Ilve Door Latch / Seal Compression Failure

Oven door will not stay closed unless held, or pops open slightly during cooking.

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

Weak door hinges, compressed or hardened door gasket, warped door frame, misaligned latch (on models with latch)

Safety first: Work on the door only when the oven is cool.

Steps:

Inspect the door gasket for hardness, cracks, or flattening; replace if it no longer provides good spring pressure.
Check that the door sits evenly against the front frame; if one side is proud, hinges may be bent and should be replaced.
On models with a mechanical latch, adjust the latch striker position so the door pulls in firmly.
If the door frame itself is warped (often from impact), the complete door assembly may need replacement.

Medium 3/5

Oven Door Gasket

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