Refrigerator seal: rules for choosing and replacing sealing gum

How to change the gum on the refrigerator with self-tapping screws

Let's consider how to replace such a seal using the example of the Indesit refrigerator and the equally popular Stinol.

We fasten the screws, pulling the gum.

You will need a pair of flathead screwdrivers, if possible a screwdriver, self-tapping screws 16 mm long with press washers and sharp tips so that you do not have to drill holes. Replacing the gum of the Indesit refrigerator is carried out in the following sequence:

1. Disconnect the unit from the mains. It is better to install a new gum on a removed door in a horizontal position, if it is large. In the case of a small door, dismantling can be dispensed with.
2. After pulling the edge of the seal on the side of the door, a slot appears into which a screwdriver is inserted. When it is carried out along the perimeter, the elastic is released from the mounting foam.
3. The same operation is carried out on the inside of the seal.
4. When removing the elastic, make sure that its edge, tucked under the bar, is completely removed, otherwise it will not be possible to insert a new one.
5. The installation site must be cleaned with a damp cloth from dirt.
6. Finding a native rubber band on the Stinol refrigerator door, like Indesit, is very problematic, so you should find a suitable option.
7. The new gum is placed around the perimeter. Installation starts from the corners. To do this, screwdrivers are inserted on both sides of the corner so that a gap is formed between the door and the plastic casing, into which the tail part of the seal is inserted.
8. Then, using a screwdriver, the sealing gum is installed on the refrigerator around the perimeter of the door.
9. Having shifted the upper part of the seal with an interval of 10-15 cm, the self-tapping screws are screwed in without excessive tightening, otherwise the rubber band will burst.

This is what the finished work looks like.

We change the Atlant refrigerator door seal in the same way. In the absence of a suitable sealant, in particular for older models of the Zil refrigerator, it can be assembled from pieces.To ensure tightness, the joints between them must be coated with glue.

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Sealant replacement: algorithm of actions

So, you have determined that the sealant in the refrigerator has lost its qualities. It should be replaced. Do not worry: with strict adherence to the algorithm of actions described in the article, this work can be easily done with your own hands.

The sequence of actions consists of the preliminary removal of the old gasket. Then you need to clean the surface. And you can install a new gum.

Let's talk about each step in more detail.

Removing the old seal

Before carrying out all work, turn off the refrigerator. Free it from food and place it in a comfortable position. It's best to remove the door. It is better to change the old seal in a horizontal position.

Before installing a new rubber band for sealing, you will need to remove the old one. Usually this action does not cause difficulties. There are three options for attaching it to the edge of the refrigerator door:

• on glue - the most common option;
• in the grooves on the door;
• for screws.

All three mounting options are not difficult to dismantle.

If the old seal is stuck

The sealing gum for the refrigerator, fixed on a layer of glue, can be removed extremely easily. To do this, lift the edge of the elastic band from any angle. You can use the tip of a regular knife or a flathead screwdriver. Then the elastic gradually rises along the entire length.

Remove the old seal carefully, without jerking. This approach will prevent rupture of the material. So, it will reduce the time for cleaning the prepared surface.

Removing the seal from the grooves

When attaching the old gum to the grooves, the dismantling process is also simple. You need to find the edge of the seal. Under it, pry the sharp edge of a knife or flathead screwdriver and pull. All the gum will sequentially come out of the grooves.

Mounting rubber bands on screws

If the old seal was fixed with screws, the process of dismantling it is simplified. It is enough to use a screwdriver.

The old rubber has been removed. Now let's move on to the second step of our algorithm of actions: we clean the freed surface.

Surface cleaning

Why is this step needed? Eliminating the remnants of glue particles, we prepare the most “convenient” and reliable platform for fixing the new seal. After all, a new seal will hold well if its base lies firmly on the surface. And unnecessary elements of the old gum, pollution can do a disservice: they will shorten the life of the new seal.

Remains of old glue can be scraped off with a knife. Be careful not to damage the door surface!

