VAX Platinum Control Panel / Power Supply Instability

LED indicators on the control panel flicker or do not light consistently

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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

Loose control panel connector, Failing LEDs on panel, Fluctuating mains supply, Faulty low-voltage power supply on PCB

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the machine before accessing the control panel.

  • Check mains outlet: Test the outlet with another appliance to rule out supply issues.
  • Power reset: Unplug the machine for 5 minutes, then reconnect and test.
  • Panel connection (advanced): Remove the control panel cover and reseat the ribbon cable or connector to the main PCB.
  • Panel replacement: If specific LEDs have failed or flicker independently, the control panel may need replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Control Panel PCB
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