If your Amana refrigerator door handle is loose, or the door won’t close completely, this article is for you. Today, we will look at Amana refrigerator door problems and show you how to fix them.
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How To Remove Amana Refrigerator Door
Below, we have listed the steps you need to follow in order to remove your Amana refrigerator door…
Step 1: Unplug the refrigerator’s power cord from the outlet.
Step 2: Get a Philips head screwdriver.
Step 3: Using the Philips head screwdriver, take out the screw which holds the hinge plate cover in place. The cover is on the top of the refrigerator on the right side.
Step 4: Set the cover aside and get a 5/16th inch nut driver.
Step 5: Using the 5/16th inch nut driver, take out the three screws which hold the hinge plate in place.
Step 6: Set the hinge plate aside.
Step 7: Carefully open the door to a 45 degree angle. Make sure to support the bottom of the door as you do this.
Step 8: Lift the door up and remove it from the refrigerator.
Step 9: To reinstall the door, lift it up and position the bottom on the hinge plate.
Step 10: Shut the door.
Step 11: Reposition the hinge plate on the top of the refrigerator.
Step 12: Secure the hinge plate using the three screws.
Step 13: Return the hinge plate cover and hold it in place using the Philips head screwdriver.
Step 14: Plug the refrigerator’s power cord back into the outlet.
How To Take Doors Off Amana Refrigerator
Follow these steps to take off your Amana refrigerator doors…
Step 1: First disconnect the power to the refrigerator by unplugging the power cord from the outlet.
Step 2: You will need to remove the hinge plate in order to remove the door. The hinge plate cover is located on the top of the refrigerator on the right side. It is held in place with one screw. Take out this screw using a Philips head screwdriver.
Step 3: Remove the hinge plate cover.
Step 4: Using a 3/16th inch hex key wrench, take out the two screws which hold the hinge cover in place.
Step 5: Remove the hinge plate cover.
Step 6: Open the door a bit while supporting the bottom.
Step 7: Lift the door off and set it aside on a sturdy cloth lined surface.
Step 8: To remove the left door, take out the Philips head screw which holds the hinge plate cover. The cover is on the top of the refrigerator as well.
Step 9: Next, you will need to disconnect the dispenser water tubing. To do this, press the outer rim of the fitting and pull out the tubing. If that doesn’t work, lift the waterline clip up, then pull out the tube.
Step 10: Disconnect the wire harness connected to the door as well.
Step 11: Using a 3/16th inch hex key wrench, take out the two screws which hold the hinge plate in place.
Step 12: Open the door partially while making sure to support the bottom. You may need two people for this.
Step 13: Lift the door off and set it on a sturdy surface lined with a cloth.
To reinstall the two doors, follow these steps…
Step 1: Lift the left door and position it on the bottom hinge plate then shut it.
Step 2: Return the two screws which hold the hinge plate in place. Make sure to have someone supporting the door as you return the screws.
Step 3: Reconnect the wire harness to the door.
Step 4: Push the water tubing back in. If there is a waterline clip, push it down.
Step 5: Return the hinge plate cover and hold it in place with the Philips head screw.
Step 6: Lift the door and position it on the bottom hinge plate.
Step 7: Shut the door.
Step 8: Support the door as you return the two screws which hold the top hinge plate in place.
Step 9: Return the cover and hold it in place with the Philips head screw.
Step 10: Reconnect the power to the refrigerator by plugging the power cord back into the outlet.
How To Remove Amana Freezer Drawer Door
Follow the steps listed below to remove the door of your Amana freezer drawer…
Step 1: Before you start, make sure to disconnect the power to the refrigerator by unplugging the power cord from the outlet.
Step 2: Pull the freezer door till it can’t go any further.
Step 3: Get a flat blade screwdriver.
Step 4: Using the flat blade screwdriver, take out the screws which hold the drawer glides to the door. There is one screw on the left and one on the right side of the door.
Step 5: Once you have taken out the screws, lift the door up and remove.
