AEG
Shelf Rail / Guide Wear or Misalignment
Shelves difficult to slide, scraping noise when pulling out bottles
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Possible Causes
Bent shelf rails, Debris in rail tracks, Warped wooden shelves (if fitted), Loose rail mounting screws
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: No electrical hazards for this repair. Work with the unit unplugged if you remove internal fittings.
Steps:
- 1. Remove shelves: Slide out and remove affected shelves.
- 2. Clean rails: Vacuum and wipe the rail tracks to remove debris.
- 3. Inspect rails: Check for bending or misalignment. Gently straighten if possible.
- 4. Tighten screws: Secure any loose rail mounting screws.
- 5. Lubrication: If allowed by AEG, apply a small amount of food-safe silicone lubricant to metal-on-metal contact points (avoid plastic parts unless specified).
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Repair Difficulty
Very Easy
1/5
Required Part
Shelf Rail Assembly
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