B&D Worn Wall Button Contacts

Wall control button works intermittently or requires hard pressing to operate.

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Possible Causes

Aged or oxidized switch contacts, cracked wall control housing, loose wire connections at wall station

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Turn off power before removing the wall control cover.

  • Step 1 – Inspect wiring: Remove the wall control from the wall and check that the low‑voltage wires are firmly attached to the terminals.
  • Step 2 – Clean contacts (if serviceable): If the button mechanism is accessible, use contact cleaner to remove oxidation. Do not soak the electronics.
  • Step 3 – Replace wall control: If the button is physically worn or cracked, replace the wall control with a compatible B&D unit.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5

Required Part

Wall Control Button
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