Zanussi
Door alignment or gasket sealing issue
Door is not closing properly or is popping open, causing warm temperatures and condensation.
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Possible Causes
Worn or deformed door gasket, Fridge not level, Overloaded door shelves, Hinges loose or bent
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: No electrical work required; unplug only if adjusting hinges near wiring.
Steps:
- Level the cabinet: Adjust the front feet so the refrigerator leans slightly backward, allowing gravity to help the doors close.
- Inspect gasket: Check for tears, hardened sections, or gaps. Clean with warm soapy water and dry.
- Warm and reshape: Use a hairdryer on low to gently warm deformed gasket areas and press them against the cabinet to improve sealing.
- Reduce door load: Remove heavy items from the door shelves that may be causing the door to twist or sag.
- Hinge adjustment: Tighten hinge screws. If the door is sagging, adjust or replace hinges as needed.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Door Gasket / Door Hinges
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