To reinstall the door, follow these steps…
Step 1: Lift the door up and position it on the drawer glides.
Step 2: Return the two screws which hold the door to the glides
Step 3: Push the drawer closed.
Step 4: Plug the refrigerator’s power cord back into the outlet.
The video below will give you a visual of how to remove your Amana freezer drawer door.
How To Remove Amana Refrigerator Door Handle
Follow the steps listed below to remove your Amana refrigerator door handle…
Step 1: Disconnect the power from the refrigerator by unplugging the power cord from the outlet.
Step 2: Get an Alan wrench.
Step 3: Using the Alan wrench, take out the two screws which hold the door handle in place.
Step 4: Remove the door handle from the refrigerator.
To reinstall the door handle, follow these steps…
Step 1: Get the door handle.
Step 2: Position the handle on the refrigerator.
Step 3: Push the handle on the refrigerator and return the two screws to secure it.
Step 4: Plug the refrigerator’s power cord back into the outlet.
Amana Bottom Freezer Door Handle Loose — What To Do
If your Amana freezer door handle is loose, replacing it would be the best option. Below, we have listed the steps you need to follow in order to replace your Amana freezer door handle…
Step 1: As always, make sure to unplug the power cord from the outlet for safety.
Step 2: Next, get an Alan wrench.
Step 3: To prevent the wrench from scratching the freezer door, make sure to place some protective tape directly below the handle.
Step 4: Using the Alana wrench, take out the two screws which hold the handle in place by turning them counterclockwise. The screws are located underneath the handle.
Step 5: Lift the handle off and get a replacement.
Step 6: Position the new handle on the door and hold it in place with the screws.
Step 7: Peel off the tape on the door.
Step 8: Plug the freezer’s power cord back into the outlet.
The video below will show you how to replace the door handle of your Amana bottom freezer.
If the steps above for replacing the door handle don’t work on your Amana freezer model, follow the steps listed below…
Step 1: First, unplug the freezer’s power cord from the outlet for safety. You could also switch the circuit breaker off.
Step 2: Open the door of the freezer.
Step 3: Get a flat blade screwdriver.
Step 4: Using the flat blade screwdriver, carefully pry off the plastic cover on top of the freezer door.
Step 5: Once you remove the cover, you will see two screws which secure the door handle. Take out these two screws using a Philips head screwdriver.
Step 6: Remove the door handle.
Step 7: Get a new handle for your Amana freezer.
Step 8: Position the handle on the freezer.
Step 9: Hold the door handle in place using the Philips head screws.
Step 10: Shut the door of the freezer.
If you would like a visual of how to replace your Amana freezer door handle, watch the video below.
How To Replace Amana Refrigerator Door Gasket
To replace your Amana refrigerator door gasket, follow these steps…
Step 1: First, make sure to unplug the refrigerator’s power cord from the outlet.
Step 2: Open the door of the refrigerator.
Step 3: The gasket is around the door frame. Pull out each corner of the gasket to detach.
Step 4: Get a new Amana refrigerator door gasket.
Step 5: Once you have the new door gasket, line it up on the door frame.
Step 6: Push the gasket into place.
Step 7: Once the gasket has been fully installed, shut the door of the refrigerator.
Step 8: Plug the power cord back into the outlet.
The video below will give you a visual of how to replace an Amana refrigerator door gasket.
If the steps above for replacing an Amana refrigerator door gasket don’t work for you, follow the steps listed below…
Step 1: Unplug the refrigerator’s power cord from the outlet.
Step 2: Lift off the hinge plate cover on the top right of the refrigerator.
Step 3: Use a 5/16th inch nut driver to take out the three screws which hold the hinge plate in place.
Step 4: Remove the hinge plate.
Step 5: Open the freezer door slightly then lift it off.
Step 6: Set the door aside on a cloth lined surface.
Step 7: Before proceeding, make sure that there isn’t any food on the shelves of the door.
