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Magic Chef Dryer Repairs
Magic Chef Dryer Repairs

Magic Chef Dryer Repairs

If you're looking for help fixing your Magic Chef Dryer, look no further! Our comprehensive Magic Chef Dryer repair guide will explain common issues, provide tips, and maybe show you how to repair your appliance.

For the home, kitchen and beyond, Magic Chef manufactures appliances that homeowners have come to trust. Even a trustworthy appliance requires occasional maintenance or repair, however. If you’re in need of Magic Chef appliance repair from experienced professionals, your local Appliance Helper can help.

Thermal Fuse 
The thermal fuse is a safety device designed to protect the dryer from overheating. The fuse is located on the blower housing or at the dryer’s heat source such as the heating element on electric dryers or at the burner on gas models. The fuse should be closed for continuity meaning it has a continuous electrical path through it when good. If overheated the fuse will have no continuity meaning the electrical path is broken and the fuse has blown. A multimeter can be used to test it for continuity. Be aware that a blown thermal fuse is an indication of a restricted exhaust vent from the dryer to the outside. Always check the dryer venting when replacing a blown thermal fuse.  

Start Switch 
To determine if the start switch is defective, attempt to start the dryer. If the dryer hums but does not start, the start switch is not at fault. If the dryer does not respond or make any noise, the start switch could be at fault. Use a multimeter to test the start switch for continuity. If the switch does not have continuity, replace it. 

Drive Motor 
The drive motor turns the drum and the blower wheel to exhaust the air. Before replacing the motor, first check the thermal fuse, start switch, and door switch. If all of these parts are working properly, but the motor is making a humming noise, remove the belt from the motor and check the blower wheel for obstructions. If the blower wheel is clear of obstructions, the dryer motor might be at fault. If you suspect the motor is defective, replace it. 

Belt Switch 
On most dryers, when the dryer belt breaks, the motor will still run, but the drum won’t turn. However, some dryers have a switch that shuts off power to the dryer if the drive belt is broken. If this switch fails, it could shut off power to the dryer even when the belt is not broken. First, start the dryer and then listen for a humming noise. If the dryer makes a humming noise when you try to start it, this indicates that the belt switch is not defective. Next, search for your model number to determine if your dryer has a belt switch. If your dryer has a belt switch, use a multimeter to test the switch for continuity. If the switch does not have continuity, replace it. 

Drive Belt 
On most dryers, when the dryer belt breaks, the motor will still run, but the drum will not turn. However, some dryers have a switch that shuts off power to the dryer if the drive belt is broken. Check the dryer belt to determine if it is broken. If the belt is broken, replace it.



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This is for the Magic Chef portable washer.. great price, great size for ap
This is for the Magic Chef portable washer.. great price, great size for apartments. Purchased the washer and dryer for less than $400 at Walmart. Works really good, really quiet. Is good for a family of 4 or less.
Published: May 24, 2020
Jennifer of Buffalo, NY
Source: consumeraffairs.com

It works so well that I can shower and do makeup and my clothes are ready.
It works so well that I can shower and do makeup and my clothes are ready. If I dont have or really just dont want to iron something, I put it in and it comes out good. Clothes are wrinkle free and done quick. You have to use a vac to clean the filter and you dont have to vent unless you want to but it may heat up the room a bit but its cold outside so that great if your doing 2 loads or so but its not too bad. You can get a kit to vent outside a window from amazon. Its not big so that it fits in my small apartment so well. I have a RCA compact washer to go with it. Could not fit my full size washer in this place and dont want to go outside back and forth so boy am I happy.
Published: June 14, 2018
monkeyfree22
Source: BestBuy.com

