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Thread Number: 77008
/ Tag: Vintage Dryers
Maytag dg713 gas leak |
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Post# 1009272 , Reply# 1 10/1/2018 at 14:11 (2,032 days old) by RP2813  (Sannazay) |
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 Spray a diluted detergent solution on all gas connections (starting at the supply line) and components (valve, pilot light assembly if it has one) and watch for bubbles that will indicate a leak. In a pinch I've used something already mixed like Windex.
DO NOT listen to the so-called "repair" man who suggested replacing the dryer -- at least not until you've determined where the leak is and what's involved in stopping it. It could be as simple as tightening up a connection somewhere. | ||
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Post# 1009278 , Reply# 2 10/1/2018 at 15:43 (2,032 days old) by Yogitunes (New Jersey) |
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Post# 1009282 , Reply# 3 10/1/2018 at 16:42 (2,032 days old) by goatfarmer (South Bend, home of Champions) |
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| Post# 1009310 , Reply# 4 10/1/2018 at 21:30 (2,032 days old) by moparmutt (Honolulu) | ||
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Thanks so much for the replies. It still runs and heats up. Dries clothes no problem. But smells gassy. I'll try soapy water. Man do I regret getting rid of the matching washer when its transmission died! | ||
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Post# 1009343 , Reply# 5 10/2/2018 at 06:37 (2,032 days old) by combo52 (50 Year Repair Tech Beltsville,Md) |
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Smelly Maytag Gas Dryer Hi Jack, If you only have a gassy smell when its running it is very unlikely you have any type of gas leak.
Look at the flame when the burner is in operation, it should be mostly blue and not blowing away from the end of the burner tube.
Are you operating this dryer on propane ?, I have found that propane often smells worse than NG, It looks like the dryer is basically outside your home, but if there are any chemical odors in the area of the dryer you can get some really bad smells when you run the dryer or even in the clothing.
John L. | ||
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