DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the upper left hinge on a Samsung Refrigerator (Model RF27T5501SRAA51). The most common reason for replacing this part is if the left door is not secure.
All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands:
Samsung
Step-By-Step Instructions1
To replace the upper left door hinge on this samsung refrigerator…
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… you will need a phillips-head screwdriver.
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Before you begin the procedure, unplug the appliance’s power cord.
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Use the phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the three mounting screws securing the hinge cover.
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Have an assistant help to hold the door…
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… as you release the hinge support.
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Lift the front of the hinge out of the door first then pull the hinge free of the bracket and detach it from the wires and water line.
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To prepare the new upper door hinge for installation…
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… unthread the screws to release the closing cam from the old hinge…
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… then align the cam on the new hinge and secure it with the screws.
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Transfer the plastic shim from the old hinge to the new one as well.
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Now align the wires and water line in the hinge slot.
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Insert the rear tab into the bracket then insert the front of the hinge into the door.
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Align the hinge support on the support bracket and push the support down to secure the hinge.
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… and rethread the three mounting screws.
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Plug the power cord back in…
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… and the refrigerator should be ready for use.