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Hardwick Refrigerator door not opening/closing properly
If your refrigerator door is not closing properly or your fridge door not sealing, the fix is usually simple: start by inspecting the door gasket for kinks, twists, or gaps. A warped or torn gasket is the most likely cause and can often be smoothed with a hair dryer or replaced if damaged. If the gasket checks out, the next things to check are the door catch or cam, which can wear out and stop the door from latching, followed by bent or damaged hinges — most commonly the bottom hinge but sometimes the top hinge — that let the door sag so the freezer door not closing or the refrigerator door hangs open. On French door models also check the door support and mullion area so the seal flap aligns properly. These parts are common failure points and are straightforward to replace for a confident DIYer. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to see the exact replacement gasket, door cam, hinge, or support parts that fit your refrigerator.
01 - Hardwick Refrigerator Door Gasket
A twisted or worn gasket can keep the door from closing properly. Inspect the door gasket for kinks or twists. You can use a hair dryer to try smoothing out the kinks. If the door gasket is damaged it will need to be replaced.
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02 - Hardwick Refrigerator Door Catch
The door cam helps the door to close. If the door cam is worn or broken the door may not close properly. Inspect the door cam for damage, and replace it if needed.
Highly Likely
03 - Hardwick Refrigerator Bottom 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.
Common
04 - Hardwick 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.
Common
05 - Hardwick Refrigerator Door Support
A refrigerator door support is often used on French Door models to flip a mullion heater flap to seal the gap between the doors. If the door support is damaged or misaligned, the mullion heater flap may not be positioned appropriately for the door or doors to close completely. Inspect the support for damage and replace if necessary.
Common
06 - Hardwick Refrigerator Door Hinge Kit
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.
Common
Frequently Asked Questions
Refrigerator door not closing: what should I check first?
Fridge door not sealing: is it the gasket or something else?
Freezer working but fridge warm: could a door problem cause this?
Refrigerator door misaligned: can I fix it myself?
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