Tappan Refrigerator Hinge Parts

The Lower Hinge Pin is an OEM replacement part for Frigidaire refrigerators. It serves as a pivot point to properly hang the refrigerator doors in place. This hinge pin supports the stable mounting of doors while allowing for smooth opening and closing. 

Causes of a bad lower hinge pin can include wear from extended use, damage due to excess weight loads, or corrosion interfering with motion.

Symptoms of a bad lower hinge pin include:

• Doors not sitting securely when closed or hanging loosely  
• Difficulty smoothly opening or closing the refrigerator door
• Noises or squeaking emanating from door hinge areas
• Gaps appearing around door seals

This Frigidaire refrigerator part is compatible with models by Electrolux, Gibson, Kelvinator, and some Kenmore.

This center hinge pin supports the refrigerator door at the middle hinge and serves as the pivot point. Replacing a worn pin restores smooth door movement and helps the door align and seal properly.

• Acts as the pivot shaft for the door on the center hinge bracket
• Helps maintain correct door height and alignment for consistent sealing
• Wear or damage may show as door sagging, rubbing, squeaking, or not sealing/closing reliably
• Can reduce wobble or looseness felt at the center hinge

• Unplug the refrigerator and remove items from the door before service
• Support the door, remove hinge cover and screws, then lift the door off the center hinge
• Replace the pin in the center hinge/bracket, transferring any original spacers/washers as found
• Reinstall and level the door; verify the gasket seals evenly all around

This center hinge pin is the door pivot pin that secures and aligns the middle hinge on compatible refrigerators, restoring smooth door movement and proper sealing. It's a direct-fit replacement when the existing pin is worn or damaged. What it does:

• Serves as the pivot pin for the center door hinge, allowing the door to swing and stay aligned
• Helps maintain proper door alignment and sealing to prevent gaps and cold air loss
• Commonly replaced when the door sags, drags, binds, or produces metal-on-metal noise
• Simple, single-piece mechanical replacement — no electrical connection

• One center hinge pin

• Unplug or disconnect power to the appliance before starting work to avoid electrical hazards
• Support the door with a second person or a suitable prop before removing the hinge to prevent injury and damage
• Remove hinge fasteners carefully, replace the pin, then reassemble and hand-tighten fasteners before checking alignment
• After installation, verify the door opens/closes smoothly and seals properly; make small hinge adjustments as needed

This lower hinge pin secures the refrigerator door to the cabinet, allowing the door to pivot smoothly and stay aligned. Replaces a worn or damaged hinge pin to restore proper door movement and closing. What it does:

• Acts as the pivot point for the refrigerator door, supporting door weight and rotation
• Helps keep the door aligned to prevent sagging, sticking, or uneven gaps
• Commonly replaced when the pin is bent, worn, or causing noisy/rough door movement
• Works with the lower hinge assembly to maintain a proper door seal and operation

• Installation requires removing the lower hinge or door; follow your model's service instructions
• Support the door while removing/installing hinge hardware to prevent injury or damage
• Use appropriate hand tools; avoid forcing parts or misaligning the hinge pin
• If any hinge housing or mounting hardware is damaged, replace those parts as well for safe operation