SMEG
User Interface Keypad Failure
Display panel lights up but buttons or touch controls 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 touch panel, Loose ribbon cable, Moisture behind display, Faulty UI microcontroller
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the refrigerator before removing the control panel.
- Step 1 – Lock mode: Ensure the control lock/child lock is not activated. Disable it according to the user manual.
- Step 2 – Reseat cable: Remove the display fascia and reseat the ribbon cable between the UI and main PCB.
- Step 3 – Dry moisture: If condensation is present, dry the area and allow time for complete evaporation.
- Step 4 – Replace UI board: If controls remain unresponsive, replace the user interface board with the correct SMEG part.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
User Interface / Display PCB
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