Excessive frost buildup in freezer, door difficult to close, ice on gasket area

Safety first: Unplug the refrigerator if you will use heat to soften gaskets.

Step 1 – Inspect gasket:

• Check for tears, gaps, or hardened sections of the freezer door gasket.
• Clean the gasket and mating surfaces with warm soapy water and dry thoroughly.

Step 2 – Check door closure:

• Ensure shelves or food packages are not preventing the door from closing.
• Adjust leveling so the cabinet leans slightly back.

Step 3 – Restore gasket shape:

• Use a hair dryer on low to gently warm and reshape deformed gasket areas, pulling them toward the cabinet for a better seal.

Step 4 – Replace gasket if necessary:

• If the gasket is torn or cannot seal, order a replacement gasket for your Brandt model.
• Remove the old gasket from its retainer and press the new one into place, ensuring it is fully seated all around.