I had the same problem with my DL4, hiss / loud noise when the effect was activated so true-bypass (alternate is always present) connected mono (L input / output L). With a cable disconnected on R output the hiss disappeared. I cleaned pcb and all components with the spray and checked the solders and they were good but the problem remained. I kept turned on the unit for more than several hours at a time (do not remember if 18 hours) and the hiss / noise disappeared and is no longer returned also connecting in mono (L in / L out). I have no idea why this worked but it's what happened to my DL4. I hope it can be useful.