Error code reference

Maytag Dryer Error Code 02

Thermistor open sensed: thermistor resistance is very high; temperature is low, calling for heat increase but no temperature increase occurs in 3 minutes.

SourceMaytag Dryer - Full Service Manual: 1999 Sloped-Front ModelsSection 9, pages 9-11 and 9-13

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First diagnostic step

Check for low ambient temperature in room (below 50°F/10°C), outside vent damper stuck open in winter, or loose/open wire terminals.

SourceMaytag Dryer - Full Service Manual: 1999 Sloped-Front ModelsSection 9, pages 9-11 and 9-13

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