F31 — Low or No L2 Line Voltage
The control has detected low or missing voltage on the L2 leg of the dryer's 240V power supply — the electronic-control equivalent of the classic "L2" low-line-voltage error. One leg of the home power feed isn't reaching the dryer, so the heater can't turn on. This is not a drive-motor fault; a failed drive motor sets a different code (F26) on this platform.
- Keep using it?
- Limited use only
- DIY difficulty
- Moderate
- Verified against
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How to fix it
- Check the breaker panel and reset both breakers feeding the dryer's 240V circuit if either has tripped.
- Visually confirm the dryer's power cord and outlet connections are tight and not burned, discolored, or loose.
- Because this involves diagnosing the home's electrical supply and the dryer's high-voltage terminal block, have a qualified appliance technician or electrician measure voltage at the outlet and at the dryer's terminal block to identify which leg is low and repair the source.
- Do not attempt to bypass or work around the L2 error yourself — the dryer is correctly refusing to heat on incomplete power.
Why it happens
Typical signs: F31 (or L2) displayed · Dryer tumbles but produces no heat · Dryer may run on no-heat settings but not on heated cycles · Problem may coincide with a tripped breaker or recent electrical work
- Tripped or faulty breaker One of the two breakers feeding the 240V dryer circuit has tripped or is failing, dropping one leg of supply.
- Loose or corroded connection at the outlet, cord, or terminal block A loose connection at the outlet, plug, or the dryer's power-cord terminal block reduces or interrupts one leg.
- Wiring fault upstream of the dryer Miswiring or a failing connection in the home's electrical panel or feed to the dryer circuit.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the F31 code mean on a Maytag dryer?
The control has detected low or missing voltage on the L2 leg of the dryer's 240V power supply — the electronic-control equivalent of the classic "L2" low-line-voltage error. One leg of the home power feed isn't reaching the dryer, so the heater can't turn on. This is not a drive-motor fault; a failed drive motor sets a different code (F26) on this platform.
What causes the F31 code on a Maytag dryer?
Tripped or faulty breaker: One of the two breakers feeding the 240V dryer circuit has tripped or is failing, dropping one leg of supply. Loose or corroded connection at the outlet, cord, or terminal block: A loose connection at the outlet, plug, or the dryer's power-cord terminal block reduces or interrupts one leg. Wiring fault upstream of the dryer: Miswiring or a failing connection in the home's electrical panel or feed to the dryer circuit.
Is it safe to keep using a Maytag dryer with a F31 error?
Limited use only. This is rated a serious-severity fault.
How do I fix F31 on a Maytag dryer?
Check the breaker panel and reset both breakers feeding the dryer's 240V circuit if either has tripped. Visually confirm the dryer's power cord and outlet connections are tight and not burned, discolored, or loose. Because this involves diagnosing the home's electrical supply and the dryer's high-voltage terminal block, have a qualified appliance technician or electrician measure voltage at the outlet and at the dryer's terminal block to identify which leg is low and repair the source.
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: producthelp.maytag.com.