Adjusting the dishwasher door

When it is necessary

In modern dishwashers, the movement of the door is controlled by a special mechanism that contains springs. This is done, for example, in Siemens dishwashers. It ensures not only its smooth movement and fixation, but also allows it to be stopped in an intermediate position. If the door malfunctions, if you open it slightly, it may close on its own, creating discomfort when loading the dishwasher.

Various breakdowns of this kind more often occur in built-in dishwasher models, for example, from Bosch.

What to do if your dishwasher door won't close

If the cause of the problem is the incorrect placement of dishes and cutlery inside the hopper, you need to rearrange them so that they do not interfere with closing. Also check whether the rollers on which the trays move have come out of the guides. Their incorrect position also becomes an obstacle to closing the door.

If the dishwasher door does not close tightly, check the position of the unit itself with a level. If it is at an angle, straighten it out. The door should take the correct position and close. Check that the machine rests on all four feet. You may need to unscrew some or all of them to get them level. Visually, the machine may stand level, but during operation it vibrates, which gradually causes displacement.

Inspect the rubber seal on the cover. From prolonged use, too hard water, or unsuitable detergents, it could crack, swell, stretch, or, conversely, shrink. If the cuff is deformed, it needs to be replaced. You can do this yourself if you buy suitable rubber at a hardware store. It is better to buy a cuff designed for your brand of car. Universal ones are also available, but they may not be suitable. The seal is simply inserted into the groove instead of the old one. If necessary, it can be trimmed.

You can also try replacing a self-stretched spring or a broken cable in the lid closing mechanism, if they are the cause of the malfunction. These parts are sold in stores or service centers. If the dishwasher model allows you to perform such minor repairs without disassembling its body, you can do it yourself. If not, it is better to call a specialist.

Attention: all repair work must be carried out strictly with the equipment turned off from the network!

Preparing for the adjustment procedure

Before starting work, it is necessary to carry out the appropriate preparation:

It must be remembered that when making adjustments, you must turn off the dishwasher and also disconnect the power cord from the outlet.
If we are talking about a built-in dishwasher, such as Electrolux or another similar one, the unit must be removed from the niche.
Disconnect the hoses that supply water, as well as the drain hoses.
Before starting work, you will need to prepare the tools that will be used.
Before carrying out adjustment work, it is useful to familiarize yourself with the instructions for carrying it out.

When disconnecting from communications, it is important to remember the following:

You need to unplug the dishwasher from the outlet. The wire must be rolled up and hung on a special holder, which is provided in the dishwasher for this purpose.
It is necessary to close the valve, which will turn off the flow of water from the water supply network to the dishwasher.
The water intake hose must be completely disconnected from the dishwasher.
Next, the drain hose is disconnected. After this you need to install a plug.

If a built-in dishwasher model is used, then it is removed from the kitchen furniture set as follows:

First of all, you need to find the fasteners that hold the dishwasher.
Using a Phillips screwdriver, you need to remove the screws that hold the car in the niche.
Next, you need to carefully pull out the car. Typically, the weight of built-in units AEG or others of the same kind does not exceed 50 kg - this makes it possible to move it yourself. In this case, it is necessary to act as carefully as possible.
Before placing the machine on the floor, you need to prepare a place for this and cover the floor so as not to damage it when moving. The dishwasher should be placed in such a way that it is easily accessible from all sides.

To prepare for door adjustment, you will need the following tools:

crosshead screwdriver;
pliers;
hexagon;
you need to prepare a metal cable one and a half millimeters thick.

The Bosch dishwasher door does not lock and falls, how to fix it? Need some repairs?

The dishwasher door is the only moving element that is repeatedly subjected to load from its owner. Opening and closing the door can occur up to several times a day.

Sometimes from 6 to 12 times a day. (usually this is due to the need to additionally load or remove dishes or cutlery. In this case, advanced users simply open the dishwasher after the program has started).

In some cases, this can lead to premature failure of the door fastening and fixing mechanisms. However, breakdowns can occur regardless of the operating conditions of the dishwasher.

Malfunctions associated with improper operation of the dishwasher door

door does not hold (falls) - This malfunction is caused by a breakdown of the mechanism that secures the door in the ajar position.

