Maytag stackable washer and dryer washer not working

While Maytag stackable washer and dryer sets are known for their matching designs, easier maintenance, and similar warranties, the failure of the washer is often accompanied by the failure of the dryer and vice versa. For that reason, having a Maytag Stackable Washer and Dryer Troubleshooting guide is paramount.  

You should know how to fix some issues which may affect either the washer or dryer or both, and I’m going to help you. Most of these problems are DIY fixable, from a washer dryer that won’t start or spin to another that is not quiet or stops mid-cycle.

Our emphasis will not just be on the problems and their probable causes but also on their DIY solutions. And as you’ll notice, the washer and dryer sometimes share the same problem. So, you may fix the other by fixing one, which is a significant advantage.

Let’s get started!

In a rush? Check out a summary of the commonest Maytag stackable washer and dryer problems and their causes below:

Common Maytag Stackable Washer and Dryer Problems and Their Causes

Below is a guide to use to troubleshoot various Maytag stackable washer and dryer problems:

1.  Washer and Dryer Won’t Start

Maytag Stackable Washer Will Not Start

If your Maytag stackable washer won’t start, it’s because of a fault touching any of these parts:

• Power cord – If the power cord is broken or faulty, the washer won’t start. So, test it with a multimeter and replace it if it’s defective.
• Door lock – The washer will only start when you lock the door. That, however, may not happen if the door lock is faulty. Use a multimeter to test the door lock and replace it if defective.
• Electric outlet – If your electric outlet is faulty, your washer won’t get any power, which means it won’t start. So, use a multimeter to test the electric outlet. If it doesn’t show continuity, talk to your local electrician.
• Timer – A dysfunctional timer prevents your washer from starting. So, you’ll need to replace it. But before you do, test it with a multimeter. If it proves defective, replace it.
• User control board or main control board – The user control board and main control board have to be functional for the washer to start. Run diagnostic on the washer to confirm if they are faulty and if any of the two look defective, replace it.

Maytag Stackable Dryer Won’t Start

Your Maytag dryer will also not start because of a fault involving one of the components below:

• Thermal fuse – A blown thermal fuse doesn’t fail to prevent the dryer from possibly overheating but also from starting. So, test the thermal fuse with a multimeter and replace it if it’s faulty.
• Power cord – A faulty power cord will prevent the washer from starting and the dryer too. So, you’ll need to replace it.
• Electric outlet – A faulty electric outlet, as in the case of a washer, will also prevent the dryer from starting until you fix it.
• Start switch – Check the start switch to ensure it’s not stuck. If it is, unstick it. But if it’s not, use a multimeter to test it and replace it if it fails to show continuity.
• Door switch – A faulty door switch prevents the dryer door/lid from closing. Subsequently, the dryer won’t start. You’ll need to replace it.
• Drive motor – A faulty drive motor doesn’t just fail to spin the blower wheel but also prevents the dryer from starting. Thus, you’ll need to replace it.
• Drive belt – Sometimes, a broken drive belt shuts the dryer off, hampering it from starting. Thus, replace the drive belt if it’s faulty.
• Belt switch – A bad belt switch shuts down the washer. Thus, test the belt switch with a multimeter and replace it if it’s faulty.
• Main control – Though you cannot test the main control with a multimeter, you can try the components around it. If they are okay, the main control is likely to be faulty. But before replacing it, run a diagnostic to confirm the fault.

2. Washer and Dryer Won’t Spin

Maytag Stackable Washer Won’t Spin

If your Maytag stackable washer won’t spin, it’s typically indicative of a fault involving any of the following:

• Lid switch – A malfunctioning lid switch prevents the lid from closing and the washer from spinning. Hence, assess its functionality with a multimeter and replace it if it’s faulty.
• Drive belt – A broken drive belt won’t turn the pulleys, and thus the washer won’t spin. So, inspect the drive belt and replace it if damaged.
• Tub bearing – The bearing enables the tub to turn smoothly. It, however, becomes rusty or wears down over time, requiring a replacement. Thus, inspect it for wear and rust and replace it if it shows any defectiveness.
• Drive motor – A defective drive motor won’t run the drive belt. As a result, the washer won’t spin. You’ll need to replace it if that’s the case.
• Motor coupling – A broken motor coupling fails to connect the motor and the transmission, making it hard for the washer to spin. So, inspect it and replace it if it’s broken.
• Door latch – A broken door latch fails to secure the door, preventing the spinning. Thus, replace it.
• Tub seal – A defective tub seal prevents the washer from running smoothly. Instead of repairing it, replace it.
• Others (drive pulley, rotor, or control board) – Also, check the drive pulley (for wearing), rotor assembly (for damage), and motor control board (for burning). If any of them looks faulty, replace them.

