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Hotpoint Refrigerator door(s) misaligned
If your refrigerator door is misaligned and not sealing or closing properly, start with the simplest fix: most of the time a door just needs adjustment. Check the lower hinge for an adjustment screw or add a plastic washer or shim on the hinge pin to raise or lower the door, and loosen the top hinge screws to shift the door side to side before retightening. If adjustment does not stop a fridge door not closing, inspect the door closing cam and the closing mechanism for wear or damage; a worn cam or faulty mechanism can keep the door from seating. Finally look for bent or damaged hinges or hinge pins that let the door sag. These issues are the usual suspects for a refrigerator door misaligned or a fridge door not sealing, and replacing the cam, mechanism, or hinge often restores proper alignment. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement hinge, cam, or closing mechanism that fits your refrigerator and get step-by-step guidance 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 - Hotpoint 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 - Hotpoint 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 - Hotpoint 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 - Hotpoint 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 - Hotpoint 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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Frequently Asked Questions
My refrigerator door is misaligned and won't seal. What should I check first?
The freezer door is sagging and won't close properly. Is that caused by a bad hinge?
How can I tell if the closing cam or closing mechanism needs replacing?
Can I fix a misaligned refrigerator door myself or should I call a technician?
How do I find the correct replacement hinge, closing cam, or part on RepairClinic.com?
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