CHECK AND TEST 1
Step 1
Open freezer door to check if gasket is cracked.
Step 2
Check if gasket is deformed.
DIAGNOSIS 1
PROCEDURE 1
Step 1
Pull gasket out from corner.
Step 2
Install a new gasket, starting from the corner.
Make sure base of gasket is pressed into trough completely.
Step 3
Make sure gasket is properly aligned with edges of trough.
Step 4
Close the door, make sure gasket is well attached.
CHECK AND TEST 2
Step 1
To assess whether rework was successful, place a torch on shelf and point light towards gasket.
Step 2
Close door to see if there is any light leaking out.
DIAGNOSIS 2
CHECK AND TEST 3
Step 1
Check if gasket is wrinkling or not.
CHECK AND TEST 4
Step 1
Measure width of gasket seat opening with vernier calipers.
Step 2
If entrance of gasket seat is wider than 6 mm, replace old gasket with new one with 6.5mm base.
Use tool of same shape as gasket seat and insert it into gasket seat, then flip the tool around.
DIAGNOSIS 4
PROCEDURE 2
Step 1
Unscrew hinge cover.
Step 2
Remove the cover.
Step 3
Disconnect the terminals.
Step 4
Unscrew 3 bolts and remove the top hinge.
Step 5
Remove fridge door.
Step 6
Unscrew 3 bolts and remove the middle hinge.
Step 7
Remove freezer door
NOTE
Before installing the new door, please pay attention to the key points below.
Tip 1
Make sure gasket is not detaching.
Tip 2
Insert the gasket into gasket seat and pull it with a force of 30N.
PROCEDURE 3
Tip 1
Don’t forget to add washer onto hinge pin.
Tip 2
Make sure gasket is attached well.
Tip 3
Make sure gaps between doors are even.
CHECK AND TEST 5
Step 1
To assess whether rework was successful, place a torch on shelf and point light towards gasket.
Step 2
Close door to see if there is any light leaking out.
DIAGNOSIS 5
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