Danby Keypad Input Failure

Dehumidifier display works but buttons do not respond

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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

Damaged keypad membrane, Loose control panel ribbon cable, Faulty display/control PCB, Stuck buttons due to dirt

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the unit before removing the control panel.

  • Step 1 – Clean around buttons: Wipe the control panel with a slightly damp cloth to remove sticky residue. Do not allow liquid to enter the panel.
  • Step 2 – Power reset: Unplug for 5–10 minutes and restart. Sometimes the microcontroller can lock up.
  • Step 3 – Inspect ribbon cable (advanced): Remove the control panel cover and check the ribbon cable or harness between the keypad and main board. Reseat connectors.
  • Step 4 – Replace keypad or panel: If individual buttons are unresponsive or the membrane is cracked, replace the control panel assembly.

When to call a technician: If the main board is not recognizing keypad inputs, board-level repair or replacement is needed.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Control Panel / Keypad Assembly
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