Maytag Dryer Repair (Model MED5870TW0) – Louisville, OH

A homeowner in Louisville called about their Maytag dryer that had stopped tumbling properly. When we arrived, we found the belt had broken completely, leaving the drum unable to turn and causing several related components to fail from the added stress.

The Problem

The customer reported that their dryer would start and get warm, but the drum wasn’t turning at all. Clothes were coming out still damp and wrinkled because they weren’t tumbling through the heated air. This is a classic symptom of belt failure in Maytag dryers.

Diagnosis

Opening up the MED5870TW0, we found the drive belt had snapped completely. When belts break suddenly like this, it often puts extra strain on other components. Sure enough, the drum support wheels were worn down to the point where they weren’t rolling smoothly, and the heating element had also failed. The idler pulley and tensioning system had taken a beating as well when the belt let go.

The Repair

• Parts replaced: 4392065 (drive belt, idler, pulley, drum support wheels), 279838 (heating element)
• Work performed: Replaced entire belt assembly, installed new heating element, cleaned out accumulated lint from drum area
• Result: Drum turns smoothly, heating element cycles properly, dryer completes full cycles efficiently

Is It Worth Repairing?

The MED5870TW0 is a solid mid-range Maytag model that typically runs 12-15 years with proper maintenance. If this unit is under 10 years old and otherwise in good condition, this repair makes financial sense. Maytag dryers are built to be serviceable, and replacing these wear components can give you several more years of reliable operation.

Maintenance Tips for Maytag Dryers

• Check the drive belt annually by looking through the lint filter opening — it should be tight and free of cracks or fraying
• Clean lint from the drum support wheel areas every few years, as buildup causes premature wear on these plastic components
• Replace the heating element proactively if you notice longer dry times, as a failing element stresses the belt system

Appliance Repair in Louisville, OH

Louisville is in Stark County — an area we cover regularly from our base in Louisville, OH. We also serve Alliance, North Canton, and Hartville. Louisville Appliance Repair is owned and operated by Samuel Willhite, a master-certified technician with Bosch and Speed Queen factory authorizations. If your appliance needs service, schedule online or call (330) 693-9163. You can also find us on Google and read verified reviews from customers across Stark County and surrounding areas.