Written by
Tessa Brandt Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeF01
ApplianceDryer
What the F01 entry contains
F01 comes from the Maytag commercial dryer listing, with no cause attached. What the listing does offer is a power cycle at the breaker, laid out below.
Cut power to the dryer at its breaker(s). Count 5 minutes.
Put power back by flipping the breaker(s) on.
Run a timed dry cycle.
Look at the display for one minute, to see whether F01 returns.
A code that is back after that minute has not been settled by the reset, and a technician visit is the next step.
F01 on the display after the reset is worth a call to (415) 649-2156. Ask about Maytag dryer repair and have the model number ready, along with the fact that the breaker reset did not clear F01.
Model compatibility: Maytag reuses codes across series and model years, so F01 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
F01 is listed with no cause; Maytag gives only a breaker power cycle and a one-minute check.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
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