How To Fix A Microwave Door Hinge

But if the door is not closing completely then that is a separate and serious problem that oil won t cure.

How to fix a microwave door hinge.

If you suspect a problem contact the oven manufacturer a microwave oven service organization your state health department or the closest fda office emphasis added. The easiest way to tighten the hinge is to use a pop rivet gun and insert a rivet in the hole above the hinge. Visually inspect your door latch assembly for any signs of cracking wear damage or discoloration. Remove door a pop new rivet in.

Look at the hinges of the door now that they re exposed. There is little cause for concern about excess microwaves leaking from ovens unless the door hinges latch or seals are damaged. How to repair a frigidaire microwave door hinge step 1. It will be found behind the inner door panel.

Repeat the same procedure with both hinges if both feel loose. Power off your frigidaire microwave and unplug the unit. The door and the hinges should stay firmly in place. How to inspect a microwave door latch assembly.

Locate and remove the door latch assembly. Pop the hinge covers if there are any off the door hinges where the door meets the microwave. Complete your repair or cleaning and then replace the door on its hinge pins. This will hold the hinge in place so you can no longer wiggle it and it can better hold the weight.

For safety disconnect your appliance from the power source before beginning. This was on model frigidaire microwave plmv169dcd also under electrolux name. This video shows the process to reset the oven door hinge should it become sprung in the removal process. Then pop the microwave door back into place and swing it to make sure there s no longer any sagging.

If it is only squeaking then maybe a drop of oil will solve the problem.