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Question posted by zachowen on March 19th, 2012

My Maytag Centennial Medc400vw0 Will Not Start.

My dryer will not start. I have replaced the starter button switch and have no idea what else to do.

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Answer #1: Posted by majorapplirepair on March 28th, 2012 12:58 PM
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The start button was no dout fine. The dryer overheated and the thermal fuse burned out. Replace it and then find the lint clogged inside the vent that caused the unit to over heat due to poor air flow.

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Owners Manual - Page 2

DRYER SAFETY 2
Owners Manual - Page 4

... For a summary of how to use your dryer following installation instructions apply: ■ Installations and repairs must be performed by a qualified or licensed contractor, plumber, or gasfitter qualified or licensed by the State of Massachusetts, the following installation, see the QUICK START GUIDE on the next page. 4 In the State of Massachusetts...
Owners Manual - Page 5

...To pause the dryer at any time - Open the door or press START • PAUSE once. To restart the dryer - Close the door and press and hold START • PAUSE button until the desired... to specific sections of fire, electric shock, or injury to using your clothes are 80% dry. Place laundry in dry items. See "Cycles" for items requiring drying without heat. Select a cycle. 5. Press POWER...
Owners Manual - Page 6

...If desired, add a fabric softener sheet. NSF Protocol P154 Sanitization Performance of Residential clothes Dryers Sensor Cycle Settings Sensor Cycles Load Type Temperature Time* (Minutes) SANITIZE Towels, bedding, children...shrinking or wrinkling. ■ If you must press the TIME ADJUST up or down buttons. A sensor detects the moisture in a mixed load or large items, rearrange the ...
Owners Manual - Page 7

... . The light will glow yellow when the feature is selected. Press the START-PAUSE button once to stop the dryer and clear the settings. The initial time displayed is the actual drying time....Steam cycles include Rapid Refresh and Custom Refresh. To change other settings, press START-PAUSE twice to stop the dryer, allowing you to select another cycle or option. NOTE: Results may cause ...
Owners Manual - Page 8

... stopped by pressing the POWER-CANCEL or START-PAUSE buttons, but cannot be restarted until the control is reached in a Sensor Cycle. ■ The dryer enters the cool down for the Sanitize ...finished. Signal On/Off When on , the dryer can be adjusted during this feature off. This feature is not selectable for 20 minutes. Laundry is not selected, the clothing will stop tumbling ...
Owners Manual - Page 9

..., positioning the back wire on the Estimated Time Remaining screen for your dryer. Changing Cycles after pressing Start-Pause You can change a Modifier or Option anytime before pressing START-PAUSE. Press and hold START-PAUSE. Press and hold START-PAUSE button (about 1 second). Push down buttons. NOTE: Do not allow items to hang over the edge of...
Owners Manual - Page 10

... direction on the drying rack. For a garage installation, you purchased your PERFORMANCE SERIES dryer? To do so, you will need to purchase a Stack Kit. Clean the lint...254 mm) pedestal B. 15.5" (394 mm) pedestal The pedestals are installing your PERFORMANCE SERIES washer and dryer and wish to the "Assistance or Service" section. Time* (Minutes) Wool Sweaters Timed Low 60 Block...
Owners Manual - Page 11

... screen with hot water and liquid detergent. Thoroughly dry lint screen with powdered laundry detergent and very warm water. 2. Replace screen in the Installation Instructions. Cleaning the Dryer Interior To clean dryer drum 1. Make a paste with a clean towel. Apply paste to remove residue buildup. 4. OR Apply a liquid, nonflammable household cleaner to the stained area...
Owners Manual - Page 12

... from faucet and drain. Transport hose separately. 5. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Replace the bulb with the screw. 4. Use tape to locate, level, and connect the dryer. When replacing your inlet hoses, record the date of hose failure. Turn on inside the dryer drum when you open the door. To change...
Owners Manual - Page 13

...used for the type of vent you are using. In Canada www.maytag.ca Dryer Operation Dryer will bounce, causing the dryer to vibrate. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the message persists,.... Use a time-delay fuse. ■ Is the dryer door firmly closed? ■ Was the Start button firmly pressed? Electric Dryer displaying code message ■ "L2" Diagnostic Code (low...
Owners Manual - Page 14

...Sensor Cycles. This will be cleaned before each load. ■ Is the dryer located in a closet? Dryer Results Clothes are not drying satisfactorily, drying times are caused by dyes in ... openings at the end of lint or replace exhaust vent with lint, restricting air movement? Add dryer fabric softener sheets at the beginning of dryer cycles requires temperatures above 45ºF (7&#...
Owners Manual - Page 15

... be repaired in materials or workmanship and is reported to Maytag within 30 days from the date of your home. 7. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of ...model/serial numbers that have other rights that vary from unauthorized modifications made to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters or water filters. If you ever need it was ...
Installation Instructions - Page 1

... Plan Vent System 12 Install Vent System 13 INSTALL LEVELING LEGS 13 CONNECT VENT 14 CONNECT INLET HOSE (STEAM MODELS 14 LEVEL DRYER 15 COMPLETE INSTALLATION 15 TROUBLESHOOTING 15 DRYER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of injury, and tell you what can be killed or seriously injured if you to reduce...
Installation Instructions - Page 2

... starting installation. Check that all parts are included. NOTE: Do not use leveling legs supplied with dryer if installing on a pedestal. 4 Leveling legs Remove parts package from dryer drum... inlet hose E. Check that opens to the "Assistance or Service" section in your dryer. Leveling legs (4) B. Parts needed Check local codes. Mobile home installations require metal exhaust...
Installation Instructions - Page 3

... on when the diamond marking on the leveling foot is greater than 1" (25 mm), install Extended Dryer Feet Kit, Part Number 279810. Optional Equipment Refer to your Use and Care guide for information about...the accessories available for the exhaust vent with a maximum slope of 1" (25 mm) under entire dryer. If slope is no longer visible. 3 If using a pedestal, you are using the "Y" ...
Installation Instructions - Page 4

... floor moldings. ■ Additional spacing should also be considered on all sides of the dryer to reduce noise transfer. ■ For closet installation, with vents Steam (Electric or ..., 0" (0 mm) spacing is no longer visible. See "Venting Requirements." Closet installation - Dryer on the leveling foot is allowed NOTE: Some models are acceptable. ■ Companion appliance spacing...
Installation Instructions - Page 5

... HOOKUP Electrical Requirements It is your dealer. ■ Special provisions must conform to introduce outside air into the dryer. Additional installation requirements This dryer is adequate and in conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70latest edition and all mobile home installations. Mobile home - Recommended installation spacing for ...
Installation Instructions - Page 6

...is secured under the neutral terminal (center or white wire) of the terminal block, the dryer cabinet is isolated from the external ground connector (green screw), and secured under the neutral ... connection you must be either green or bare. The neutral conductor must be connected to the dryer must have three 10-gauge copper wires and match a 3-wire receptacle of the line. All...
Installation Instructions - Page 15

... lime scale may not have not tripped. When the dryer has been running or "On" position. ■ Start button has been pushed firmly. ■ Dryer is closed. Check that both fuses are set in a running for 5 minutes, open the dryer door and feel for the dryer. Dryer Operation Dryer will turn, but there may be turning, but you...

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