Written by
Tessa Brandt Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeF72 through F78
ApplianceDryer
Seven codes, one answer
Maytag treats F72, F73, F74, F75, F76, F77 and F78 as a single commercial dryer entry. No cause is given, and whichever code is showing, the response is the same.
Follow this order
Switch the circuit breaker(s) off for 5 minutes.
Switch them on.
Start a time dry cycle.
Monitor the dryer for one minute to ensure the error code does not reappear.
When it reappears
Maytag says a technician may be needed, so arrange a technician visit.
F7E7: upper dryer motor circuit error on stack models
Maytag dryer service in the Bay Area
Whichever code between F72 and F78 you see, tell us the exact one when you call (415) 649-2156. San Francisco and Bay Area visits are arranged through Maytag dryer repair; add the model number and your reset result.
Model compatibility: Maytag reuses codes across series and model years, so F72 through F78 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
Maytag lists F72 through F78 together for commercial dryers, with no cause and only reset steps.
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.
Seeing this code on your Maytag appliance?
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Replacement parts are selected for the exact model and confirmed with you before ordering or installation.
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