[mainwmn]

The dryer drum does not seem to spin. Trying to move it manually, it seems very difficult to move. When I turn it on and push start the motor seems to be trying to move the drum. A few moments later the motor shuts off. Once in awhile the dryer will suddenly work. Heat is working. I had a friend push the drum manually with the door open while I pushed the button to start and the button that's depressed when you shut the door. Drum moves, dryer works but when I let go of the door button to shut the door, it won't start again. During this process we smelled something burning and saw smoke.

[cjunkdlr]

Maytag runs on two wheels in the rear and two glides in the front Make sure they aren't stuck or worn out. Then look with a flashlight down the filter slot and make sure thereisn't something stuck down there or in the blower housing. If those are clear it's 90% sure you need a motor