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Replacing Maytag Dryer Timer By Yourself

by: experthometips | last updated: September 02, 2009
Category: Clothes Dryers | Tags: maytag dryer timer, dryer timer replacement, replace timer of dryer, dryer timer replacement at home, self dryer timer replacement

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Replacing Maytag Dryer Timer By Yourself

Maytag dryer timers usually works for long period and doesn’t require repair or replacements but when they malfunction you need professional service to either get them repaired or worst replaced. These timers regulate the dryers and let you regulate the component as per your instruction to keep the dryer for a particular period.

However seeking professional service is quite easier and time saver still you might end up paying at least $50-100 for service which excludes Maytag dryer timer cost. If you know the Maytag model number and can take a bit of pain you can replace the faulty Maytag dryer timer by yourself. All you have to do is purchase the timer of same model then remove the control panel’s console and replace quickly. Please leave me a comment and share your experiences of replacing Maytag dryer timer by yourself.

So you have decided to replace the dryer timer by yourself. Just disconnect the power supply before indulging into replacing act. Do not replace the timer when your machine is in power on mode.

Unscrew the dryer cabinet or top panel by following the owner’s manual.

All the corners of the console should be pulled properly by using a putty knife; these corners will be pulled up to the locking tabs release. If you model has screws to lock the panel then you need to unscrew the panel and remove the console.

In order to remove the screws attached to the console just turn the console to its back and the face towards the floor.

Using your hands just get the knob removed from the timer. You will lot of wires attached to connectors and remember the sequence which needs to be used to reinstall. Do it gently and don’t pull the wires forcefully as that may break the wires or circuit.

You will see few screws (usually two) attached at the back of the timer’s bracket. Unscrew these screws and get the control console removed from the timer. Use you newly purchased timer and attach it there and get the screws bolted firmly.

Now by simply pushing connect the timer wires to the connector and console.

Push the timer knob on the new timer at the front of the control console. You need to use the six screws you have unscrewed to attach the control console back.

It's time to install console back to your dryer by flipping the console back to its place. You need to set the corners properly so that it sticks back to the locking tabs.

Turn the power on and test your new dryer timer. It must be working well!

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