An L2
(Low or No Line Voltage)
Error code indicates that there may be a problem with your home power supply, keeping the dryer’s heater from turning on. The dryer will continue to run when this error code is present. Touch any pad to clear the code from the display and return to the estimated time remaining.
How do you reset the code on a Maytag dryer?
Examples of error codes for Maytag dryers include “AF,” “PF” or “F” with a number. To reset the dryer if an error code occurs,
press “Power/Cancel” twice and then reselect a cycle and press “Start.”
How do I fix the code on my dryer?
- Clean the lint screen.
- Check to see if the house vent from the dryer to the wall is crushed or kinked.
- Confirm that the house vent from the dryer to the wall is free of lint and debris.
- Confirm that the exterior vent exhaust hood is free of lint and debris.
How do you turn off the sensor on a Maytag dryer?
- Hello! No, you cannot turn off the sensors, but you may use the timed dry cycle. Thank you for your inquiry on our Maytag appliances. …
- Just unplug the machine and the sensor will be turned off. Answered by texaspipeliner 1 year ago.
Why is my Maytag dryer not heating up?
If your Maytag dryer is not heating,
it is possible that it is not being supplied with the proper voltage
. Most electric dryers require two legs of 120 volts AC that is equal 240 volts. If one leg of voltage is shut off by a tripped breaker or blown fuse, the dryer may be able to run but it will not heat.
How do I fix the l2 code on my Maytag dryer?
- Check to see if a household fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Electric dryers use two household fuses or breakers. …
- Confirm that the power cord is properly installed. Refer the Installation Instructions for details.
- Select a Timed Dry heated cycle and restart the dryer.
Often, dryers are equipped with a reset button on
the control panel
.
How do you clear the AF code on a dryer?
To clear the code,
press STOP once and the estimated time remaining countdown should return to the display
. The AF code will continue to appear with each cycle until the low airflow condition is resolved.
How do you clean lint out of a dryer?
- Remove lint screen from the dryer and wash in warm soapy water (see notes below)
- Use a screwdriver to remove the “cover” from the lint filter compartment and thoroughly clean with vacuum and microfiber cloth.
- Use a lint vent cleaning brush to loosen lint and debris inside the dryer.
What does AF mean on Kenmore dryer?
The code AF normally indicates that the
control senses a restricted air flow
on most models of Kenmore Elite dryers.
How do you know if your dryer sensor is bad?
If your dryer runs for more than just
a few minutes and doesn’t shut off
, that means it has passed the test as well. If your dryer passes both tests, then the dryer sensor is working as intended. The sensor is detecting moisture as intended, but something else is going wrong in the process.
How do I clean the sensor on my Maytag dryer?
Sand the Moisture Sensors: Using
fine-grain sandpaper
, sand the sensors to remove any caked-on white residue, lint, or dirt. Polish the Moisture Sensors: Remove loosened debris and residue with a dry cloth, rubbing the sensors vigorously to polish and shine.
How can you tell if a thermal fuse is bad?
Touch the left multimeter lead to the left side of the thermal fuse
; touch the right multimeter lead to the right side of the fuse. Keep an eye on the multimeter needle; a needle that fails to move indicates a blown thermal fuse.
How much does it cost to replace a heating element in a Maytag dryer?
For Maytag dryers, it’s common for the price of a heating element to be
around $40
. You could easily find a heating element for a Whirlpool dryer also around $40.
