How Do You Replace A Maytag Dryer Heating Element?
Despite the brand’s reputation as never needing repairs, even a Maytag dryer’s heating element can fail over time. The most obvious sign of a defective heating element is a dryer that still tumbles the clothes but does not blow any hot air. Make sure that the dryer vent is not clogged before you replace the heating element. A clogged vent will cause hot air to build up in the ducts and may cause your new heating element to fail sooner than it should. Remove the dryer’s power cord from the electrical outlet. If you cannot reach the cord, go outside to the home’s electrical box and turn off the breaker switch that controls the room where the dryer is installed. Disconnect the vent hose from the rear of the dryer unit. A metal clamp may hold this hose onto the fitting. Remove the screw that holds the clamp together, and slide the hose off. Consult your owner’s manual to find the location of the dryer’s heating element cabinet. The cabinet is found in the rear for most Maytag dryers, but s
