Cleaning your maytag dryer moisture sensor.
Maytag dryer moisture sensor bar.
Answer mike the blue will go to one sensor bar and the green will go to the other sensor bar.
It helps detect the amount of moisture in your clothes during the dryer cycle.
If your moisture sensor is defective the dryer may shut off too early or continue running for a while after the clothes are dry.
This whirlpool 33001809 moisture sensor bar assembly works with many maytag whirlpool crosley and other clothes dryers.
Step by step instructions on how to replace a moisture sensor bar wp3387223 for dryer washer washer dryer combo made by whirlpool kenmore maytag.
Use fine grit sandpaper to scrub the moisture sensor.
Works with the following models.
This is the moisture sensor for your dryer.
Most older model maytags use a moisture sensor located on the back of the drum.
They work on an electrical current and the moisture from the clothing.
When i disassembled my maytag i removed the wires from the sensor bar assy and now i am not sure where they go.
It s typically found on the back wall of the dryer drum or in the front near the lint trap.
It should run for a few moments and then shut down right away.
When the dryer takes too long or does not dry the clothes the moisture sensor may need to be replaced.
The moisture sensor strips are nothing more that two metal strips which acts as a conductor.
Be sure the dryer is in standby mode plugged in and all indicators off.
The moisture sensor strips can not fail.
If you notice your clothes are still wet after an automatic dryer cycle is done you may need to replace the sensor.
This moisture sensor monitors the clothing s moisture level and sends a signal to the control board when the clothes are dry.
This will help remove fabric softener build up lint or any debris that is interfering with the sensor.
The maytag dryer moisture sensors control the amount of time it takes to dry clothes.
The moisture sensors can be easily checked by placing the dryer in the diagnostic test mode.
This video is intended to give you the general idea of the part replacement procedure.
Mike for model number mde3000ayw.
Locate dryer moisture sensor.
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It seems that one wire is a green ground that gets attached and the other is a blue wire.
To place the dryer in the diagnostic test mode.