Also, it reduces the load when opening the door (Especially noticeable on built-in PMMs with a heavy facade) The mechanism itself consists of a cable spring and a sliding mechanism on the left and right sides of the door, respectively.

The operating principle and design are the same in dishwashers of the following brands: Bosch Siemens, Neff, Kuppersbusch and See PHOTO A broken cable leads to the door opening differently. It must be held to prevent it from falling and repairing the fastening loops.

The dishwasher door does not close well - This is the second problem, often associated with broken cables. If the door falls when the locking mechanism breaks, it leads to mechanical damage to the fastening of the door hinges. Also, long-term operation without a holding mechanism. Leads to deformation of the door hinges and the door itself.

Poor closing of the door can affect the operation of the machine itself. Often during operation, some time after starting, the dishwasher stops. In this case, a comprehensive repair of the dishwasher door mechanisms is required.

The dishwasher is leaking underneath the door - This is problem number three, also often associated with broken cables of the locking mechanism and deformation of the hinges and the door itself. Sometimes, in such a situation. The cause of water leaking under the door. There may be a rubber seal.

The door does not latch - this situation most often results from a faulty door lock. If closed abruptly and not carefully, the lock may become unusable. And the next time you try, the door stubbornly refuses to close (snap), in which case repair or replacement with a new one is inevitable.

The dishwasher door squeaks when opening/closing - this indicates wear, improper operation, or the need to lubricate the hinges and locking mechanisms.

Dishwasher door locking mechanism

Scheme of work

Door in closed position	Door half open	Plastic mount
Door hinge	Repair kit mounting option for replacement

How do we repair and what do we offer?

If you need high-quality repairs related to improper operation of the door. If the door does not lock and hold, if the door does not close or closes poorly. And also if you have any other problem with your dishwasher. We will carry out repairs at your home. Fast, Not expensive, and most importantly high quality! Check with your specialist for the cost of repairs for your model!

The fixation mechanism is replacing springs, replacing cables, replacing guides.
Door fastening mechanism. – replacement or repair of door hinges.
Door locking mechanism. – replacing the dishwasher door lock. Adjusting the lock.

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Carrying out work

After the preparatory stage, you can begin making adjustments. Unfortunately, this procedure cannot be completed in a few minutes. In order to do the job efficiently, you will need, in particular, to disassemble the machine and check the condition of the springs.

You need to unscrew the fasteners that hold the right side wall of the car. After this, it must be removed and set aside.
Then you need to detach the top cover. To do this, simply unscrew the screws that hold it in place.
Under the cover you will notice two fasteners from which cables extend. They run down along the right and left sides of the body. The ends of the cables are connected to springs.
There are screws that regulate the tension of the cables. If you twist them in the right way, the opening will become tighter or, on the contrary, more free. The door spring stiffness must be adjusted.
It is possible that one of the cables has broken. In fact, this leads to the fact that the remaining person takes on double the load. In this case, the damaged element, including the spring, will need to be replaced.

In order to carry out the replacement correctly, it will be necessary to perform the following operations:

the screw on which the damaged cable is attached must be loosened slightly;
Using pliers, the fastener must be carefully removed from this screw;
now you need to disconnect the spring from it;
in order to carry out this operation, such an element must be purchased in advance;
then a new, serviceable cable is placed on the spring;
its other end is placed onto the screw using pliers;
after this element is assembled, it is necessary to adjust the tension so that it is optimal;
Now we need to install this cord in its place.

It is possible that the steps performed were able to adjust the door. However, in some cases they may not lead to the desired result. In this situation, repairs continue. Now the following actions are performed:

You have to open the door all the way. Now, holding it with your knee, unscrew the screws that are located around the perimeter of the end.
Now we have to disassemble the door. It should be taken into account that it is made according to the sandwich principle. There are internal and external parts, between which there is a mechanism for opening and closing the door. To see it, remove the inner cover.
During operation, it is necessary to weaken the spring so that the door cannot slam shut.
You need to remove the cover from the cable.
After this, you need to install a new locking mechanism instead of the old faulty one.

It is important to remember that it is not recommended to immediately assemble the door. The point is that you need to ensure the quality of the work. This rule applies to any dishwasher: Beko or other brands.

In order to carry out such a check, you need to hold the cable and spring and see how easy it is to open or close the door. It is also important to make sure that the door is held steady in the middle position. If the door spring adjustments have been made correctly, the door can be reassembled.