The following aids can be used for cleansing:

• dry brush with long bristles;
• damp sponge and mild detergent;
• acetone - it is used for black removal of adhesive residues;
• white spirit will do an excellent job of cleaning the refrigerator door.

After rinsing, the surface should be dried thoroughly. After all, it is in this case that the fastening of the new seal will be of the highest quality.

Installing a new rubber seal

Your refrigerator is now ready to install the new seal. The process of installing the gum was originally performed by a special unit. And at the same time, significant efforts were made.Therefore, in the process of self-assembly, it is necessary to correctly install the seal and observe the following simple rules:

• preliminary degreasing of the surface. This action is necessary for better adhesion of the material to the refrigerator door. Use the selected degreaser exactly according to the instructions. Different preparations may vary in setting time - keep an eye on this;
• if it is necessary to screw in a new seal, screws of a slightly larger diameter may be required. This is due to the fact that during the operation of the refrigerator, the old bolts are loosened. And the holes under them are getting bigger;
• if you need to put the seal in the groove, then after installation it is recommended to use additional screws. The screw fixing pitch is 10-15 cm. This will prevent the possibility of cold air leakage from the refrigerator;
• it is necessary to give enough time for a firm fixation of the gum. And only after the glue has completely dried, you can turn on the unit in the network and operate it.

The installation process can be called successful if, after installing a new rubber band, there is no tangible passage of cold air from the door. And also the opening of the refrigerator began to be carried out with a visible effort.

Now food storage will become a real pleasure!

How to choose a sealant

Modern sealing tapes are not rubber, but polymer, but they are still called "rubber bands". Double-chamber tapes are most often used, but single-chamber tapes can also be found.

According to the method of fastening, the easiest seal to install is with a groove. This tape is easy to remove to wash or change.

The shape and structure of a part with a groove is indicated by its profile code.For example, if you need an oval edge of the tape, look for a spare part with profiles E1, E3, EA

For a tighter fit of the door, there is a magnetic insert in the seal. Tapes without magnet have profile code C1 or C2. Common P1 and P2 profiles - with a magnet.

If the door does not have a groove, then you will have to use self-tapping screws or glue

They will provide a strong bond, but should be used with care. Self-tapping screws can damage the door, and the glued tape must be cut out at the next replacement

When is a replacement necessary?

It is not always possible to immediately notice a change in the microclimate inside the unit. In order to detect the problem in a timely manner in the future, it is recommended to learn more about the cases in which the sealing gum is replaced in the refrigerator:

• manufacturing defects: defects may not be visible to the naked eye, however, during operation, an increase in temperature in the chamber is noted, which will soon lead to premature spoilage of products, but more often the rubber gasket has significant flaws (loose fit to the refrigerator door, uneven width, etc.);
• cracks appeared on the surface of the rubber seal, which may mean a loss of elasticity of the material and, as a result, a decrease in its functionality;
• the refrigerator Atlant, Indesit, Ariston or a unit of another brand is constantly running, while it is buzzing, helping to cool the chamber, because cold air is leaking, which causes a change in the microclimate inside the device;
• there is always ice on the back wall of the unit, it does not have time to melt, but on this basis it is possible to assume a breakdown only for drip-type models or analogues with the No Frost system;
• given that the refrigerator operates continuously, producing the formation of ice, some of it melts, as a result, the liquid does not have time to be discharged through a special hole, but flows down to the lower shelf or bottom of the chamber;
• icing occurs on the inside of the door, which does not allow the refrigerator to be tightly closed, as a result, the problem is even more aggravated, which means that you need to immediately replace the gum.

Due to the continuous operation of the unit, the engine begins to function intensively. This leads to its overheating, faster wear. Sometimes the problem of insufficient sealing of the elastic material is the cause of engine breakdown, which can be found out after the repair, if the rubber band on the door is not changed in time.

