Maytag Dryer · Code F01 / F:01

Maytag Dryer F01 code: Main control board failure

The dryer's main electronic control failed its own self-check. This code appears mainly on older Duet and similar electronic dryers.

Most common causes

  1. Internal failure of the main control board
  2. Power surge damage
  3. Loose wire harness between the control boards

What you can safely check yourself

  1. Unplug the dryer or switch off its breaker for 5 minutes, then restore power.
  2. Try a new cycle and watch whether the code returns.

Unplug the appliance before moving or cleaning anything. Do not open panels, touch gas connections or bypass safety switches.

Checked against: appliancepartspros.com · appliancepartspros.com. Meanings can vary by model; check your owner’s manual.

Quick answers

What does F01 mean on a Maytag Dryer?

The dryer's main electronic control failed its own self-check. This code appears mainly on older Duet and similar electronic dryers.

Can I clear the F01 code myself?

Try these first: Unplug the dryer or switch off its breaker for 5 minutes, then restore power. Try a new cycle and watch whether the code returns. If F01 comes back after a power reset, the control board or its wiring needs to be diagnosed and replaced by a technician.

How much does it cost to fix a F01 code?

It depends on the cause. At FixPro the diagnostic visit is $79.00 and is credited in full to the repair; you get a flat-rate quote before any work starts.

Other Maytag Dryer codes

AF · Restricted airflowPF · Power failureF1E1 · Control board errorF3E1 · Exhaust temperature sensor problemF3E2 · Moisture sensor not readingL2 · Low or no line voltage

Still showing the code?

A FixPro technician will find the cause and give you a flat price. $79.00 diagnostic, credited toward the repair.

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