How do you fix a refridgerator door that is drooping?
February 18th, 2009 | by door |
webboffin asked:
I think the weight of items in the door shelves as caused the door to droop over the years.
Thank you for your valueable answers. The door if when opened I can “rock” it up and down seemingly at the bottom where it is hinged.
HYMAN
I think the weight of items in the door shelves as caused the door to droop over the years.
Thank you for your valueable answers. The door if when opened I can “rock” it up and down seemingly at the bottom where it is hinged.
HYMAN
3 Responses to “How do you fix a refridgerator door that is drooping?”
By Rich Z on Feb 19, 2009 | Reply
First check that the hinge bolts are not loose. They may be in the right position but wobbling due to looseness.
If that is not the problem then you will need to adjust the location to which the hinge bolts are attached. to the door frame or the cabinet. Have someone hold the door in the right position (should swing itself closed slightly with the top edge slightly closer to frame than the bottom one). While it is being held there tighten the attachment screws into that position. Check the door closing and tweak it if that is still a problem.
I seriously doubt it has to do with the weight on the shelves. I keep gallons of liquids on them and have no problems. Unless you are storing bowling balls they doors easily handle them.
By Daniel D on Feb 19, 2009 | Reply
I agree With Rich Z Check the lower hinge for looseness or if it is Bent….Their are usually no adjustments….Oh wait one more thing…Check the plastic thingy in the hinge post (Door Closer) it might be worn…it is an easy fix if worn remove all stuff from door remove upper hinge take door off…the closer will come off using a 1/4 inch socket…then put the new one on……
By martinjody_36 on Feb 22, 2009 | Reply
You put a shim in the lower hinge and tighten it