Tappan Dishwasher door not opening/closing properly
01 - Tappan Dishwasher Door Hinge
If the door hinges are damaged, the door won’t be able to latch properly. Inspect the door hinges for damage. If a hinge is bent or broken, replace it.
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If the door hinges are damaged, the door won’t be able to latch properly. Inspect the door hinges for damage. If a hinge is bent or broken, replace it.
Inspect the door strike assembly for damage. If the door strike is broken, replace it. The door strike is not repairable—if it is broken, you must replace it.
The leveling legs on the dishwasher will need to be lowered so the door will not hit the cabinet or mounting screws. If the door is rubbing on the countertop, it will be difficult to open and shut the door. Remove the lower panel and use a wrench to adjust the leveling legs.
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05 - Tappan Dishwasher Door Latch
Inspect the door latch assembly for damage. If the door latch is broken, replace it. The door latch is not repairable—if it is broken, you must replace it.
A damaged leveling leg could cause the dishwasher to be unbalanced, resulting in the door not opening or closing properly. Inspect the leveling legs to confirm they are adjusted properly and not damaged. A damaged leg will need to be replaced.