Gram Door Misalignment / Hinge Wear

Oven door will not close fully; heat escapes and cooking is uneven.

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.

Possible Causes

Worn door hinges, Bent hinge arms, Loose hinge mounting screws, Deformed door seal or frame

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Ensure the oven is cool before working on the door.

Steps to check:

Open the door fully and inspect the hinges for play or sagging.
Check hinge mounting screws on the door and cabinet side; tighten if loose.
If the door drops or does not align with the cabinet, replace both door hinges as a pair.
Inspect the door gasket for deformation; replace if it does not contact the frame evenly.
After replacement, verify that the door closes firmly and evenly around all sides.

Warning: Door hinges are spring-loaded; handle carefully to avoid injury.

Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Oven Door Hinges

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