Maytag MED8100 dryer

The version ENERGY STAR lists today has been on sale since June 2016. Earlier versions of the MED8100 may be older.

Enter the serial number and any printed manufacture date from the rating label. Some results need more details or manufacturer confirmation.

Listed since

June 2016

Type

Electric Standard Vented

Capacity

7.3 cu ft

Energy use

608 kWh a year

Sold in

The US

Model numbers: MED8100D*+. A * stands for one letter or digit, usually the colour or finish.

Source: ENERGY STAR certified product data, 2026-10-08.

Inside the door, around the edge of the door opening. On ventless models, look behind the water tank.

Dryers typically last 10 to 13 years. Clean the lint screen every load and the vent duct every year: lint build-up is a leading cause of dryer fires.

Parts that wear out most often:

• Drive belt
• Heating element
• Thermal fuse
• Drum rollers
• Igniter (gas)
• Lint screen

Search parts with the full model number from the label, including the colour letters.

A check on Appliance Age compares this model with Health Canada, U.S. CPSC and U.S. NHTSA recall notices.

Questions

How old is my Maytag MED8100?

Check the serial and any printed manufacture date on the rating label. Appliance Age checks supported date formats; the version listed by ENERGY STAR has been sold since June 2016, and earlier versions may be older.

Where is the serial number on a Maytag MED8100?

Inside the door, around the edge of the door opening. On ventless models, look behind the water tank.

How long does a Maytag dryer last?

Dryers typically last 10 to 13 years with normal use and maintenance.

Other Maytag dryers

• YMED6630
• YMED8630
• MED5500
• MED7100
• MED8150
• MED8200
• MEDB835
• MEDB855