Maytag Dryer DE-308 I am at my wits end :(

[cvj]

Our trusty 26 year old Maytag electric dryer model DE-308 died with a puff of smoke the other day.

I decided that I would take a shot at repairing it

After a few days, I have now replaced the motor, blower and belt - as well as cleaned up the beast, lubricated the rollers etc.

Believe none of that was easy...but I persisted including multiple trips to the parts store.

Sadly, after connecting the new motor (and I swear on the bible that I plugged it in correctly (yellow wires into connector marked with a yellow-dot, black wire into etc. etc.) and closing the door - then pushing the dial-button gizmadoo - all I got was a brief hum - then the mains fuse blew!

I re-set the fuse - rechecked the connections to the motor - and now...nada ...dead as a doornail!

So, now my choice is seemingly to toss in the proverbial towel (after spending $150.- on new parts) and just buy a new dryer from China or Bangladesh which probably will last maybe 3 years at the most ...OR..ask this forum for any bright ideas...

Anyone...what am I missing if anything..did I blow up the new motor and if so why, since it is connected according to the little color dots on the motor..

I am at a loss..HELP ANYONE!!

[Dan O.]

** what am I missing if anything **

Something for sure. Unfortunately, there is no single thing that could be. It would have to be checked out to determine where the fault lies.

** did I blow up the new motor **

I don't know about 'blow up' but burn out might be a possibility.


** now my choice is seemingly to toss in the proverbial towel (after spending $150.- on new parts) and just buy a new dryer **

.. or call in a professional to see if he can find the current problem?


** I re-set the fuse - rechecked the connections to the motor - and now...nada ...dead as a doornail! **

Did you confirm there is power actually still getting to the dryer?

Did you check all the electrical parts in the dryer which could be responsible to a total stoppage? The door switch and timer are at least 2 possibilities. There may be others, check the appliance's wiring diagram.

JMO

Dan O.
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