Step 8: Next, remove the plastic cover on the fridge door. This plastic piece covers the nut which holds the refrigerator door in place.
Step 9: Using a 9/32 inch socket, take out the nut which holds the door in place.
Step 10: Remove the plastic spacers then open the door slightly. Make sure to support the door while you open it.
Step 11: Lift the door off then set it on a sturdy surface lined with a cloth.
Step 12: Take out the hex head screws around the door frame and set them aside.
Step 13: Next, lift the inner panel of the door and peel the gasket off the frame.
Step 14: Get a new Amana refrigerator door gasket.
Step 15: Position the new gasket on the door frame and push into place.
Step 16: Return the hex head screws.
Step 17: Lift the door and position it on the hinge plates.
Step 18: Shut the door and return the spacers. Make sure to support the door while doing this.
Step 19: Return the nut which holds the door in place.
Step 20: Lift the freezer door and position it on the hinge plates.
Step 21: Shut the door.
Step 22: Reposition the hinge plate and return the screws securing it to the door.
Step 23: Push the hinge plate cover back into place.
Step 24: Plug the power cord back into the outlet.
Watch the video below for a visual of how to replace an Amana refrigerator door gasket.
How To Adjust The Doors On An Amana Side By Side Refrigerator
Below, we have listed the steps you need to follow in order to adjust your Amana refrigerator doors…
Step 1: First, disconnect the power from the refrigerator by unplugging the power cord from the outlet or switching the circuit breaker off.
Step 2: Open the doors of the refrigerator to a 90 degree angle.
Step 3: Get a Philips head screwdriver.
Step 4: Using the screwdriver, take out the screws which hold the grille at the base of the refrigerator in place. There are two screws.
Step 5: Grip the sides of the grille then pull forward to remove.
Step 6: Close the doors of the refrigerator.
Step 7: Get a 1/4 inch open ended wrench.
Step 8: There are two leveling feet on the bottom corners of the refrigerator which will need to be adjusted. To do this, have someone push on the top of the refrigerator to take off some weight from the feet.
Step 9: Turn the left leveling foot clockwise using the wrench. Do this till the it makes firm and steady contact with the floor.
Step 10: Do the same with the other foot on the right.
Step 11: Once the feet are firmly planted on the floor, adjust each side as required in order to get the refrigerator’s doors leveled. Do this by turning each foot to the left raise, or to the right to lower.
Step 12: Note that the doors may not be on the same level when you load it with food. If that happens, Get a 5/16th inch open ended wrench.
Step 13: There is an alignment screw underneath the fridge on the right corner. Use the 5/16th inch open ended wrench to turn the screw to the left to lower the door, or to the right in order to raise it.
Step 14: Open the doors of the refrigerator to a 90 degree angle.
Step 15: Reposition the grille on the bottom of the refrigerator.
Step 16: Return the two Philips head screws which hold the base grille in place.
Step 17: Shut the doors of the refrigerator.
Step 18: Plug the power cord back into the outlet.
Watch the video below for a visual of how to adjust Amana refrigerator doors.
Amana Refrigerator Door Handle Loose — What To Do
If your Amana refrigerator door handle is loose, it may be because a part of it is cracked or broken. In a case like this, the best thing to do is replace it. Below, we have listed the steps you need to follow in order to replace your Amana refrigerator door handle…
Step 1: Before you start the repair, make sure to disconnect the power to the refrigerator. Do this by switching the circuit breaker off or unplugging the power cord from the outlet.
Step 2: Next, get a plastic putty knife.
Step 3: There is a cap on the end of the door handle. Using the plastic putty knife, push the end cap down to detach.
Step 4: Get a Philips head screwdriver.
Step 5: Using the Philips head screwdriver, take out the screw on the door handle.
Step 6: Open the door of the refrigerator.
Step 7: There should be two other screws holding the door handle in place. Take out the other screws using the Philips head screwdriver.
Step 8: Remove the door handle.
Step 9: Get a new Amana refrigerator door handle.
