HOOVER DYN 8144 D1X No Lights/power

This thread was marked as solved. Here's a summary of the problem and the fix, generated from the discussion below.

Hoover DYN 8144 D1X completely dead with no lights or display

The problem

The Hoover DYN 8144 D1X washing machine suddenly had no power at all. The user had already checked the mains fuse and tried a different socket, but the display and control lights did not come on.

Likely cause

The strongest diagnosis in the discussion was a failed on/off switch, or possibly a serious fault on the main PCB if power was passing the switch but the control panel still remained dead.

What fixed it

Recommended action was to check whether the on/off switch was working correctly with a meter. It was also noted that if the switch is integrated into the control panel this may not be straightforward. No internal fuse or confirmed component failure was identified in the thread, and no completed repair was confirmed.

Checks to try

• Fuse checked and reported fine
• Machine tried on a different socket
• Discussion noted that a faulty door lock would not normally prevent the lights/control panel from illuminating
• Suggested check of the on/off switch with a meter

Parts or tools mentioned

• On/off switch
• Main PCB
• Meter