https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B43XXiSt0MIdTFZGS0hqc3J6QWs/edit?usp=sharing
The root cause is that the design is not tolerant to the high voltage provided by good quality fresh batteries. A diode was inserted in the circuit to ensure it works with fresh batteries.
Disassembled Dettol Soap Dispenser showing PCB |