Then pop the microwave door back into place and swing it to make sure there s no longer any sagging.
How to fix a microwave door hinge.
But if the door is not closing completely then that is a separate and serious problem that oil won t cure.
It will be found behind the inner door panel.
Remove door a pop new rivet in.
How to repair a frigidaire microwave door hinge step 1.
Look at the hinges of the door now that they re exposed.
If it is only squeaking then maybe a drop of oil will solve the problem.
The easiest way to tighten the hinge is to use a pop rivet gun and insert a rivet in the hole above the hinge.
Visually inspect your door latch assembly for any signs of cracking wear damage or discoloration.
The door and the hinges should stay firmly in place.
You ll see that they consist simply of two pins in the door which drop into corresponding holes on the frame of the microwave.
If you suspect a problem contact the oven manufacturer a microwave oven service organization your state health department or the closest fda office emphasis added.
Locate and remove the door latch assembly.
This will hold the hinge in place so you can no longer wiggle it and it can better hold the weight.
Repeat the same procedure with both hinges if both feel loose.
Complete your repair or cleaning and then replace the door on its hinge pins.
This video shows the process to reset the oven door hinge should it become sprung in the removal process.
Open the microwave door so you have full access to the hinges.
How to inspect a microwave door latch assembly.
There is little cause for concern about excess microwaves leaking from ovens unless the door hinges latch or seals are damaged.
This was on model frigidaire microwave plmv169dcd also under electrolux name.
Lift the door up and out of the holes and place it on your work surface.