Julie S Enfield , CT May 02, 2021 Appliance: Maytag Electric Dryer MDE5500AYW Maytag Dryer Mde5500ayw: Maytag Atlantis was difficult to turn on. How to replace Timer. For the past few months I had to play with the knob to get the dryer to turn on, eventually it wouldn't turn on at all. Replaced the timer, such an easy fix. Works like a charm now. Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes