Microwave Door Hinge Broken

Broken door hinges or door that fails to close firmly.

Microwave door hinge broken.

That actually is a broken spot weld for the hinge. There is no movement that i can see on the right hinges at all. Here s a short video of the issue. The hinge cannot be repaired.

Built in combination microwave oven in stainless with auto cook and memory function 367 54 367 54. Door swing style left to right swing. If a spring breaks a loud pop may occur and the door feels much heavier. Tightening the hinges on your microwave door is a task you can perform yourself in a matter of minutes.

I sent this picture to frigidaire and asked what i should do. Microwave leaks are often the result of worn or broken elements on the microwave oven s door. When open the door s weight is partly held up by two torsion springs inside the microwave housing at the bottom. If you have detected a leak look for these common causes.

The microwave door opens from the top like a conventional oven door. If your microwave door swings lower or out of alignment with the microwave itself when you open it investigate the hinges for obstructions or broken pieces. Cracks on the hinges. Remove door a pop new rivet in.

Compare model fgbm19wnvd. Replace broken springs to restore the microwave door to its former springiness. With the door resting fully open there are four hinges holding the door onto the microwave. The small hinge on the left side clearly slides around when if you start to close the door.

A huge inner hinge and a smaller outer hinge on each side. Worn areas or cracks on the seal. Free delivery on appliance purchases of 396 and up add to package add to cart. I m sorry there is no screw that goes in the hole.

This was on model frigidaire microwave plmv169dcd also under electrolux name. Door swing style left to right swing. My microwave door slacks down and i have to lift it up a bit before shutting it. Their support emailed me back saying.

Damage to the metal mesh of the door. One of the most common breakdowns that result in a sagging microwave door is when the welding around the hinges breaks.