Maytag Stackable Dryer Won’t Spin

If it’s your dryer that won’t spin, it could be because of any of the components below which is faulty:

• Drive belt – A broken drive belt prevents your dryer from spinning. You’ll need to replace it if it’s the case.
• Drum bearing or drum support bearing – If either the drum bearing or drum support bearing is faulty, the motor will strain to keep up. So, the dryer may fail to spin. Inspect them and replace what’s defective.
• Drum roller or drum roller axle – The drum roller and roller axle have to spin smoothly for the dryer to turn. If they are faulty, the dryer won’t spin. Hence, you’ll need to replace them first.
• Drum slide – Your dryer drum slides on drum slides/glides. If they are worn out, the drum won’t turn until you change them.
• Drive motor – A faulty drive motor won’t move the drive belt or spin the tub. So, the fix for that is to replace the motor.
• Idler pulley – A stuck or damaged idler pulley needs replacing as it does not allow the drum to spin.

3. Maytag Stackable Washer Dryer Stops Mid Cycle

Maytag Washer Stops Mid Cycle

Your Maytag washer will stop mid-cycle if any of these parts is faulty:

• Door switch and lid switch – A malfunctioning door or lid switch doesn’t just stop the lid from closing correctly but also the washer from completing a cycle. You’ll need to replace it.
• Timer – A faulty timer fails to relay the right signals to the tub, forcing the washer to stop mid-cycle. For that reason, test it with a multimeter and replace it if it’s faulty.
• Water inlet valve – A clogged valve needs replacing as it slows down water flow to the load, causing the washer to stop mid-way.
• Main control board – If none of the other parts is defective, the main control board is likely to be faulty. So, run a diagnostic and replace it if it’s malfunctioning.

Maytag Dryer Won’t Complete a Cycle

If your Maytag dryer doesn’t complete a spin cycle, any of the parts below could be defective:

• Drive belt – A broken drive belt may allow the dryer to spin briefly but won’t complete the cycle until you change it.
• Drum rollers or drum roller axles – Faulty drum roller and roller axles will also need replacing as they won’t allow the dryer to complete a circle.
• Drum bearing – Consider replacing a worn-out drum bearing as it’ll prevent the drum from sliding and rotating.
• Dryness control board – A defective dryness control board causes your dryer to halt spinning prematurely. You’ll need to replace it. 
• Drive motor – A defective drive motor won’t turn the drive belt or drum. Thus, inspect it and change if it’s too noisy or worn out.

4. Maytag Stackable Washer Dryer Making Noise 

Noisy Maytag Washer 

Your Maytag washer is making noise because of any of these reasons:

• Clogging – If the drain pump or the water inlet valve is blocked, the washer may make some loud noise when running. So, you’ll need to inspect them for clogging and try to remove the clog. For the sake of the drain pump, however, consider replacing it if it’s over-clogged with dirt.
• Faulty component – If the issue is not clogging, it’s likely to be a defective component. The tub bearing, drive pulley, drive motor, idler pulley, or drum slide could be faulty and need a replacement.

Noisy Maytag Dryer

Lastly, if it’s your dryer that is making noise, the reason is a faulty component, which could be any of the following:

• Drive belt
• Blower wheel 
• Drum roller 
• Drum bearing 
• Drum roller axle 
• Drive motor 
• Idler pulley
• Drum slide/glide 

Fix 

Use the tips shared earlier to inspect each component. If any is defective, replace it.

Other Maytag Washer and Dryer Problems

Check out the troubleshooting guides below to discover more fixable problems on a Maytag stackable washer or dryer.

• Maytag Centennial Washer Troubleshooting
• Maytag Centennial Dryer Troubleshooting 

How to Reset Maytag Stackable Washer?

So, have you just replaced a faulty component? Or perhaps you want to clear an error code. If so, consider resetting your Maytag washer using these steps:

• Unplug the washer-dryer for 1-minute
• Plug it back into the electric outlet
• Quick lift and lower the washer’s lid six times (within 12 seconds)
• Close the lid and restart the washer

Closing Remarks 

Above is a Maytag stackable washer and dryer troubleshooting guide covering four common problems affecting the washer and dryer. Therefore, refer to it the next time your dryer or washer won’t start, spin, complete a cycle or keep the noise down.

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