DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the door shim on a Samsung Refrigerator (Model RF27T5501SRAA51). The most common reason for replacing this part is if the door will not open smoothly.
All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands:
Samsung
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Anncr: since repair clinic encourages you to perform this procedure safely, a warning icon will appear when you should use caution.
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If one of the samsung refrigerator doors appears lower than the other…
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… you can use a door shim to raise the door.
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Select the appropriate-size shim…
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… then have an assistant help to lift up the door as you align the shim…
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… on the lower hinge pin below the bushing.
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With the shim in place, confirm the two doors appear even.