EdgeStar Door Alignment / Hinge or Gasket Issue

Door does not close properly or pops open slightly after being shut.

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Possible Causes

Misaligned door hinges, Warped door gasket, Unit not level, Shelves or bottles interfering with door

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the unit before adjusting hinges to avoid accidental fan or compressor operation while working.

Steps:

  • Check for obstructions: Ensure no bottles or shelves protrude and contact the door.
  • Level the unit: Adjust leveling legs so the cooler is slightly tilted back, helping the door close and seal.
  • Inspect hinges: Check that hinge screws are tight and that the door is not sagging. Loosen screws slightly, adjust the door position, and retighten.
  • Examine gasket: Look for twisted, torn, or hardened sections of the door gasket. Warm the gasket gently with a hair dryer and reshape if slightly deformed.
  • Replace gasket if needed: If the gasket is damaged or will not seal, install a new EdgeStar-compatible door gasket.

Test: Close the door on a strip of paper at various points; you should feel resistance when pulling it out.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Door Gasket
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