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Steam seems to be escaping around the top of the door seal. As a result, condensation is forming and dripping down the side of the unit onto the floor. If I push the door in tighter it stops leaking, and the unit is also a lot quieter. The latch does not seem to be adjustable. Is it likely I just need a new door seal? Thank you!
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I should probably mention, this is a dishwasher. :(
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:mad: ^ Thanks for nothing.
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You may not have received a reply because no one has run into this problem on this particular machine.
You should be able to tell if it needs replacing just by looking at and feeling it.
Check it at the bottom, check it at the top if they are the same it is probably OK since it is sealing OK at the bottom. Check that it is not brittle.
Other than that all I can suggest is open it up and check for signs of wear/breakage, as I have no experience with this unit. |
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Thanks denman. My sarcasm was solely directed at the spammer, not the lack of responses. I appreciate this forum being available.
The seal goes across the top and down both sides. Towards the bottom of the sides the seal is creased tightly where the door seals against it. Across the top the seal is only slightly depressed. It really seems like the seal needs to be thicker, or the door latch needs to be further back. Unfortunately the latch can't be adjusted back. I'd have to modify it. Truthfully, half of the other Frigidaire appliances I bought at the same time have crapped out. I'll definitely avoid them in the future. :mad:
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If you are confident the seal is OK then perhaps a modification is in order or as I fondly call it a jiggery pokery. After all you have nothing to loose.
Check anything on the latch which is soft plastic perhaps a round hole is now over time an elongated hole. Probably would not take much and you may not be able to see it, if it is under a screw head.
The distance from the top and the bottom of the door to the frame should be the same when latched.
Also check your spray arms to make sure a hole is not partially clogged or something else that is directing the water at the door at a weird angle and causing the leak. Have heard of this happening but only at the bottom of the door. |
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I noticed this recently as the dishwasher has been louder and we noticed the smell coming from the dishwasher that was not there previously. Have you come up with a solution? I ordered a replacement tub gasket seal and it should be here tomorrow. I wonder if the actually handle is worn out. I'll keep you posted, let me know if you find anything on your end.
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