Finlux Door Alignment / Hinge or Gasket Issue

Refrigerator door does not close properly or pops open by itself.

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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.

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Possible Causes

Worn or sagging door hinges, Deformed or dirty door gasket, Shelves or containers interfering with closure, Appliance not level

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Be careful when adjusting doors; they are heavy and can pinch fingers.

Check for obstructions:

  • Ensure no food containers or shelves are protruding and hitting the door.
  • Rearrange items to allow the door to close freely.

Inspect gasket:

  • Examine the door gasket for tears, warping, or hardened sections.
  • Clean the gasket and mating surface with warm soapy water and dry.
  • Use a hairdryer on low to gently warm and reshape any twisted sections.

Adjust hinges and leveling:

  • Use a spirit level to ensure the fridge leans slightly backwards.
  • Adjust front feet to achieve a slight backward tilt so doors self-close.
  • If the door sags, adjust the upper and lower hinge screws or replace worn Finlux hinge brackets.

Replace gasket if needed: If the gasket is damaged beyond repair, fit a new Finlux door gasket of the correct size and profile.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Door Gasket
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