DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the right center hinge on a KitchenAid 5 Door Refrigerator (Model KRMF706ESS01). The most common reason for replacing this part is if the refrigerator door is not mounted properly.
All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Kitchenaid, Kenmore
Step-By-Step Instructions1
KitchenAid Five-Door Refrigerator - KRMF706ESS01
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Refrigerator Right Center Door Hinge Replacement
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heavy, sharp, shock, water
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use a Phillip's-head screwdriver to unthread the screws securing the right top hinge cover
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use a t-25 torx bit to unthread the front and rear mounting screws securing the top hinges to the appliance
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support the door as you slide the hinge off
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open the refrigerator door to a ninety degree position and have an assistant help you to lift the door off of the bushing and set aside
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lift off the bushing then use the t-25 torx bit to unthread the three mounting screws to release the old center hinge from the frame
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align the new hinge on the frame
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thread the mounting screws to secure
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position the hinge bushing and make sure the washer is intact
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set the door on the hinge bushing at a ninety degree angle and close the door
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if the door does not close properly, reset the closing cam
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realign the top hinge and thread the two mounting screws to secure
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replace the cover and secure it with the screw
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plug the power cord back in