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Error code reference
Maytag Dryer Error Code S.A.F.E. SYSTEM ACTIVATED
Control has detected a fire in the basket (tumbler) and is currently extinguishing the flame with water injection.
SourceMaytag Dryer - Use & Care Manual: Phase 7.2.2 Non-Coin (S.A.F.E.)p. 80
Diagnostic procedure
The full S.A.F.E. SYSTEM ACTIVATED procedure
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First diagnostic step
Do not open dryer; system will inject water for minimum 2 minutes, up to 10 minutes maximum; wait for S.A.F.E. SYSTEM WAS ACTIVATED message then press STOP/CLEAR to reset.
SourceMaytag Dryer - Use & Care Manual: Phase 7.2.2 Non-Coin (S.A.F.E.)p. 80
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