Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairFrigidaire Refrigerator Door Handle Mounting Stud #218755504

Frigidaire Refrigerator Door Handle Mounting Stud #218755504

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This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the door handle mounting stud on a Frigidaire refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the stud is if the handle is loose.

All of the information for this refrigerator stud replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Arctic Air, Crosley, Electrolux, Frigidaire, Gibson, Kelvinator, Tappan, Westinghouse

Tools needed: 3/8" socket

Step By Step Instructions

1
Use a 3/32nd inch Allen wrench to loosen the four set screws securing the appropriate handle. Consider using tape to protect the stainless steel surface.
2
Remove the handle then use a 3/8th inch six-point socket or nut driver to unthread the old mounting stud if still intact.
3
Install the new door handle mounting stud by threading it into the door panel then tighten.
4
When reinstalling a refrigerator door handle, align it on the mounting studs with the set screws facing inward.
5
Realign the freezer door handle with the set screws facing downward.
6
Tighten the set screws to secure then remove the protective tape if necessary.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the door handle mounting stud on a Frigidaire refrigerator. The most common reason for replacing the stud is if the handle is loose.

All of the information for this refrigerator stud replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Arctic Air, Crosley, Electrolux, Frigidaire, Gibson, Kelvinator, Tappan, Westinghouse

Tools needed: 3/8" socket
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Use a 3/32nd inch Allen wrench to loosen the four set screws securing the appropriate handle. Consider using tape to protect the stainless steel surface.
2
Remove the handle then use a 3/8th inch six-point socket or nut driver to unthread the old mounting stud if still intact.
3
Install the new door handle mounting stud by threading it into the door panel then tighten.
4
When reinstalling a refrigerator door handle, align it on the mounting studs with the set screws facing inward.
5
Realign the freezer door handle with the set screws facing downward.
6
Tighten the set screws to secure then remove the protective tape if necessary.

Applicable Product Model

Refrigerator
Brand
Product Type
Model
Subtype
Cooling System
Icemaking System
Dispensing System
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