Maytag Dryer error code
Maytag Dryer Error ERR
Open and firmly reclose dryer door—listen for distinct latch click.
Open and firmly reclose dryer door—listen for distinct latch click.
Try these first
Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.
- 1Open and firmly reclose dryer door—listen for distinct
Open and firmly reclose dryer door—listen for distinct latch click.
- 2Inspect door gasket for tears, folds, or debris
Inspect door gasket for tears, folds, or debris preventing full closure—clean or replace as needed.
- 3Check door strike plate alignment on front panel—should
Check door strike plate alignment on front panel—should engage latch mechanism fully without binding.
A quick explanation
What does ERR mean?
Open and firmly reclose dryer door—listen for distinct latch click.
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How to fix Maytag dryer error ERR
Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.
- 1
Open and firmly reclose dryer door—listen for distinct
Open and firmly reclose dryer door—listen for distinct latch click.
- 2
Inspect door gasket for tears, folds, or debris
Inspect door gasket for tears, folds, or debris preventing full closure—clean or replace as needed.
- 3
Check door strike plate alignment on front panel—should
Check door strike plate alignment on front panel—should engage latch mechanism fully without binding.
- 4
Manually test door switch operation
Manually test door switch operation: with door closed, gently press on door near latch area—dryer should start if switch was marginally engaged.
- 5
If door appears fully closed but error persists,
If door appears fully closed but error persists, unplug dryer and remove front lower panel to access door switch WPW
- 6
Inspect switch plunger alignment—door strike must fully depress
Inspect switch plunger alignment—door strike must fully depress plunger when closed. Adjust strike plate position if misaligned (loosen mounting screws slightly and reposition).
- 7
Test door switch continuity with multimeter—replace WPW10441007 if
Test door switch continuity with multimeter—replace WPW10441007 if faulty (see F5E1 procedure).
- 8
Check door hinge screws for looseness—tighten if door
Check door hinge screws for looseness—tighten if door sags preventing proper closure.
- 9
After adjustments, close door firmly and press START—error
After adjustments, close door firmly and press START—error should clear automatically.
- 10
If error returns consistently, control board door sense
If error returns consistently, control board door sense circuit may be faulty—replace WPW10111608 after verifying switch and wiring.
Read the additional checks from the current guide
How to Fix Dryer Error Open and firmly reclose dryer door—listen for distinct latch click.Inspect door gasket for tears, folds, or debris preventing full closure—clean or replace as needed.Check door strike plate alignment on front panel—should engage latch mechanism fully without binding.Manually test door switch operation: with door closed, gently press on door near latch area—dryer should start if switch was marginally engaged.If door appears fully closed but error persists, unplug dryer and remove front lower panel to access door switch WPWInspect switch plunger alignment—door strike must fully depress plunger when closed. Adjust strike plate position if misaligned (loosen mounting screws slightly and reposition).Test door switch continuity with multimeter—replace WPW10441007 if faulty (see F5E1 procedure).Check door hinge screws for looseness—tighten if door sags preventing proper closure.After adjustments, close door firmly and press START—error should clear automatically.If error returns consistently, control board door sense circuit may be faulty—replace WPW10111608 after verifying switch and wiring.
Recommended part
Recommended part for this error code
No replacement part recommended for this code
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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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