On microwaves that have a door that opens downward torsion springs are used to keep it closed.
Microwave door hinge broken.
Electrolux microwaves have two door hinges.
How to repair a frigidaire microwave door hinge step 1.
If you have detected a leak look for these common causes.
If the door on your microwave oven doesn t appear to close properly you may have a broken torsion spring.
Power off your frigidaire microwave and unplug the unit.
If you suspect a problem contact the oven manufacturer a microwave oven service organization your state health department or the closest fda office emphasis added.
Cracks on the hinges worn areas or cracks on the seal.
One in the top corner and the other in the bottom.
Microwave leaks are often the result of worn or broken elements on the microwave oven s door.
Remove door a pop new rivet in.
Pop the hinge covers if there are any off the door hinges where the door meets the microwave.
If the welding on the just one hinge breaks you might not notice it immediately.
The door is misaligned and poses a risk.
This was on model frigidaire microwave plmv169dcd also under electrolux name.
There are normally a left and right side spring and they are often different sizes.