8.6 RELIABILITY FAULTS:

HINGE IS DAMAGED

CHECK AND TEST 1

Step 1

Check to see whether middle hinge is deformed or cracked and whether screws are loose.

DIAGNOSIS 1



PROCEDURE 1


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 upper door.
Reverse steps above to reinstall the door.
Please pay attention to below points.

Step 6

Unscrew 3 bolts and remove the middle hinge.

Reverse above procedures to restore hinges and doors, however, please pay attention to below points.

Tip 1

Don’t forget to add washer onto hinge pin.

Tip 2

When installing door onto hinge, please check the match between door- stopper and hinge.

Tip 3

Make sure gasket is attached well.

Tip 4

Make sure gaps between doors are even.

Tip 5

Check whether the gasket plate can be turned over normally when the door is opened or closed.

DIAGNOSIS 1