Your door hinges need to be tightened if your refrigerator door refuses to close.Depending on the reason, you can either replace your refrigerator gasket or tighten the hinges on your fridge door using a screwdriver or some other tool.
Step 1: Do you know if your refrigerator's gasket needs to be replaced?
There is a thin piece of paper between the door and gasket.The paper needs to be removed from the refrigerator door.The door closing problem is caused by the faulty gasket, if the paper comes out easily without resistance.
Step 2: Determine the type of gasket you need.
You can use the manual to figure out your refrigerator's model.The model type can be found on the cover of the manual.If you cannot determine the model of your refrigerator, you can contact the manufacturer by visiting their website or calling the phone number in the manual.You can cut out a small piece of your gasket from the refrigerator door and match it to the gasket in stock at a retail store that specializes in home repair or refrigerators.Attach the gasket piece to the fridge using rubber cement or glue.
Step 3: Purchase a gasket.
A new gasket can be obtained from the manufacturer or from a store that sells home repair supplies.The parts are not universal.You have to get a gasket for your fridge.
Step 4: The gasket for the fridge needs to be prepared.
To seal and work on your refrigerator, the gasket must be of the correct temperature.The method of preparing the new gasket for use with your refrigerator can be determined if you consult the gasket instructions.If no instructions are given, leave the gasket in the same room as your refrigerator for at least 24 hours to allow it to conform to the humidity and temperature levels of the current gasket.If you want to get the seal to work, you can try soaking your gasket in warm water.
Step 5: The gasket needs to be removed from the refrigerator.
Depending on the materials that hold the gasket in place, the removal method may be different.To find out how the gasket is held in place, you need to examine it.The refrigerator door panel may have clips that attach the gasket to it.The appropriate tools can be used to remove the gasket.If the gasket is held in place by screws, use a screwdriver to remove the screws.To remove the gasket from the refrigerator door panel, use a putty knife.One side at a time, remove the gasket from the door panel.This will allow you to verify that all fastening components have been removed, preventing pieces of the gasket from breaking off and being left on the door panel.
Step 6: The gasket mounting area on the refrigerator needs to be cleaned.
This will allow you to remove any remnants of the old gasket that may be difficult to apply the new gasket.Warm water and liquid dishwashing detergent can be used to clean away remaining remnants.You can use a steel wool scrubbing pad instead of the sponge to clean stubborn messes.
Step 7: The supplies are needed to attach the new gasket.
The tools needed to attach the gasket may vary depending on the manufacturer.Refer to the instructions of your new gasket to determine which supplies are required.
Step 8: Attach the gasket to the door.
Ensure that the door panel is straight and aligned by applying the gasket one side at a time.Smooth each side to make sure it is flat against the door panel.To secure the gasket to the door panel, use the tools and supplies indicated by the manufacturer.Before you can open and close your refrigerator door again, you need to allow the materials to dry.
Step 9: Do you know how to tighten your refrigerator door hinges?
Depending on the make and model of your refrigerator, this procedure will vary.The door hinges can be tightened with the help of the refrigerator's manual.If you don't have a manual, you can contact the manufacturer directly or visit their website to get a copy.Most hinges are accessible by opening the refrigerator and freezer doors, and can be removed with a screwdriver.
Step 10: The refrigerator door hinges need to be tightened.
The door hinges need to be tightened using a screwdriver or similar tool.
Step 11: There are additional hinge problems that need to be corrected.
If the door is still loose or refuses to close completely, you may need to place shims between the hinges.Retail stores that specialize in home repair or refrigerators can sell fridges made specifically for them.You can use cardboard in place of metal or steel.In some cases, you may need to remove shims that have not been installed in order to correct sagging or alignment problems with the door.If your refrigerator door has a magnet catch that doesn't work, it's a good idea to remove it and put a shim underneath it to seal it.