Possible consequences of a malfunction

Violation of the tightness of the unit housing in the closed position can lead to a number of problems:

• the motor is constantly running, while the hum, which should be heard only periodically, is not interrupted, as a result, energy consumption increases, since the required temperature is not maintained inside;
• ice freezes on the walls, on the door;
• a lot of water accumulates inside, which is a consequence of thawing ice;
• products are stored for a short time;
• the temperature sensor breaks down, this happens as a result of constantly turning the unit on and off, because inside the temperature is not low enough, when the refrigerator turns on, the microclimate temporarily normalizes, but soon the temperature regime changes again, which will require constant operation of the sensor;
• the engine fails if the seal in the refrigerator was not replaced in time by Stinol, Ariston, etc.

Approximate cost of seals

The price of this part depends on the brand of the refrigerator, originality and size:

Do a small repair of household appliances by yourself. The main thing is to choose the right spare part and act carefully.

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Replacing the sealing tape

You can offer a step-by-step technology, according to which it is possible to complete everything that is needed, quite quickly and efficiently.

The first step is to turn off the refrigerator from the mains and defrost. It is more convenient to work when the door is removed and lies on the floor or on a table. The rubber seal is inserted into the groove along the edge of the door, it must be hooked with a screwdriver from the edge and carefully pulled out.

Removing the old seal

It is possible that the old seal was glued or secured with screws. The glued one must be torn off or cut off, and then this place should be cleaned and wiped with alcohol. If self-tapping screws were used, then they should simply be unscrewed.

Sealing strip profiles

Magnets are often embedded in the tape. They provide a better fit.

The best installation option is the same as the old tape was installed. If the installation is carried out in a groove, then the new tape should be slightly heated with a hairdryer to increase elasticity. Since the tape is installed at the factory using special equipment, to ensure good sealing during home installation, you can coat the tape with Moment, BF glue or fix it with self-tapping screws in increments of 15 cm. Frost-resistant glue is used for the freezer.

Installing a new tape in the groove

When the glue dries, the door can be put back in place.

After finishing work, you need to check everything: how the door is installed, how the rubber lies on the door, how tightly the door fits to the refrigerator body. If everything is in order, the refrigerator can be turned on.

Modern sealing tapes are actually not rubber, but polymer. In the old fashioned way, they are still called rubber bands. To make them last longer, they should be regularly cleaned of crumbs, wiped and lubricated with silicone grease.

How to determine that there are problems with the seal in the refrigerator

The refrigerator often turns on and off, condensation forms on the internal surfaces, snow build-up, food began to deteriorate faster - these are the first "bells" that it's time to sound the alarm. Initially, you need to inspect the rubber gasket installed on the inside of the door.

Over time, the seal becomes less elastic and cracks.

Before thinking about how to change the gum on the refrigerator, you need to understand the true cause of the snow or ice buildup. To do this, it is advisable to conduct a visual inspection of the equipment. It happens that excessive ingress of warm air into the installation from the kitchen is associated with domestic factors:

• Loose fasteners
• Sagging of the door due to overload of the shelves located on it
• The machine is placed on an uneven surface such as a long pile carpet
• Tight closing is prevented by a foreign object: the handle of a pot or pan, not fully retracted section for storing vegetables.

The rubber band ensures the tightness of the refrigerator.

If after inspection it was not possible to identify a malfunction, it is required to test the door for tightness.According to the rules, when closing, it seems to stick to the body.

The function of the seal is that when closing the refrigerator door fits snugly against the body.

You can do this at home. You will need a thin sheet of paper. It must be placed between the unit and its door. The paper should not easily pull out when pulled on its edge, nor should it move up / down. The sheet moves freely, it's time to take up the tool and start repairing.

In some cases, the problem can be recognized visually: you can see that the sealing gum is cracked, does not fit snugly against the door, there are defects on it.

Another effective method to find the gap is to use a flashlight. If there is a gap/slots, a gap will be visible between the seal and the housing.

For modern refrigerators, seals are made from polymers.

How to replace

For work you will need:

• directly sealant;
• spatula (to remove old glue);
• self-tapping screws, if it was decided to fix the elastic strip mechanically;
• hot water, building hair dryer.

