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
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