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Model: MDE4806AYW Brand: Maytag Age: 1 - 5 years
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rlsky  
#1 Posted : Wednesday, February 2, 2011 10:02:33 AM(UTC)
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The light works on my dryer panel, but the dryer won't go on. Any ideas? Thanks in advance
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RoboJoe Industries  
#2 Posted : Thursday, February 3, 2011 10:05:12 PM(UTC)
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Door switch, or start switch would be my first 2 guesses. Timer? Motor? Possible. But, doubtful.
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kayakcrzy  
#3 Posted : Thursday, February 3, 2011 11:15:48 PM(UTC)
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It is most likely the thermal fuse. It is located on the heater housing. On the part breakdown of the heater assembly it is #6. The part# is 40113801 Once replaced, make sure the air flows real well to the outside of the house, from the vent. Sometimes that is the reason it blows. Tom Appliance Educator, Appliance Parts, Washer and Dryer Parts, Refridgerator and Freezer Parts, Stove and Oven Parts
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RoboJoe Industries  
#4 Posted : Thursday, February 3, 2011 11:22:22 PM(UTC)
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Yes. I concur. That is also a possibility.
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rlsky  
#5 Posted : Friday, February 4, 2011 8:55:32 AM(UTC)
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Thank you. That was it exactly. Service just replaced it. Vent needs cleaning. Weather exacerbated vent issue.
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kayakcrzy  
#6 Posted : Friday, February 4, 2011 9:18:31 AM(UTC)
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After 30 years in the business, I get lucky, once in awhile. Tom. ApplianceEducator.com
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