Ikea User Interface Glitch or Moisture Ingress

Washer-dryer displays random lights or beeps without user input

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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 on control panel, Faulty touch control, Loose UI wiring, Electrical interference

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

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

Step-by-step checks:

  • 1. Dry control panel: Wipe the control fascia with a dry cloth. Ensure no water drips from above (e.g., countertop).
  • 2. Power reset: Unplug for 5–10 minutes to reset the electronics.
  • 3. Inspect UI board: Remove the control panel and check for signs of moisture or corrosion on the user interface board. Dry gently if damp.
  • 4. Reseat connectors: Ensure the ribbon cable and connectors are firmly seated.
  • 5. Replace UI board: If phantom inputs persist, the UI board may be defective and require replacement.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

User Interface Board
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