Step 10: Position the new handle on the refrigerator door.
Step 11: Return the two screws at the top of the door which hold the handle in place.
Step 12: Shut the door of the refrigerator.
Step 13: Return the other screw which holds the door handle in place.
Step 14: Slide the cap back onto the end of the door handle.
Step 15: Plug the refrigerator’s power cord back in or switch the circuit breaker back on.
Watch the video below for a visual of how to replace your Amana refrigerator door handle.
How To Replace Amana Lower Freezer Door Seal
Below, we have listed the steps you need to follow in order to replace your Amana lower freezer door seal…
Step 1: Before you start, unplug the freezer’s power cord.
Step 2: Open the door of the freezer.
Step 3: If there is anything on the freezer door shelves, remove them.
Step 4: Underneath the gasket, there are screws you need to remove. There are about 23 of them. Lift the gasket a bit to gain access to the screws.
Step 5: Then, take out all the screws.
Step 6: Once you have taken out the screws, remove the inner door panel and gasket.
Step 7: Get a new gasket for your Amana freezer.
Step 8: Lift the inner door panel and reposition it on the door.
Step 9: Return only four of the screws which hold the inner panel in place. There should be one on each side.
Step 10: Position the new gasket on the door frame and push it into place.
Step 11: Pull each edge of the gasket and return the remaining screws to secure the inner door panel to the outer door.
Step 12: Once you have returned all the screws, make sure to push the gasket in properly.
Step 13: Shut the door of the freezer.
Step 14: Plug the power cord back into the outlet.
Watch the video below for a visual of how to replace an Amana freezer door seal or gasket.
Amana Top Freezer Opens When Other Door Is Shut — What To Do
If your Amana freezer pops open when you shut the other door, there may be some debris stuck in the gasket. Gently pull the gasket or seal, and remove any debris stuck inside. If the gasket is old, it may need to be replaced to stop the freezer from popping open every time the other door is shut. Read the section directly above this to learn how to replace the gasket or seal of your amana freezer door.
Amana Fridge Ice Door Keeps Opening And Closing On Its Own — How To Fix
If your Amana fridge ice door keeps opening and closing on its own, the high control board as most likely failed. Follow the steps listed below to replace the high voltage control board in an Amana refrigerator…
Step 1: Before you begin, make sure you have unplugged the refrigerator’s power cord from the outlet or switch the circuit breaker off.
Step 2: Carefully pull the refrigerator away from the wall in order to access the rear.
Step 3: Get a quarter inch nut driver and go the refrigerator’s rear.
Step 4: There is a metal plate on the left side of the refrigerator’s rear. Take out the four screws which hold it in place using the quarter inch nut driver.
Step 5: Remove the metal plate and set it aside.
Step 6: Get a flat blade screwdriver.
Step 7: Use the screwdriver to push in the tab on the right which holds the plastic cover in place.
Step 8: Disconnect the four wire connectors from the high voltage control board.
Step 9: Use the flat blade screwdriver to push back on the tabs which secure the control board.
Step 10: While doing this, remove the control board.
Step 11: Closely inspect the board for any burns or cracks. If the board is damaged in any way, it should be replaced.
Step 12: Get a new board and position it on the refrigerator’s rear.
Step 13: Carefully push the board into place and connect the wire plugs to it.
Step 14: Insert the two tabs on the left side of the plastic cover into the slots, then push into place.
Step 15: Reposition the metal plate and hold it in place using the four screws.
Step 16: Push the refrigerator back into place.
Step 17: Plug the power cord back into the outlet or switch the circuit breaker back on.
The video below will show you how to replace the high voltage control board in an Amana refrigerator.
Amana Refrigerator Door FAQ
Why Is My Amana Freezer Hot On The Door’s Edge?
Despite what you might think, this is normal. While the freezer is on, warm liquid is circulated around the freezer’s front edge by the sealed system. This helps prevent condensation or moisture from forming on the freezer’s exterior.