. This time I replaced everything because I only replaced the element last time. In your statement you say to replace the fuse. The fuse was not bad , The wire had burned up.
Changing out the items you had and cleaning the dryer made the most sense to me. Why not replace the items since you had it apart. The part cost is reasonable and cheaper than a new dryer. Clearly the heating element needed to be replaced with the warping and cracking. Also, I feel like the way you showed what you did allowed viewers to see the lint that collects so they can see it needs to be cleaned out to avoid a fire. Thank you for sharing this content. As a single woman on a limited budget I feel like I will be able to repair the dryer on my own. You are appreciated.
I want to thank you so much, it worked. Took me way to long to take apart and put together but we finally have heat. Amd this mom of 6 can do laundry. I am noticing this squeaking noise now and am worried? Do you think it could be a screw loose, that I didn't tighten all the way? Now that I listen more, maybe a scrapping? It's constant though. I guess I'm not sure what else it could be? Thank you again.
Nice Job again! .... You are now officially known as "The Maytag Repairman." I'm surprised the heating system of the MAYTAG needs so much maintenance, Do you think the burned wire was caused by failure of the fuse to open in the circuit? What turns the drum? ... belt; direct drive? Fortunately, , the only maintenance I have had on my 1982 Sears KENMORE electric dryer was the drum belt in 2005. I
I need some help! I put in the new heating element, thermostat and fuse but I can't figure out how to put the filter housing cover back on. Mine is a 5000 series but it looks exactly like this one when opened up. I took off the filter fan housing cover off to clean up the lint (just like in the video, it was a good thing to clean that mess up!) However, I'm having trouble getting the housing cover back on due to the long flat bent metal piece that goes through the back of the housing cover to the inside. Which was does it go? How did you reinstall it? At 2:28 in the video it is the piece that you say "I don't know why that's loose". And then when the Drier is reassembled, at 16:14 you say "I didn't need to pull this off" the housing is back on. I need to know how you reinstalled it!
Great tutorial! I just discovered this issue with my Maytag 3000 series last night. After watching your video, I feel pretty confident about doing the work myself. Could you post a link to where you purchased the heating element replacement kit? Thanks!
Hello, can you not come over and do mine? I cleant the vent and behind the dryer. Plugged it back in. No heat! Before that, it just worked fine for years… I am a woman..I would hate to take the whole thing apart 🙄🤪 How much was the heating element? Thank you! Great video!! You know, what you are doing… Stay safe, stay warm! Greetings from Oklahoma
Thanks for the video! My element had a clip in the back that took a bit of extra pulling to get past. I replaced all the parts that came in the package from Amazon. Why not, right?
Mine finally bit the big one. The control board caught on fire. Luck someone was home and unplugged it. No damage to our house but the dryer smell like burned electric and I had to drag it outside.
Great step by step! Thank you. I definitely need the heating element, but wouldn't mind the bundle that you got. Do you happen to have the link that you ordered all the parts from? Was it Amazon?
Great video...just curious, what steps would I do if the start button stoped working? In other words, it only starts the dryer if it is pushed in with force. My wife has noticed the button pulling back into the machine when the button is pressed “hard” to force start it as if it will break or become unusable... would you know the cause of this problem? Thank you in advance...
I would take it apart and look at it. Sounds like the button is worn out. Do a google search on it and I found a testing procedure to check them. Thanks for watching.
Our Maytag 3000 Series is a natural gas unit. This is helpful to learn what to expect somewhat. I will check the vent then probably go in for a look? Any advice for the NG gas unit? Thanks buddy. Oh, I'll check for parts kit might look like. 👍
This is fhe exact dryer I have. I got an error code f1. So I got a thermal fuse. Still doesn't work. It powers on and whrn I push the start button it just clicks inside. Any ideas!? I'm at my wits end.
This is what I found on the internet. The F01 indicates a failed electronic machine control board. This error code can sometimes be caused by a glitch or power surge through the electrical lines. You may be able to clear this code by unplugging the washer for 5 minutes.
So, I got all the way to pulling the heater out. It won’t come out. I am tugging (while trying not to get sliced up by metal) and it won’t come. Any suggestions?
@@TheGAutomotiveAndMore , thank you. There are no screws. After I removed the screws in front, the front is not connected to anything. No visible screws in back, but there are two small flaps in back that don't move much, but may attach the heater to the back of the dryer. I suspect that a person would need to be familiar with the series 5000 heater attachment to know how to proceed. Are you familiar or have seem a rear attachment on these heaters?
