Hotpoint User Interface Lock or Panel Failure

Dryer display works but no response from any buttons or selector knob

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Possible Causes

Child lock enabled, Faulty touch panel, Broken selector encoder, Loose UI ribbon cable

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the dryer before removing the control fascia.

Steps to check:

  • Disable child lock: Refer to the user manual for the key combination (often holding two buttons for several seconds).
  • Power reset: Unplug for 10 minutes, reconnect, and test.
  • Inspect UI connections: Remove the control panel and reseat the ribbon cable to the main board.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

User Interface Control Panel
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