The dryer had power to the front panel. All switches/buttons functioned with the exception of the "Start Button" and "Off" buttons. These two would not function. I decided two cycle the breaker and see if the unit needed to be reset. After cycling the power, zero of the buttons on the front screen work. Obviously, this starts with the "Control On" button which would not power up the unit. I checked voltage at the plug and had 240V, I checked voltage on the terminal strip at the dryer and proper resistance values of the cord–all checked good. I removed all connectors to the control board and re-seated these connections. Can’t find a manual on line to help me further. Any help would be appreciated. Also, no thunderstorms since last use. Thanks in advance.
Here are your parts
http://www.appliancepartspros.com/partsearch/modelsearch.aspx?model=MED9700SB0
Here is a service manual.
http://appliancedigest.com/index.php?/files/file/300-whirlpool-8178601-maytag-epic-gas-electric-dryer-service-manual/
You will have to join the site to get the manual but it is a great site for the appliance DIYer.
The manual does have pretty good troubleshooting section.
Thanks for the link to the manual. I was able to troubleshoot the problem to the wiring harness with the information in the manual. Many, many thanks. Just saved a bunch of money!!!