Z Grills Control Panel Input Failure

Display works but buttons or dial on the control panel 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

Failed control board keypad or encoder, Moisture intrusion into control panel, Loose control knob or broken shaft

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

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

Steps to troubleshoot:

  • Inspect panel: Check for signs of water or grease inside the control panel area.
  • Check knob and shaft: Ensure the temperature knob is firmly attached and that the shaft is not broken or spinning freely.
  • Reseat connectors: Disconnect and reconnect the ribbon cable or harness between the display and main control board.
  • Replace control board: If inputs still do not respond, replace the control board assembly that includes the keypad/encoder.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Control Board
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