Craig Z Laguna Hills , CA January 04, 2024 Appliance: Bosch Microwave HMC80251UC/01 The door slams down when opened. Broken door hinge #00631517 & #00631518 This was a very difficult repair. 1. It was visually easy to spot the broken spring on the door. One was still working, but I decided to replace both of them. 2. The first task was to remove the door from the microwave frame. This was somewhat simple to do, but you will need some clamps on any still-working hinges to make it disengage. 3. The plastic inner door cover then had to be removed from the door frame to get access to the failing hinges. Unfortunately several of the cover fastening clips that hold this to the door frame will break during the removal. And the only way to put it back together properly is with a new cover. I had to use a wide putty knife to remove this cover while being very careful not to scar the stainless steel edging on the door. 4. Removing the Glass cover to get access to the springs is simple and replacing the springs is easy. 5. Reinstalling the inner cover panel is very difficult to align and ensure the clips fasten properly. Along with a rubber seal around the glass that must be carefully put in place with a putty knife while installing the panel. 5. After replacing both hinges and the inner door cover. It was time to reinstall the door to the housing frame. I had to use channel locks to open the hinges and lock them in place with a custom made tool before I could reengage the door onto the microwave frame. Fortunately, this clicked in very nicely for me, as I have much experience in mechanical hinges like this. Note: Take your time. Think it out for each step and ensure you have the proper tools to fix this type of problem. Read More... 3 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 1-2 hours Tools: Screwdrivers
Larry M Spring Hill , FL September 26, 2023 Appliance: Bosch Microwave HMC80251UC/01 Door hinge spring broken. Removed door and replaced both hinges. Repair folks said they could not get the parts. And I would have to replace the door. This Bosch microwave was not designed to be repaired. I destroyed the side cover gettung to the hinges, which I expected and had ordered a new one with the hinges. Read More... 1 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 2+ hours Tools: Screwdrivers
Kyle T San Jose , CA June 20, 2023 Appliance: Jenn-Air Refrigerator JCD2297KEF Fridge side was freezing over. With the help of all the videos on your site relating to this symptom I was able to make an informed choice on a common fix with the thermister. I confirmed the blend door was working, and H2o was present. Changed the thermister and after an hour or so letting the fridge it adjust to the new part, everything went back to normal. I'm not sure if it said in the videos that some fridges may beep while it adjust to the new part. I thought maybe the part was bad or wrong. But after some time it stopped and is now at the correct temp. Thanks Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers
Steven W Beaver Falls , PA July 08, 2023 Appliance: Model HMC8051UC/01 Hinge replacement. Removed door. Removed cover and replaced hinge and seal. Highly recommend viewing YouTube videos on this subject before attempting this job. This is my second time doing this. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 1-2 hours Tools: Adjustable Wrench, Pliers, Screwdrivers