Siemens
Unresponsive Control Panel
Display works but buttons or touch controls do not respond to 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
Faulty touch sensor panel, Moisture behind control fascia, Loose ribbon cable, Control panel locked (child lock feature)
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Steps to restore control:
- Check for control lock: Refer to the Siemens user manual and try the key combination to unlock the control (often holding a specific button for several seconds).
- Dry the panel: Wipe the control area dry and ensure no condensation is present.
- Inspect connections: Unplug the unit, remove the control fascia, and reseat the ribbon cable between the panel and main PCB.
- Replace control panel: If still unresponsive, replace the control panel / touch PCB.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Control Panel / Touch PCB
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