Café
User Interface / Touchpad Failure
Dryer display works but buttons are unresponsive 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
Worn touchpad, Loose UI ribbon cable, Moisture under control panel, Faulty UI board
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the dryer before removing the control console.
- Power reset: Disconnect power for 5 minutes, then restore and test the buttons.
- Dry moisture: If the panel was exposed to steam or spills, allow it to dry completely.
- Access UI board: Remove the top panel and console screws to access the UI board and ribbon cable.
- Reseat ribbon cable: Carefully disconnect and reconnect the ribbon cable between the touchpad and UI board.
- Replace UI assembly: If specific buttons remain unresponsive, replace the control panel or UI board with the correct Café part.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
User Interface Board
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