Miele User Interface Input Failure

Miele ice maker control panel lights on but buttons do not respond

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.

Possible Causes

Locked control (child lock), Faulty touch panel, Loose UI ribbon cable, Static or firmware glitch

Safety: Disconnect power before removing the control panel.

Check for lock mode: Consult the user manual to see if a control lock is active and how to disable it.
Power cycle: Unplug the unit or switch off the breaker for 5 minutes, then restore power.
Inspect ribbon cable: Remove the UI panel and reseat the ribbon cable between the UI and main board.
Replace panel: If specific buttons or touch zones never respond, replace the UI panel.

Note: Avoid pressing buttons with sharp objects; this can damage the touch surface.

Medium 3/5

User Interface Panel

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