Tefal User Interface Input Failure

Buttons or touch controls do not respond or respond intermittently.

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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

Moisture under touch panel, Worn mechanical buttons, Loose ribbon cable, Damaged UI PCB

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug before removing the control panel.

Steps:

  • Drying: If the panel was recently cleaned, leave the machine unplugged for several hours to dry.
  • Clean surface: Wipe the panel with a dry, lint-free cloth to remove grease and moisture.
  • Inspect connections (advanced): Remove the panel and reseat the ribbon cable. Check for corrosion or damage.
  • Replace panel: If specific buttons remain dead, replace the control panel assembly.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Control Panel / User Interface PCB
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