Maytag Dryer Push to Start Switch Parts — Models & Compatibility

Your Maytag dryer won't respond when you press the start button? That's the W10563095 push to start switch failing — one of the most common control issues in modern Maytag electric and gas dryers. This hub covers the direct replacement switch that fits over a dozen MEDX and MGDX series models, plus compatible Whirlpool and Kenmore dryers using the same electronic control system.

Is This the Right Part for Your Model?

The W10563095 switch fits Maytag dryers manufactured between 2012-2018, primarily in the Maxima, Centennial, and Bravos series. Your model number is printed on a label inside the door opening — look on the upper left frame or right side panel. If your model starts with MEDX655DW, MGDX655DW, MEDX500BW, or MGDX500BW, this is your exact part. This switch also replaces WPW10563095, AP6023004, PS11756343, and 3022058.

About This Replacement Part

The push to start switch is the main user interface component that signals the electronic control board to begin a drying cycle. When this switch fails, you'll press the start button and get no response — no tumbling, no heat, nothing. Sometimes the button feels mushy or requires multiple presses before engaging. The W10563095 is a direct OEM-spec replacement that includes the push button assembly and mounting bracket. Unlike older mechanical switches that simply completed a circuit, this component communicates with the control board electronically, which is why generic substitutes often don't work properly. The switch mounts to the front control panel with two screws and connects via a wire harness plug — no soldering required.

Compatible Maytag Models

This switch fits the following Maytag dryer models. Verify your exact model number before ordering:

• MEDX655DW Series: MEDX655DW0, MEDX655DW1 (Electric)
• MGDX655DW Series: MGDX655DW0, MGDX655DW1, MGDX655DW2 (Gas)
• MEDX500BW Series: MEDX500BW0, MEDX500BW1 (Electric)
• MGDX500BW Series: MGDX500BW0, MGDX500BW1, MGDX500BW2 (Gas)
• MEDX6STBW Series: MEDX6STBW0, MEDX6STBW1 (Electric)
• MGDX6STBW Series: MGDX6STBW0, MGDX6STBW1, MGDX6STBW2 (Gas)
• 7MMEDX655E Series: 7MMEDX655EW0 (Electric)

Installation Overview

Replacing the push to start switch requires accessing the front control panel. You'll need to remove the top panel, disconnect the wire harness, remove two mounting screws, and install the new switch. The entire repair takes 20-30 minutes with basic tools. Always unplug the dryer before starting any repair work.

Why This Part Fails

The push to start switch experiences thousands of activation cycles over a dryer's lifetime. The internal electronic contacts wear out from repeated use, and humidity from drying cycles can corrode the connection points. High-use households often see this failure within 5-7 years. The switch doesn't typically fail suddenly — you'll notice it becoming less responsive over time before it stops working completely.

Order Your Replacement Switch

The W10563095 push to start switch is available for $64.99 with fast shipping. This is the genuine OEM-specification part that restores factory performance. Verify your model number matches the compatibility list above before ordering.