Maytag · Dryer Serious
F31 — Motor Drive System Fault
The control has detected a problem driving the drive motor — either no rotation feedback, a stalled motor, or an overcurrent condition.
- Keep using it?
- Limited use only
- DIY difficulty
- Hard
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How to fix it
- Unplug the dryer.
- Rotate the drum by hand — should turn freely with mild belt resistance. If locked, find the obstruction in the drum or blower wheel.
- Remove the belt and try to spin the motor and blower wheel by hand — must spin freely.
- Measure motor windings against the tech sheet; replace if open or shorted.
- If motor is good, check for ACU damage at the motor relay/triac and replace ACU if scorched.
- Reassemble and test on a Timed Dry cycle.
Why it happens
Typical signs: F31 on display · Drum doesn't turn · Loud hum then stop · Motor runs briefly and quits
- Failed drive motor Open winding or seized bearings.
- Broken drive belt with idler pulling on switch On models where belt loss is detected as a motor fault.
- Failed motor capacitor or run circuit On models with a separate run cap.
- ACU motor output failure Triac or relay failed on the main board.
- Object jammed in blower or drum Coin or screw locked the blower wheel.
Parts you may need
If diagnosis points to a failed part, these are the common replacements. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
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Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician. Verified against manufacturer documentation: maytag.com.