Café Oven Door Hinge or Latch Misalignment

Oven door will not close fully or appears crooked

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

Bent door hinges, hinge springs worn, hinge receiver misaligned, obstruction at door gasket

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

Inspect hinges: Open the door and check the hinges on both sides for bending or damage.
Remove and reseat door: Many Café doors can be removed by opening to the broil stop position and lifting off the hinges. Reseat the door carefully to ensure proper engagement.
Check gasket: Inspect the door gasket for debris or deformation that might prevent full closure.
Replace hinges: If the door still sags or will not close, replace the oven door hinges as a pair.

Medium 3/5

Oven Door Hinge

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