Maytag · Dryers
Maytag Dryer F3 E3: Inlet thermistor concern
THE SHORT ANSWER
Inlet thermistor concern.
Maytag dryer F3 E3 indicates inlet thermistor concern. This message concerns inlet-temperature sensing rather than the exhaust thermistor named by F3 E1.
Record F3 E3 and the model number.
Do not open electrical covers or bypass safety switches. Stop use for smoke, burning odor or overheating.
WORK THROUGH THE BASICS
Safe troubleshooting checks
Use the checkboxes to keep track as you read. Stop at any warning or step that does not match your appliance.
Switch the dryer breaker off for one minute and then restore it.
What to noteThe control can retry its checks.
Run Timed Dry for one minute. Arrange service if the inlet-thermistor message returns.
What to noteNo cabinet opening is needed for this owner check.
YOUR NEXT DECISION
When to stop and get help
Contact Maytag service if F3 E3 returns after the applicable owner checks.
THE EVIDENCE
Sources & verification
Our explanations are editorial summaries of the documentation below. They do not replace the instructions for your exact appliance.
- F3 E3 - Error Code - Dryer
Maytag · Manufacturer support · Checked
Code meaning and owner troubleshooting — Maytag dryers covered by the cited Product Help code pages.