The saying you get what you pay for couldnt ring more true. Their products
The saying you get what you pay for couldnt ring more true. Their products are very cheap, their 1 year warranty is the for a reason. Youre buying a temporary solution, as evidenced by nearly every other comment on here. I have truly never had a worse consumer experience than I had with MagicChef and its absolutely baffling to me theyre still in business, especially after seeing everyone else having similar experiences.2+ months ago I started a warranty claim on a washer/dryer combo unit that I had purchased with a condo in Sept of 2020. The unit was showing an E3A error. When I went to initiate the claim, it was determined that I had a unit that was manufactured WITHOUT A SERIAL NUMBER! I would encourage you to try and find any electronic in your home that doesnt have a serial number. After driving home the fact that they mis-manufactured without a serial number (indicative of the quality of the manufacturing) they reluctantly agreed to set up a courtesy service. That appointment was scheduled with AVA Appliance in CO initially, even though the unit is in AZ. Needed to call back to MC and have that fixed.I then discussed the service with AVA, telling them it is a rental, and would like to have someone come look at it when the unit is vacant. AVA missed **8** appointments because nobody was in the unit which each and every time I had told them would be the case. After flying down to AZ, in a pandemic, mind you; I stayed at the unit to ensure it was looked at. The individual showed up late, spoke 0 English, cleaned the water trap, opened up the unit, put it back together, and didnt test to see if the error was resolved - it was not.I called MC back and said I didnt want to use AVA any more and couldnt wait for more missed appointments. MC set me up with A&E (the only service company with a WORSE rating than AVA - like less than 2 stars) for the next appointment. EVERYTHING about MC is cheap - their parts, their services, their partners. A&E missed 2 appointments and showed up 5 hours late for the most recent. The parts were replaced (had to do all this with guests in the unit, not a good look) but again, the tech did not check if the error was fixed.I decided to contact MC again and see if theyd replace the unit as were already 2+ months into this maintenance request. I called on a Thursday, was told a manager would get back to me that day, and it is now Monday evening. After a VERY rude interaction with a service rep, Gina (she spoke over and cut me off constantly to which I called her out on and no apology only more attitude), I finally got a hold of the manager who I had originally got to reluctantly accept the warranty claim months ago - his name is Victor. However, now Victors tone had completely changed. He was the individual that had agreed it was their error there was no serial number, but now hes saying I need to get the receipt for the unit from the previous owners. First of all, nobody keeps a receipt for something that should have a serial number - second, how would he expect me to do that? I have 0 contact with the sellers because, well, real estate agents...Im now told that they could have someone come out and look at it again - which I dont have the time for, this thing has been broken for 2+months, OR, get this, a WHOPPING 25% discount on buying a different MC appliance. WHY on earth would I buy another MC appliance, for it to break in 1 year, to go through this whole process again? Im now willing to pay the extra probably $1,000 for a reputable company with proper services and support. I will NEVER buy anything else Magic Chef again, and I HIGHLY recommend you do the same, or you may find yourself writing one of these review as well.
Published: February 9, 2021
Jake of Fort Collins, CO
Source: consumeraffairs.com

This little unit was well worth the money spent, its a space saver-nice des
This little unit was well worth the money spent, its a space saver-nice design, I did some online research on portable dryers that have the buttons on the bottom instead of on the top, the reason for that is because these are stackable units,, I purchased a Amanti stack rack for this unit and it sits on top of the unit and my portable washer under it, thus making the knobs to the unit up higher. I would recommend this dryer to anyone that want a great value and a awesome dryer.
Published: June 14, 2017
2poodles
Source: BestBuy.com

I purchased this along with a washer and dryer stand for my college student
I purchased this along with a washer and dryer stand for my college student that hated using the laundry mat, and finding time to go there. It also gives the parent a sense of reassurance that your child is not going to the laundry mat at all hours of the night, and they are saving money and time having their own unit. This dryer and the other things are wonderful for the individual that lives in a small apartment; dorm room; or small house. It dries your clothes fast and evenly. One thing you will need with this dyer is an indoor vent.
Published: June 14, 2019
BBShopper
Source: BestBuy.com

First and foremost I must say this machine is whisper quiet. Put it in an a
First and foremost I must say this machine is whisper quiet. Put it in an adjacent room & close the door, you can barely hear it. So far, all loads dry in 1 hour or less. Essentially the only complaint I have about this unit is that you cannot hear when the laundry load is done drying. This appliance is about the size of an old 20" CRT TV set which is perfect for apartments, dorm rooms even RVs! I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a compact dryer.
Published: July 14, 2017
ElectronicsOutlet
Source: BestBuy.com

Item arrived without any sort of damage. Once out the box, it's not to
Item arrived without any sort of damage. Once out the box, it's not too heavy. It is small and easy to carry. I set it up outside on my lanai on a stand. Works great. Not noisy at all. Does take a bit longer than regular sized dryers, but great for what I need it for. It actually holds a good amount of clothes. I think it's a great buy and would recommend it.
Published: July 14, 2018
Adri
Source: BestBuy.com

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