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Kelvinator Refrigerator door(s) misaligned
If your refrigerator door is sagging, rubbing, or not sealing, the fix is often simpler than it looks. The most likely cause is a need for door adjustment: turn the lower hinge adjustment screws, add plastic washers or shims to the hinge pin, or loosen and realign the top hinge screws, then retighten to square the door. If adjustments do not hold, worn or broken parts that control how the door rests and closes are the next suspects: inspect the closing cam and the closing mechanism for wear or damage and replace those parts if they no longer guide the door properly. Less commonly, a bent or damaged top hinge, bottom hinge, or door hinge can cause misalignment and prevent the fridge door from closing or sealing. You can handle many of these checks with basic hand tools, and RepairClinic has parts and guides to walk you through replacement. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement part for your specific refrigerator so you get the right hinge, cam, or adjustment kit for the repair.
01 - Door adjustment required
Some refrigerators have adjustment screws on the lower hinge that can be turned to raise or lower the door for better alignment. For others, you can add plastic washers or shims to the lower hinge pin to help align the doors. Loosening the top hinge screws will often allow the door to be readjusted from side to side (don't forget to retighten the screws after any adjustments are made).
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02 - Kelvinator Refrigerator Closing Cam
A refrigerator door closing cam allows the door to rest in place in the open position and to close securely on its own when the door is swung shut. A damaged closing cam could cause the door to be misaligned. Inspect the cam for wear or damage and replace if necessary.
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03 - Kelvinator Refrigerator Closing Mechanism
A refrigerator door closing mechanism allows the door to rest in place in the open position and to close securely on its own when the door is swung shut. A damaged closing mechanism could cause the door to be misaligned. Inspect the mechanism for wear or damage and replace if necessary.
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04 - Kelvinator Refrigerator Top Hinge
A damaged or bent bottom hinge could cause the freezer door to sag and not close properly. Inspect the hinge for defects and replace if necessary.
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05 - Kelvinator Refrigerator Hinge
A damaged or bent bottom hinge could cause the freezer door to sag and not close properly. Inspect the hinge for defects and replace if necessary.
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06 - Kelvinator Refrigerator Door Hinge
A damaged or bent door hinge could cause the refrigerator door to be misaligned and not close properly. Inspect the hinge for defects and replace if necessary.
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