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An F4 E3 (Restricted Air Flow) error code indicates that the lint screen or vent is clogged; the vent may be crushed, kinked or have too many turns.
Clean the lint screen
Check to see if the vent run from the dryer to the wall is crushed or kinked.
Confirm that the vent run from the dryer to the wall is free of lint and debris.
Confirm that the exterior vent exhaust hood is free of lint and debris.
Confirm that your vent system falls within the recommended run length and number of elbows for the type of vent you are using.
Select a Timed Dry heated cycle and restart the dryer.
Contact a venting specialist.
Check whether the vent run from the dryer to the wall is crushed or kinked.
Gas leak detector ($130), thermal fuse tester ($95), belt tension gauge, and vent inspection camera ($180). Our technician arrives with $3,000+ in professional tools — your diagnostic is free.
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Here's what a professional technician does to resolve this issue:
Clean the lint screen
This repair requires gas leak detectors, thermal fuse testers, and high-voltage multimeters. Most homeowners find it safer and more cost-effective to have a licensed technician handle it.
Gas dryers carry carbon monoxide and explosion risk. Even electric dryers involve 240V circuits that can deliver a fatal shock. Our techs are licensed and insured — let them handle the risk.
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Maytag error code F4 E3 indicates: An F4 E3 (Restricted Air Flow) error code indicates that the lint screen or vent is clogged; the vent may be crushed, kinked or have too many turns.. This is a medium-severity issue affecting your dryer.
Clean the lint screen Then, Check to see if the vent run from the dryer to the wall is crushed or kinked. Then, Confirm that the vent run from the dryer to the wall is free of lint and debris. There are 5 more steps — see the full troubleshooting guide above. If these steps don't resolve the error, contact a professional.
Repair costs for Maytag F4 E3 typically range from $100 to $500 depending on the specific cause. EasyBear offers free diagnosis when you proceed with the repair. Call (415) 795-7300 for a same-day appointment.