There should be a wiring diagram inside the machine somewhere. I would look at that and see if there is a fuse or something in the wiring you can look at. Thanks for watching
Sorry I don't have one of those. But I bet something like this could have happened. Unplug it, see if you can get the front panel off and take a look. If you don't see anything obvious call a repair person to look at it. Thanks for watching
Its probably the same steps and look. I have the 5000 and its identical to this model. So the video helped. This site has parts and they are inexpensive and ship fast. www.epartsfast.com/mede500vw1-maytag-dryer-thermostat-fuse-kit/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAh4j-BRCsARIsAGeV12DqmzV9LIcD3uFiX0PmJ4dBKSwQcNX9j68gT--NNeD2Q2JcyUu1poIaAh9LEALw_wcB
This heater design is very poorly made , and goes to show you where manufacturers are doing lately maximum profit and no Quality . Thats why we should bring manufacturing back to north America . So you are not buying fire hazard and putting it in your house .
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This tutorial saved me a ton of time and money. I ordered a replacement parts kit for $65. Arrived next day. Took me just over an hour to disassemble, clean out, swap the broken parts and put back together. The dryer is running better than ever and I’m a much less stressed mama. Moving mountains…of laundry! Thanks for this!
Do you have the link ?
Absolutely fantastic! It seems like every appliance in our house broke the same week so while my husband was busy fixing three other things, I tackled the dryer. I could not have done it without your tutorial. Thank you so much for posting!
I know, its one broken thing and then another and another. Thanks for watching
This was a huge help. I have the 5000, and I was able to fix it myself with your instructions.
It was very smart of you to replace the other components that were not broken as preventative maintenance given their age and minimal expense.
It also came in a kit. So I did think it would be better to replace everything. Thanks for watching
God bless you for taking the time to care and post this video for us. You are good man, fine sir.
Thank you, this is very helpful. I am having a different problem with the Maytag 3000 dryer right now but this video is very help full. I will be replacing these parts on my 10 year old dryer as well. Thank you
I have the 5000 series and it is exactly the same. You helped me immensely. I replaced the thermal cutoff kit a year ago and my heating element looked like yours. Dryer worked. Now my element looks like a volcano. I should have replaced everything a year ago and saved time. Thanks for the great video and knowledge.
Yes, when I bought this one they had the 5000 model and they looked very similar. Thanks for watching
Did you have trouble removing the heater? It seems like it is attached in back. Thanks!
@@gymfun948 There is a screw in the front holding it in place and the two connections on the side. If its never been removed then it is probably just factory tight. Should be able to jiggle it loose.
Erik, I have the 5000-series as well. When your heating element went out, did your dampness indicator panel keep showing "Dry" prior to replacing the element?
I have the exact same dryer and the same problems im going to order a new heater and do it my self step by step thank you for all your help
Thanks for the info we watched and was able to fix our Dryer you did a great Job explaining each part Keep up the great wk
Thank you and thanks for watching
Thank you, sir. Not sure of the model number, but we have a 3000 series dryer that quit on Friday. Same exact problem statement as with yours. Ours lasted 12 years before the first failure. Pulled the heating element just like you described and found the exact same thing with ours. Local appliance parts house had one in stock, so I had it up and running on Saturday. Probably pair more than you did, but minimized the down time.
Thanks for watching
Where do you buy the parts? Mine just stopped heating today. I would like to replace it myself.
@@yrisneyra I got our heating element at Dey Distributing out of Sioux Falls, SD. Picked it up locally, but they may be willing to ship.
Absolutely great! Day after Christmas the dryer breaks this helps
I know, my refrigerator stopped working the Tuesday before Christmas this year. I guess I got a new one for Christmas this year. Thanks for watching
Ours stopped working Christmas day.
I have a 4000 series and this video was a life saver!!! Thank you!!
I have a maytag 3000 dryer ...bought a cheap heating element on ebay for 20 dollars or so .. didn't last long ..I'm going with the genuine part this time even if it costs more
This is identical to mine, so this video is exactly what I needed.
I just changed out the thermal fuse this evening and that didn't do it, so on to what you did here. I gotta order the parts, but I live in Arizona, so maybe the shorter trip means it won't arrive bent up. 😅
thanks, mine had a lip on the far end of the heater tube, needed to pull back and lift it a bit. had I ordered the correct element, would have been a great fix... now I wait for correct one.... still saved a service call!
This is a great video that you provided. However when I watched other dryer repairman test the thermostat and heating element they make it look so much more easier than you did. They just basically test for continuity and that will show them exactly what failed instead of taking everything apart like you did and you made it seem so complicated. I understand that you’re trying to rebuild the whole entire heating assembly. What you did is like changing the tires on your car when the tires still have threading and is still good. You should’ve just change the fuse that blew and keep using that heating element that still works to preserve the new one that you ordered. You can be used at a later time.
No you are wrong. A visual inspection should be done first. Then if nothing is found then do a resistance test. The wire burned up because to much resistance in either the connection or the element. If you watched the whole video I explained why I replaced everything, but I will tell you again. The plate that holds the element was cracked and warped. It will eventually touch the element, short it out and brake the element. I figure the elements only last about 5 years because I replaced the original one after 5 years. Now another 5 years have passed and it starting to do the same thing. Warping and cracking. This time I replaced everything because I only replaced the element last time. In your statement you say to replace the fuse. The fuse was not bad , The wire had burned up.
