Maytag MGDB850YW Support Question
Maytag MGDB850YW Support Question
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Question posted by burgessbill17 on May 8th, 2012
Bravos Xl (mgdb850ywo) Not Heating
Bought MGDB850YWO new about 3 months ago. All sensors indicate OK. Dryer is not heating. Lost power around time we noticed issue.
Have reset breaker already. Is there a pilot mechanisim on this unit - Or a reset button?
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Answer #1: Posted by genius771 on March 24th, 2018 10:56 AM
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I have the same dryer and it had the same problem. I had it repaired last august and it was one of the thermostats. The guy said this dryer it probably quit heating because the lint screen may not have been cleaned out after use, as necessary, so to keep from further damage to the dryer, the thermostat will blow. This thread is pretty old, but wanted to respond. In fact, looks like its out again and I notice my little bro didn't clean the lint filter out and its not heating again and will have to be fixed again. But, this time I am going to do it :-)
Related Maytag MGDB850YW Manual Pages
Warranty Information - Page 1
... limitations on how to use of products not approved by Maytag.
5. If outside the 50 United States and Canada, contact your sales slip together for future reference. In Canada, call
. Write... or workmanship that have been removed, altered, or cannot be easily determined. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is...
Use & Care Guide - Page 2
DRYER SAFETY
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Use & Care Guide - Page 4
...laundry. n It is not recommended with heat, dryers require good air flow to use Steam Cycles for getting the best performance from the dryer. Wash any starched or new...Timed Cycles for final product check.
Proper venting will be manually adjusted.
During Sensor Cycles, drying air temperature and moisture level are not covered by the warranty and will reduce your drying times...
Use & Care Guide - Page 5
... knob to turn the dryer on and off.
NOTE: The Dryness Level modifier is for use with Sensor cycles only. NOTE: The Number of Garments modifier is in the load. Steam models
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Non-steam models
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1 POWER/CANCEL BUTTON Press to select a cycle for detailed descriptions of cycles.
3 START/PAUSE BUTTON Press and hold to start...
Use & Care Guide - Page 6
...Dryer Displaying Code Message" in "Troubleshooting"section. Steam (on or off . NOTE: The Damp Dry signal defaults to the total cycle time. NOTE: You may continue to selected Sensor cycles (see "Check Your Vent System for Sensor cycles only.
Cycle Signal Use this button to turn the signal indicating... dryer may also turn the drum light on if a blocked vent or low airflow issue is...
Use & Care Guide - Page 7
... towels.
Small load: Fill the dryer drum with high heat to about 1/2 full. Not all settings and options are estimated in minutes. Use Sensor/Eco cycles on some models). For best results, run cycle to about 3/4 full. Partway through the cycle, the signal will sound for 2 minutes to indicate when it is the preferred...
Use & Care Guide - Page 8
Not all models. Adjusting drying time on all features and cycles are designed for each cycle. buttons to select for items that cycle.
Select a drying ...setting rather than 1/4 full.
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Large load: Fill the dryer drum up to Medium heat setting may be used for that do not require an entire drying cycle. Cycle time will automatically adjust when the load size is 100 minutes. A...
Use & Care Guide - Page 9
... POWER/CANCEL button to turn on all cycles are available on the dryer.
Load the dryer
4. NOTE: Not all models. 9 Roll lint off the screen with your load. Push the lint screen firmly back into place. Close the door. Clean the lint screen
3. Clean the lint screen before operating this appliance.
1. Place laundry in the dryer...
Use & Care Guide - Page 10
...dryer will affect all of dry items. Dry time will be changed while the dryer is set, it cannot be selected. Drying time varies based on your load, by pressing the Dryness Level button...
Steam model shown
You may change the time in standby mode (the Power button is lit. NOTE: Not all cycles ...Sensor Cycle settings to save the new dryness level setting.
To change is best for that...
Use & Care Guide - Page 11
...Timed Dry cycles only. Open dryer door.
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Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Close the door.
5. To use . CHANGING THE DRUM LIGHT
The dryer light automatically turns on inside of the dryer drum. To change the actual time in dryer or reconnect power...dried on top of the drying rack. When you use with Sensor cycles. Use the Drying Rack for items that you open the...
Use & Care Guide - Page 12
... 6 months, or more often, depending on dryer usage....4. As needed cleaning Laundry detergent and fabric softener residue can...indicator light to remind you to your load is located in a spray bottle to clean the drum and a second microfiber towel to remove. Push the lint screen firmly back into the dryer...times for proper dryer operation. DRYER CARE
CLEANING THE DRYER LOCATION
Keep dryer...
Use & Care Guide - Page 13
... date of replacement. This helps to
avoid unintended flooding (due to dryer pipe. 4. Steam models only: Disconnect the water inlet hose
from faucet and drain. Unplug dryer or disconnect power. 2. Turn on vacation or not using your dryer for an extended period of time, you are at home. See "Cleaning the Lint Screen". 3. Gas models...
Use & Care Guide - Page 14
... of lint or replace exhaust vent with lint.
If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Dryer Operation
Dryer will increase drying times. Household fuse is not the correct size. Replace the fuses or reset the circuit breaker.
Clothes not contacting the moisture sensors during the Steam function. If you do not feel air movement, clean exhaust system...
Use & Care Guide - Page 15
... of drying time in a room with the dryer. Select Auto or Custom Refresh cycle (on some models), be sure to select the correct number of garments to be contacting the sensor strips on ... experience underdrying. The air outlet grille is located in firm contact with water and heat.
All four dryer feet should be in a closet. Increasing or decreasing the dryness level will not transfer...
Use & Care Guide - Page 16
... heat setting to select a new cycle
"L2" Diagnostic Code (low or no line voltage condition)
There may be a problem with your dryer is properly installed.
Press and hold START to resume the cycle, or press POWER to avoid overdrying the load.
Electric dryers use two household fuses or breakers. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
Refer...
Use & Care Guide - Page 17
... ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. If outside the 50 United States and Canada, contact your major appliance to Maytag within 30 days from the date of purchase...with electrical or plumbing codes, or use your home.
7. In Canada, call
. MAYTAG® LAUNDRY WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated...
Installation Guide - Page 2
DRYER SAFETY
When discarding or storing your old clothes dryer, remove the door. 2
Installation Guide - Page 5
... washer using power supply cord, a grounded electrical outlet located within 4 ft. (1.2 m) of the water fill valves, and water pressure of the dryer in longer drying times.
Back view:
Bottom view:
NOTE: Most installations require a minimum of 1" (25 mm) under entire dryer.
If slope is greater than 1", clothes may not tumble properly and automatic sensor cycles...
Installation Guide - Page 15
... is first used.
Excessive scale buildup may notice an odor when dryer is first heated. A B
Electric Models:
q Plug into an outlet and/or electrical supply is connected.
• Household fuse is intact and tight, or circuit breaker has not tripped.
• Dryer door is on top of dryer or work space
to avoid damaging the surface...
Installation Guide - Page 17
... operation of lint or replace exhaust vent with lint, restricting air movement? Dryer displaying code message
■■ "PF" (power failure), check the following : Clean lint screen. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
Select a Timed Dry heated cycle, and restart the dryer.
Closet doors must have your vent system falls within the recommended run
■...
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Display shows L2 - Dryer
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