CDA
Door Seal Air Leak / Door Misalignment
Ice forming around the freezer door or on the front edges of the cabinet.
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Possible Causes
Damaged or hardened door gasket, Door not closing fully due to overloading, Misaligned hinges, Warped door
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: No electrical work is required for this repair.
Steps:
- 1. Inspect gasket: Check the entire perimeter of the CDA freezer door gasket for splits, tears, or areas not contacting the cabinet.
- 2. Check for obstructions: Ensure baskets and food packages are not preventing the door from closing fully.
- 3. Adjust hinges: On some CDA models, the door hinges are adjustable. Slightly loosen the hinge screws and realign the door so it sits squarely, then retighten.
- 4. Replace gasket if needed: Warm the new gasket in hot water to make it flexible, then fit it into the door channel, pressing firmly all around.
- 5. Test seal: Close the door on a strip of paper at several points; you should feel resistance when pulling it out.
Tip: A good seal prevents frost and reduces energy consumption.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Freezer Door Gasket
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