Doors Not Closing Properly
What to Check If Your Whirlpool Refrigerator Door is Not Closing Properly
If you are experiencing problems with your Whirlpool refrigerator door shutting, run through the following checklist to ensure it can close properly.
- Are there food packages blocking or preventing the door from closing?
- Are the shelves or bins out of position?
- Is the refrigerator level?
- Are the door gaskets dirty, sticky, or damaged?
- Is the ice bin out of position?
Was Your Refrigerator Recently Installed?
If your refrigerator was recently installed, ensure all packaging has been removed. Some packaging used to avoid damage during shipping could keep the door from closing. Also, if the doors were removed during installation, check to ensure they were installed correctly. Doors that are incorrectly installed may not close or seal properly.
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Is the Vertical-hinged Seal Folded Inward?
French door models have a vertically-hinged seal on the left refrigerator door. The doors can be opened and closed either separately or together. When the left-side door is opened, the hinged seal automatically folds inward so it is out of the way. When both doors are closed, the hinged seal automatically forms a seal between the two doors. If it is folded outward when the door is open, fold it inward by hand before the door is closed.
Is the Refrigerator Level?
If refrigerator doors don't close on their own, it may be because the refrigerator is tilted forward. Adjusting the front of the refrigerator slightly higher than the back will allow the doors to close more easily and with little force. Adjusting the refrigerator's tilt is done by adjusting the leveling screws. For additional information on leveling your refrigerator, please see the Installation Instructions or Owner's Manual. Learn how to use your phone to level household appliances.
NOTE: Your refrigerator doors may not level properly if the floor beneath the refrigerator is not level. Make sure the floor where the refrigerator is to be placed is level.