Changing out the items you had and cleaning the dryer made the most sense to me. Why not replace the items since you had it apart. The part cost is reasonable and cheaper than a new dryer. Clearly the heating element needed to be replaced with the warping and cracking. Also, I feel like the way you showed what you did allowed viewers to see the lint that collects so they can see it needs to be cleaned out to avoid a fire. Thank you for sharing this content. As a single woman on a limited budget I feel like I will be able to repair the dryer on my own. You are appreciated.
Great video and explanation!!! I was able to change this myself and got the part at local appliance store.
Can you share the name part number ?
@@leno1764 Not sure on part number but it was the heating coil that needed to be replaced.
Thanks!!! Fixed it in 15 mins 👍
Great video!!! Hugh help. Made it easy. Thanks!!
You're welcome! Thanks for watching
I want to thank you so much, it worked. Took me way to long to take apart and put together but we finally have heat. Amd this mom of 6 can do laundry. I am noticing this squeaking noise now and am worried? Do you think it could be a screw loose, that I didn't tighten all the way? Now that I listen more, maybe a scrapping? It's constant though. I guess I'm not sure what else it could be? Thank you again.
Take the front off again and look if you can see what's wrong.
Thanks. I have to do this this week.
Nice Job again! .... You are now officially known as "The Maytag Repairman." I'm surprised the heating system of the MAYTAG needs so much maintenance, Do you think the burned wire was caused by failure of the fuse to open in the circuit? What turns the drum? ... belt; direct drive?
Fortunately, , the only maintenance I have had on my 1982 Sears KENMORE electric dryer was the drum belt in 2005.
I
I need some help! I put in the new heating element, thermostat and fuse but I can't figure out how to put the filter housing cover back on.
Mine is a 5000 series but it looks exactly like this one when opened up. I took off the filter fan housing cover off to clean up the lint (just like in the video, it was a good thing to clean that mess up!) However, I'm having trouble getting the housing cover back on due to the long flat bent metal piece that goes through the back of the housing cover to the inside. Which was does it go? How did you reinstall it? At 2:28 in the video it is the piece that you say "I don't know why that's loose". And then when the Drier is reassembled, at 16:14 you say "I didn't need to pull this off" the housing is back on. I need to know how you reinstalled it!
You have to align the duck on the right side as you are looking at it. You probably are not sliding them together
Great tutorial! I just discovered this issue with my Maytag 3000 series last night. After watching your video, I feel pretty confident about doing the work myself. Could you post a link to where you purchased the heating element replacement kit? Thanks!
I got it on ebay. The shipping time was terrible, 8 days. But the price was right. Thanks for watching
Hello, can you not come over and do mine? I cleant the vent and behind the dryer. Plugged it back in. No heat! Before that, it just worked fine for years…
I am a woman..I would hate to take the whole thing apart 🙄🤪
How much was the heating element? Thank you!
Great video!! You know, what you are doing…
Stay safe, stay warm! Greetings from Oklahoma
If I remember right it was about $50.00 on E-Bay. Thanks for watching
Great video!
Good video
Thanks for the video! My element had a clip in the back that took a bit of extra pulling to get past. I replaced all the parts that came in the package from Amazon. Why not, right?
Yep, replace everything while your there. Thanks for watching
Mine 3000 series still kicking maybe 15 years. The idler pully, that's the weak link. Maybe three so far replaced.
Mine finally bit the big one. The control board caught on fire. Luck someone was home and unplugged it. No damage to our house but the dryer smell like burned electric and I had to drag it outside.
My Lord. I had a dehumidifier catch fire and took the house with it. Glad you caught it.@TheGAutomotiveAndMore
@@prebaned We were lucky. I now never leave it on when we go out.
Thank you. 🎉
Hi Mr. G, where did you get the new parts from? would you be able to send the link? hoping to hear back from you soon!🙏🏻🙏🏻
I get the heater element from EBay. Just search for Maytag 3000 dryer. Thanks for watching
This also worked with Maytag 2000 series
Great step by step! Thank you. I definitely need the heating element, but wouldn't mind the bundle that you got. Do you happen to have the link that you ordered all the parts from? Was it Amazon?
I got the parts from Ebay. But you might be able to get them from Amazon. Thanks for watching
thank you for tutorial
Great video...just curious, what steps would I do if the start button stoped working?
In other words, it only starts the dryer if it is pushed in with force. My wife has noticed the button pulling back into the machine when the button is pressed “hard” to force start it as if it will break or become unusable... would you know the cause of this problem?
Thank you in advance...
