E12
Proline User Interface / Control Panel Fault

Dryer shows E12 and may not respond to button presses correctly; display may flicker.

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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

Faulty touch control PCB, Damaged ribbon cable between UI and main board, Moisture ingress behind control panel

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect mains power before removing the control panel or top cover.

Step-by-step checks:

  • Dry the panel: If the error appeared after cleaning or a spill, leave the dryer unplugged for several hours to allow moisture to evaporate.
  • Inspect the fascia: Remove the control panel fascia and check for signs of water marks, corrosion, or detergent residue on the PCB.
  • Check ribbon cable: Ensure the flat ribbon cable between the user interface board and main control PCB is fully seated and not damaged or kinked.
  • Look for cracked solder joints: On the UI board, inspect around buttons and connectors for cracks or lifted pads.

When to call a technician: If cleaning and reseating cables do not resolve E12, the user interface PCB may need replacement.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

User Interface PCB
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