T.E. October 15, 2021 for Model Number WOS31ES0JS I need help with my new Whirlpool Oven door. During the installation, I took the door off to install as recommended. Now I can't get the door back on because both hinges are locked in place. I can't get the hinge lock to release at all. Anyway, release the lock without damaging the hinge, or should I call a technician? Thanks
1 Answer Hello T.E., You may be able to use a pair of vise grips to pull the hinges down far enough to lock the tabs to the open position. If so, you can then proceed to install the door since the hinges have to be locked to the open position to install the door on the unit. The springs are very strong and can be dangerous to deal with so you will need to be cautious not to acquire any injuries from the assembly. If you cannot achieve this result, you may need to contact an experienced tech for assistance. Read More...
Mary January 18, 2021 for Model Number WFG 231 LVB1 Whirlpool gas range about 5 years old. I can not get the oven door off. There are no locking hinged that I can see. at least not the 2 kinds I saw on youtube.
1 Answer Mary, When you fully open the door, there should be a hole in each hinge that you will be able to put a hinge pin 98012220 in the hinge. Once you place the pin in you will start closing the door until it stops. Once it stops you will push up on the door and it should then be able to be lifted off. Read More...
Ron July 27, 2020 for Model Number KDRS407VSS04 WHILE OPENING THE OVEN DOOR THERE WAS A LOUD BANG NOISE AND IT APPEARS THAT THE DOOR NO LONGER HAS SPRINGS WHILE OPENING AND CLOSING. NOW I CAN NOT REMOVE THE DOOR FOLLOWING ALL INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE HING LOCK. WITH LATCH IN PLACE THE DOOR WILL ONLY GO TO THE 45 DEGREE ANGLE AND IT DOES NOT DROP. NEED HELP ON HOW TO REMOVE THE DOOR.
1 Answer Hello Ron, unfortunately, there is no recommended procedure for this problem. The door hinge has failed on one side and this is a heavy oven door assembly. You can try locking the working hinge to the open position and at least two people (one on each side) try to lift the door up and out of the oven frame. If it still will not come out you can try to disassemble the door one piece at a time taking pics while you do do it until you are able to remove the door hinges from the inner door frame then out of the oven frame, lastly, if this is not practical, suggest you call in a service technician for the repair. Read More...
Tim March 17, 2020 for Model Number WFC31050AB0 when removing my oven door i flipped up the hinge lock and removed the door just like in the videos i watched. When i removed the screws holding door together the hinge lock was flipped closed and I am unable to flip it open and unlock the spring loaded hinge. It was damaged by the force of the spring so I ordered a new one. It arrived with the hinge lock forward down and the hinge locked in place. I unlocked that hinge when removing the door, doesn't it need to unlocked with the hinge moving freely to reinstall the door?
1 Answer Tim, It is really difficult and you will likely need help to pull the hinge open and lock it open to reinstall it and the door. Read More...
Jim September 18, 2019 for Model Number Xfe510soab Took oven door off now locking pin is stuck inside
1 Answer Jim, You may have to take the door off and either prise the pin out or remove the hinge and reset the pin unless damaged then you may have to replace the hinge. Read More...
Marjorie July 05, 2019 for Model Number RBS245pdt11 Three years ago, my husband replaced the oven door hinges because the door was not closing tightly. Using part # WP4455523. The oven door slowly started staying open again and the light stayed on. When we last tried to use it the door came off entirely. Did my husband install the hinges incorrectly? I remember on one side the pin popped out on the floor as he was settling the door in place. Do we need new hinge receptacles as well as new hinges?
1 Answer Hello Marjorie, The hinges WP4455523 are the most likely cause of this issue but you will have to inspect the receivers to determine if they require attention also. Read More...
Jason July 03, 2019 Whirlpool brand new 2019 double oven, I pull the doors no problem, immediately set them flat don't even touch hinges, after flange screws were installed the lock in the hinge is caught on a little notch, same on all four hinges, when in position it won't release the lock to come forward and latch, what happened and hop do I get them loose? I can't even put on the new doors?
1 Answer Jason, if you could provide the model number for your appliance in a new inquiry, this will allow for the most accurate information to be presented. Read More...
Patrick B December 22, 2018 for Model Number RBD275PDQ8 Door hinges 4454946 / 4455523. I have replaced both the hinges 4 times in the last 3 years on the top door of this 27" double oven. Most recently hinges bought direct from Whirlpool failed after 3 weeks. The door stays open at least an inch so top oven can't be used and of course the light won't go out either. I've read that his is a design flaw. What can be done?
1 Answer Patrick, I would try using this part number for your upper door. It is a little stronger and may hold up better. {AP6009479] Door hinges are designed to work with a certain type of door cover. Stainless steel is a little heavier and requires a stronger spring. These are designed for stainless steel. Read More...
Ben November 09, 2018 for Model Number MER5765RAW I'm trying to replace the hinges on the door, but cannot get the hinge lock to release. I have tried with a screw driver and actually started bending the tab. What can I do now??
1 Answer Ben, When you open that door all the way there is a tab on the hinge that moves down to lock the hinge then lift up on the door as you were trying to close it back and the hinge will release to remove. Read More...
Tom H February 10, 2018 for Model Number JJW8527DDW Installing oven door after new hinges installed, and hinges dont stick out as far as needed, cant catch pins
1 Answer Tom, You will need to pull down on the hinge and lock it in order to get it into position for reinstalling the door. Read More...