I would take it apart and look at it. Sounds like the button is worn out. Do a google search on it and I found a testing procedure to check them. Thanks for watching.
Our Maytag 3000 Series is a natural gas unit. This is helpful to learn what to expect somewhat. I will check the vent then probably go in for a look? Any advice for the NG gas unit? Thanks buddy. Oh, I'll check for parts kit might look like. 👍
I don't know, I have never worked on one yet. But the principle for the two should be the same.
This is fhe exact dryer I have. I got an error code f1. So I got a thermal fuse. Still doesn't work. It powers on and whrn I push the start button it just clicks inside. Any ideas!? I'm at my wits end.
This is what I found on the internet. The F01 indicates a failed electronic machine control board. This error code can sometimes be caused by a glitch or power surge through the electrical lines. You may be able to clear this code by unplugging the washer for 5 minutes.
@@TheGAutomotiveAndMore thanks. I tried that first. I guess I'm going to have to get a technician to come look at it.
@@michellegedling3492 That's a good idea
Well seems like I going to save some money tomorrow
I thanks a lot
I real y did it yesterday and for real I saved over hundred dollars 👍
So, I got all the way to pulling the heater out. It won’t come out. I am tugging (while trying not to get sliced up by metal) and it won’t come. Any suggestions?
Ouch, okay I got it 😂. Standby for more questions
@@whitneylanthier717 Did you forget a screw or was it just stuck?
Thank you
So how do you tell which is pos/neg side on these sensors of we replace? The thermostat doesn't appear to be labeled as such.
I do not think it matters. One line in One out.
@@TheGAutomotiveAndMore thanks, I just made sure to follow the pattern in how the old ones were bridged.
@@matthewblack8552 That's what I do too. Thanks for watching
Where did you order the kit from ?
E bay
Please i need the link to order the parts, thanks
You need to look up the parts on the internet for your dryer because this dryer might be different part that yours.
Mine is a series 5000. The heater seems to be attached in back and does not slide out. Any advice?
Look for more screws. You have probably miss one. Thanks for watching
@@TheGAutomotiveAndMore , thank you. There are no screws. After I removed the screws in front, the front is not connected to anything. No visible screws in back, but there are two small flaps in back that don't move much, but may attach the heater to the back of the dryer. I suspect that a person would need to be familiar with the series 5000 heater attachment to know how to proceed. Are you familiar or have seem a rear attachment on these heaters?
@@gymfun948 Sorry no I have not taken apart a 5000 series dryer yet. Its got to come apart some how.
I had same model of your. I replaced all parts but still no heat. Any suggestion? Thanks
There should be a wiring diagram inside the machine somewhere. I would look at that and see if there is a fuse or something in the wiring you can look at. Thanks for watching
@@TheGAutomotiveAndMore I had error code f23 and f31 before and after replaced all parts
@@tduong7500 I’m not a tech but if you google those fault codes for your machine it will likely point you in the right direction.
@@tduong7500 I would go on the internet and see what it says.
Is this electric or gas heater?
Electric
were did u order the new heater from amazon?
I looked up the part number on Google and then put the part number in Ebay. Bought it from Ebay. Thanks for watching
Where did you purchase the parts? Can you put the link
I ordered the kit on Ebay. I do not put links up because yours might be different that this one. Thanks for watching
How long is everyone noticing the new element smells like burning metal?
I only notice a couple times. Thanks for watching
I have a 2000 series Maytag dryer that’s not heating . I need help .
Sorry I don't have one of those. But I bet something like this could have happened. Unplug it, see if you can get the front panel off and take a look. If you don't see anything obvious call a repair person to look at it. Thanks for watching
Its probably the same steps and look. I have the 5000 and its identical to this model. So the video helped. This site has parts and they are inexpensive and ship fast. www.epartsfast.com/mede500vw1-maytag-dryer-thermostat-fuse-kit/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAh4j-BRCsARIsAGeV12DqmzV9LIcD3uFiX0PmJ4dBKSwQcNX9j68gT--NNeD2Q2JcyUu1poIaAh9LEALw_wcB
Súper !
Hi my Maytag it won’t. Dry also but looks little different then your my 2007
Should be similar I think. Thanks for watching
how about kit numbers
Go and look it up on EBay. Mine might be different that yours that is why I do not put the part numbers up. Thanks for watching
This heater design is very poorly made , and goes to show you where manufacturers are doing lately maximum profit and no Quality . Thats why we should bring manufacturing back to north America . So you are not buying fire hazard and putting it in your house .
I didn’t even watch this ?????? Why does it say I did
I don't know ?
oh yeah, and it stinks. I can smell it....I can smell it, and it stinks.
Waaaaaaa 😭
Why did you not test voltage at the element before ordering??? Seems your a parts replacer and you drive me nuts so I’m not gonna finish watching this
Waaaaaaa The element burn up before so I though that is what is was going to be.