Hobart Keypad / User Interface Wear

Hobart dishwasher displays no error but the control buttons are intermittently unresponsive or require 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 keypad, Moisture ingress behind control panel, Loose UI ribbon cable, Contaminated button contacts

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect power before removing the control panel.

  • Inspect control panel: Remove the front panel to access the user interface. Look for signs of moisture, corrosion, or physical damage.
  • Dry and seal: If moisture is present, dry the area thoroughly and correct any gasket or vent issues allowing steam into the panel.
  • Reseat ribbon cable: Disconnect and reconnect the ribbon cable between the keypad and control board to ensure a solid connection.
  • Replace keypad/UI: If buttons remain intermittent or require excessive force, replace the membrane keypad or complete UI assembly with a Hobart part.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

User Interface Keypad
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