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Unresponsive Touch Control Panel
When the induction cooktop is connected to power without any issues but the touch control panel fails to display or light up, it could indicate a touch sensor malfunction.
Unresponsive Touch Control Panel of Induction Cooktop
Malfunctioning Functions
When selecting functions on the induction cooktop but experiencing no response or incorrect response upon touch, it indicates a touch sensor malfunction.
Unexpected Shutdown
The induction cooktop may abruptly stop working without prior warning while cooking, likely due to a malfunctioning touch control panel, causing the cooktop to fail to identify cooking functions.
2. Causes and Solutions for Induction Cooktop Touch Sensor Malfunctions
Locked Touch Control Panel
During usage, either you or another user may have accidentally engaged the lock feature on the touch control panel. When the induction cooker's control panel is locked, the padlock icon will illuminate, rendering all functions inactive. If the padlock icon isn't lit but the functions remain unresponsive, it's possible that the induction cooker's touch system is faulty.
Induction Cooker Touch Panel Locked
Troubleshooting Steps
In case the touch control panel is locked, press and hold the padlock icon or the word 'Lock' for about 2-5 seconds until the icon turns off.
Touch Glass Surface is Dirty or Wet
During cooking, grease or water may accumulate on the glass surface of the control panel, potentially reducing the sensitivity of the stove or even causing induction cooker touch malfunctions due to mistaken touches.
Wet Induction Cooktop Surface Causes Touch Malfunction
Troubleshooting Steps
Clean the touch glass surface with a soft, dry cloth to remove grease, water, and check if the control panel is functioning normally again. If you've cleaned the control panel but the induction cooker still has control panel issues, continue exploring other possible causes.
Cooking Utensils Too Heavy
One surprising reason for induction cooker touch malfunctions is the use of excessively heavy cooking utensils, exceeding the stove's capacity. When the induction cooker bears too much weight, it may fail to respond to heat, leading to a control panel with no signal or malfunctioning touch responses.
Troubleshooting Steps
Check the amount of food and water in the pot to ensure it doesn't exceed the limits of the induction cooker. Choose cooking utensils with a weight that is not too heavy, suitable for the induction cooker to avoid affecting signal reception and prevent surface cracking.
Wet Hands While Operating the Control Panel
Similarly to water sticking on the surface of the induction cooker, having wet hands while operating the control panel is also a reason for induction cooker touch malfunctions.
Troubleshooting Steps
Ensure your hands are thoroughly dry, free from grease or water before operating the control panel, for accurate and safe mode selection.
Dry Your Hands Before Using Induction Cooker
Malfunctioning or Damaged Electronic Circuit Board
Extended use of the cooker or external factors such as water ingress, insect infestation, etc., can damage the electronic circuit board, leading to touch malfunctions in the induction cooker.
Troubleshooting Steps
For internal faults like these in the electronic circuit board, it's advisable to take the cooker to an authorized service center or reputable repair centers for timely inspection and repair. Avoid attempting to dismantle or repair the cooker at home to prevent hazards and further damage.
3. Some Safety and Durability Tips for Induction Cookers
- Read the user manual of the induction cooker carefully, especially the function keys on the control panel, to understand the operation and purpose of each function.
- Avoid using the induction cooker in damp or high-humidity environments to prevent damage to the electronic circuit board, reducing the incidence of touch malfunctions in the induction cooker.
- Clean the cooker surface after use to prevent grease, food residue from adhering to the control panel, causing touch malfunctions.
- Use pots and pans of appropriate size, avoid placing excessively heavy cooking utensils on the cooker to prevent glass cracking and touch malfunctions in the induction cooker.
- Maintain the cooker and related components regularly to ensure the equipment operates normally or promptly maintain when any issues arise.
- Always use standard sockets and electrical cables, and regularly check the power source to ensure the induction cooker does not experience touch malfunctions.
The above are common causes and remedies for induction cooker touch malfunctions that we often encounter. We hope the information from Mytour Supermarket will be helpful for your induction cooker usage process.
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