Siemens
User Interface Keypad Wear
Buttons on control panel are unresponsive or require very hard pressing
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Worn membrane switches, Contamination under keypad, Loose control panel connector, Cracked control panel PCB
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug before opening the control panel.
- Clean surface: Wipe the control panel with a slightly damp cloth to remove grime that may affect button travel.
- Inspect from inside: Remove the control panel cover and check for moisture or detergent ingress. Dry thoroughly.
- Check connector: Reseat the ribbon cable or connector from the keypad to the main board.
If individual buttons remain unresponsive, the keypad or entire user interface board may need replacement.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
User Interface PCB
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