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try a power rest. It that doesn't work, you need a service call as it is likely that the control board has failed. They are expensive so need professional diagnosis and warranty on the repair.

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You have to hire a plumber.

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try detaching and reattaching the ribbon circuit make sure you use electrical grease

I agree. Sometimes is only a matter of cleaning it well and reassembling it. Of course, you may find missing or broken pieces while doing this. Look for a way to take it more apart (without breaking it). Have you pulled the unit out of cabinet yet? The access you want might be under the insulation.

Sounds like a control board problem