Rowenta
Keypad / Touch Panel Failure
Control panel buttons on humidifier or dehumidifier are unresponsive or intermittent.
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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
Moisture under control panel, worn membrane switches, loose ribbon cable to PCB, control PCB fault
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the unit before touching the control panel internals.
- Power reset: Unplug for 10 minutes, then plug back in and test.
- Dry panel: If the panel was exposed to water or cleaning sprays, allow it to dry for 24 hours in a warm, dry place.
- Avoid harsh cleaners: Clean the panel only with a slightly damp cloth; do not spray directly onto it.
- Internal ribbon cable: If you can open the housing, check that the control panel ribbon cable is firmly seated on the PCB.
- Persistent failure: Replace the control panel assembly or main PCB, depending on which component is faulty.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Control Panel Assembly
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