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Maytag Dryer error code

Maytag Dryer Error F01

Main Electronic Control Board Failure

Main Electronic Control Board Failure

Updated Aug 15, 2026
⚠️ CHECK WARRANTY / AGE$100 - $250 Range
Maytag dryer repair guide for error F01
Error codeF01Dryer

Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.

  1. 1
    Check 1

    Unplug dryer for 10 minutes

  2. 2
    Check 2

    Consider board repair service

A quick explanation

What does F01 mean?

Main Electronic Control Board Failure

The answer you came for

How to fix Maytag dryer error F01

Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Unplug dryer for 10 minutes

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Consider board repair service

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix Dryer Error Disconnect power at circuit breaker for safety.Remove rear panel to access control board.Inspect board for burnt components, bulging capacitors, or scorch marks.Check motor wiring harness for damage or loose connections at both motor and board.Test motor windings with multimeter (should read 2-6 ohms between terminals).If motor tests good and wiring intact, replace main control board WPWReconnect all harnesses securely before reassembly.Restore power and run diagnostic cycle to verify repair. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases through links on this page.

If the code comes back

Do not keep replacing parts based only on the code. Repeat the safe checks above. If the fault remains, stop and arrange qualified service rather than ordering from the code alone.

What may be causing it?

  • Main control board failure
  • Relay solder joint failure

These are possibilities to investigate, not proof that one part has failed.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

Main Control Board

OEM candidate: WPW10174745

Price noted in the current guide: USD_200-USD_350

Why this part is shown: It is associated with Maytag Dryer error F01 in the current guide. The error code alone does not prove this part has failed.

Compatibility varies by model. Confirm that the Amazon listing includes your complete dryer model number before ordering.

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Replacement options

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Make the money decision

Repair or replace calculator

Use the age and total repair estimate to get a simple comparison. This is guidance, not a guarantee.

Safety first

Disconnect power before opening panels or touching internal parts.

When to stop
  • Stop if you see burned wiring, melted connectors, water near electrical parts, or a gas smell.
  • Do not perform live-voltage testing unless you are trained and equipped for it.
  • Use the exact model manual or service information before replacing electronic controls.

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