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


Note

Step 1

Unscrew hinge cover. 

Step 2

Remove the cover. 

Step 3

Disconnect the terminals.

Step 4

Unscrew 2 bolts and remove the top hinge.

Step 5

Remove upper door.

Step 6

Loosen the middle hinge and remove it.

Step 7

Remove freezer door and replace with new one. Reverse above steps to install the new door.

Step 8

Tilt cabinet.

Step 9

Unscrew the adjustable foot.

Step 10

Unscrew 4 bolts and remove bottom hinge.

Reverse procedures above to restore hinges and doors, however, please pay attention to the following tips:

Tip 1

Don’t forget to add washer onto hinge pin.

Tip 2

When installling 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.

DIAGNOSIS 2