Brandt Door Spring / Cable Failure

Dishwasher door drops down quickly or will not stay in intermediate positions.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Broken door springs, Frayed or snapped door tension cables, Misadjusted spring tension, Damaged hinge brackets

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Disconnect power. The door is heavy; support it to prevent injury when working on hinges.

  • 1. Inspect door movement: Open and close the door slowly. If it falls freely, the springs or cables are likely broken.
  • 2. Access side panels: Remove the side panels to view the door springs and tension cables.
  • 3. Replace broken parts: If a spring or cable is broken, replace both sides as a set to maintain balance.
  • 4. Adjust tension: Some Brandt models allow spring tension adjustment. Set the tension so the door stays open at about 45° without falling.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Door Springs / Tension Cables
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