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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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