Refrigerator doors difficult to open immediately after closing; a suction effect is felt.

Safety: No electrical work is required.

• Understand normal behavior: A brief suction effect for a few seconds after closing is normal as warm air cools and contracts.
• Wait before reopening: Allow 30–60 seconds before reopening the same door to reduce effort.
• Check equalization port: Some models have a small vent or valve to equalize pressure. Ensure it is not blocked by packaging or debris.
• Gasket adjustment: If new gaskets were installed and doors are extremely hard to open, gently warm the gasket with a hair dryer and shape it to improve fit.