Whether you need to replace faulty components such as the
inner glass and
door seal, or you simply
want to give your appliance a more thorough clean, it can be incredibly useful to know how to remove your oven door. Luckily, this is usually a
very simple and straightforward process for most ovens, so you won't have to worry about remembering any complicated steps or investing in special equipment. So to find out how to remove and replace your oven door, keep reading:
How to Remove Your Oven Door:
- Make sure that your oven is switched off, disconnecting any power supplies.
- Lower the oven door and inspect the hinge, this will let you know how to lock the hinges in place for removal.
- Lock the hinges in place either by: Turing the screw with a half turn (two-part hinge system), folding the catch over (one part hinge system), fitting a pin into the hole (pin type hinge) or by folding the latch back into the glass (latch over type).
- Once you have locked the clips, place your hands on either side of the oven door, lifting it to a 45-degree angle.
- Grip the sides of the door firmly, then gently lift the door upwards and out of the hinges.
Replacing Your Oven Door:
Once you've successfully removed your oven door and completed your desired application, it should be fairly simple to replace your oven door by following the same steps in reverse:
- First, hold the door at the same angle with your hands at either side, before lowering the hinges into the slots.
- Once the hinges are in place, carefully lower the oven door to horizontal level, so that it's in the same position as when you began removing it.
- Replacing the locking mechanism either by clipping it into place and/or replacing the screws.
- Examine the oven door before closing it, to ensure that it has been successfully reattached.
Remember, if you need to remove your oven door in order to replace it and/or any of its elements, be sure to check out our selection of oven spares to find quality replacements at a great price!
Here's a few extra things you may find when removing your oven door:
- Gloves - These will help you to grip the door whilst also protecting your hands.
- A Phillips-Head Screwdriver - This will come in handy if you need to pry the hinges out of their sockets, or if your hinges are screwed into place.
- Hinge Lubricant - This will help to ease the hinge movement if it has become jammed or is very stiff.
- A Pin or Allen Key - Some oven door hinges come with a hole that allows you to lock the hinges into place for removal.
If you need any further advice on how to remove your oven door, our friendly team of experts are happy to talk you through. Just give us a call on 02920 452 510.