Lock installation and repair

It is quite possible to replace the dishwasher door lock yourself; before you begin, buy an original spare part for your machine model. Let's consider the replacement algorithm using the example of a Bosch dishwasher:

The installation begins by opening the machine door and unscrewing the bolts around the perimeter that hold the front panel.
Be careful to hold the door panel with your hands so that it does not fall and pull the wires along with it.
Take a photo of the location of the wires on the lock and disconnect them.
Next, on the top of the door you need to unscrew the two cross bolts that hold the lock.
Take the new lock and screw it in place of the old one.
Connect the wires and assemble the door. The installation of the new lock is complete.

In some cases, you don’t have to buy a new lock, but rather repair the old one. Usually, the retaining “tendrils” of the plastic lock on dishwashers break off. This is how they can be restored. To do this you will need:

metal plate 0.5 mm thick and 4 mm wide;
file;
drill;
two small screws;
a little patience.

Using a file, it is necessary to sharpen the uneven edges of the broken tendrils. And bend a bracket from tin as shown in the photo.

Next, you need to use a drill to make holes with a diameter of 1.5 mm on the sides of the metal plate. On the sides of the lock you need to make holes with a diameter of 1 mm, so that their location coincides with the holes of the plate. We connect the plate and the lock with small self-tapping screws. Now you can install the lock on the door.

Changing the rubber seal

Installing the rubber seal located along the contour of the dishwasher under the door is even easier. Let's look at replacing the rubber band using the Zanussi dishwasher as an example.

First you need to tear off the old rubber band with your hands.
Next, take a rubber band for your dishwasher, which can be purchased at a specialized spare parts store.
Now you need to insert a new rubber band in place of the old one so that it fits tightly into the groove, gradually moving along the perimeter of the body.
If the elastic is too long, you need to cut off the excess with scissors.

What to do if the door does not lock

Very often, after purchasing a new built-in dishwasher, users complain that the door is very difficult to open and does not lock in the open position. However, this is not a reason to panic. In fact, the door will open well only after it is installed and secured to the facade door.

In addition, the machines have spring tension adjustment. In some dishwasher models, for example Samsung, the adjusting bolts are located on the top. There are dishwashers, such as Bosch, that have adjustment bolts on either side of the door at the bottom of the dishwasher.

For your information! The tighter the bolts are tightened, the greater the force required to open the door. Typically, this force ranges from 2.5 to 8.5 kg.

So, the dishwasher door may not close for a number of reasons, one of which is improper installation of the built-in dishwasher. In most cases, this problem can be fixed by yourself. Be patient and follow the instructions.

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1 reader comment

03/10/2018 at 23:58
Specy:
Thanks a lot! Helped save the dishwasher
Answer

Other faults

The most common situations were discussed earlier. However, other damage may occur:

The door leaf falls when opened. This suggests that the most likely cause is a broken cord or a broken spring. In this case, appropriate replacement is carried out.
Sometimes the door does not lock when closed. As a result, the dishwasher does not start working. In such a situation, the dishwasher will show an error code on the display. In this case, it is necessary to take the actions indicated in the instructions for this situation.
If the machine is leaking, one possible reason could be broken cables or a broken spring. When carrying out repairs it is necessary to check them.
If you hear a strong creaking sound when opening or closing the door, this indicates that the hinges need to be lubricated. It may also turn out that they have become faulty. In this case, they need to be replaced.

Although in the situations under consideration, adjusting the door tension can be done independently, but if the dishwasher is under warranty, it is better to contact a service center.

Possible malfunctions of the dishwasher

When the service life of your equipment exceeds five years, you should think about simple wear and tear of parts.
But if the equipment was purchased recently, breakdowns may be caused by the following factors: · Cheap models are often characterized by low-quality parts.

· Heavy contamination of the plates can cause the filters to become clogged, after which water will not flow. Before loading, clean the dishes from food residues.

· Poor cleaning of dishes is possible due to the use of low-quality detergents.

· If the door is not closed tightly, it will become noticeable that the dishwasher is leaking.

· The article may be caused by an incorrect algorithm for loading dishes. You need this: the upper compartment is intended for cups and plates, and large dishes are placed below.

· The door is broken and the dishwasher is not working.