MDG9606aww Maytag Gas Dryer will not start

[BobNJ]

In the category of perfect timing, our gas dryer will not start on the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend.  It makes no sound at all when the button is pressed.  Power at the outlet is fine.

The cycle selector dial feels different and it does not make any clicks when turned to different cycles so I suspect that mechanism.  However, I would like any advice to eliminate any easier fixes.  I may not be able to buy or order a part until Tuesday at this point.

There was a heavy load of towels in the dryer when this occurred.  I did take the load out and gave the drum a little spin, closed the door and tried to start it, but nothing.

[sh2sh2]

Check the knob for cracks 

[evaappliance]

If your timer knob is not cracked , ( timer will still be in off position no matter where the arrow points when this happens ) check the thermal fuse

[lvasquez11]

Check for defective door switch Part number: W10169313

[BobNJ]

Thanks for the replies.  There is a crack in the timer knob.  (Too bad none of the lists of common causes includes that).  I'm going to try to epoxy the crack but order a new knob too.

[evaappliance]

the knob is a 2 piece knob , order the skirt part