You can change the seal on the refrigerator Indesit, Ardo or another brand at any time, which means that you first need to try to remove the defect using a heat source. To do this, use hot water or a building hair dryer. The last of the options helps to remove small irregularities, due to which cracks form. To implement it, it is necessary to heat the deformed area with a building hair dryer. Then hands give the desired shape to the polymer material and press the door to the refrigerator body. When the strip cools down, it will flatten out.

To do this, the seal must be removed.It is completely immersed in water. In this case, the polymer material is heated, which allows you to change its shape. Then it is installed in place. However, in this case there is a risk of more severe damage to the strip, since in a heated state it can be deformed in other places

It is important to spread the material along its entire length

Removing the old seal

The refrigerator door gum is replaced after the unit has been disconnected from the voltage source. It is recommended to work when the chamber is empty. If there is ice on the door, you need to wait until it melts. Work is best done in a horizontal plane. To do this, remove the door from the hinges. If this is not possible, you will have to mount in a vertical plane. In this case, there is a risk of reducing the quality of the installation.

When the seal is fixed in the groove, it is not necessary to use tools to dismantle it. It is enough to bend the strip with your finger, pull its upper part towards you. In most cases, the seal will release easily enough from the groove. However, due to prolonged use, it could stick to the surface of the door. Then use a screwdriver. It must be placed perpendicular to the seal. The screwdriver must be between the edge of the panel and the elastic band. This will allow you to pick up the seal and quickly pull it out with your hands.

If the elastic material is fixed on the surface of the panel with self-tapping screws, a screwdriver is used for dismantling. When the seal is attached with glue, it is necessary not only to remove the strip, but also to ensure that the surface where it was located is clean. Remove the remnants of the adhesive composition, pieces of polymer material.This will ensure a tight fit of the strip.

Installation

The seal is placed in the same area where the old elastic tape was located. To do this, use a screwdriver, but it is better to do everything with your fingers without using the tool, since in this case the risk of damage to the material increases. The sealant is tucked into the groove with the side where the herringbone-shaped mount is located. It is necessary to straighten the strip across the entire width.

If it was not possible to find a suitable product, the replacement of the seal in the Stinol, Ariston refrigerator and units of other brands is carried out using a product of a different type, but using self-tapping screws and glue.

When fasteners are used, it should be borne in mind that in this case it is not always possible to ensure the tightness of the structure. The recommended spacing of the screws when installing the seal is no more than 15 cm. If you plan to use glue, you must first degrease the surface in the area where the composition will be applied. This measure will help increase the adhesion of materials.

How to determine if the refrigerator seal is damaged

The seal is needed so that the refrigerator closes hermetically. If the gum bursts or crumbles in places, the door moves away, and air enters the refrigerator from the room. The compressor runs continuously and ice forms on the back wall.

A sheet of paper will help determine the malfunction of the seal. It is necessary to close the door by holding the sheet. If it can be freely removed, the rubber band does not fulfill its function, it must be changed. Do this test several times, pinching the paper in different places.

If there is a gap between the door and the refrigerator compartment, and the seal is not damaged, you need to adjust the door.

Signs of problems with a seal in a Liebherr refrigerator

Sometimes a simple inspection cannot determine that the gasket has broken. But there are a number of signs by which it is easy to understand that it is time to think about a replacement.

Food spoils faster than before. If you've noticed lately that you've been throwing away your milk cartons before you've had time to finish your milk, or your tomatoes are rotting in a matter of days, chances are your technique isn't working as it should.
An ice or snow coat freezes on the back wall. A working moisture intake system does not provide for the formation of ice at all. If the condensate has time to freeze and not drain into the drain hole, this is a sure sign that the door is not in order.
The door closes tightly. Often, rubber is torn or deformed not over the entire area, but only in one place. If you notice that the tape does not fit completely in the lower corner of the door or somewhere else, it is still better to replace or repair it.
The motor runs without interruption

The constant noise of the compressor may draw your attention. Don't ignore this, especially with older Liebherr and Atlant models.
There is a constant puddle under the bottom drawers and under the body

This suggests that more condensate is being formed than the drainage system is able to remove. Excess water flows down.

Often, users pay attention to damage only if they find noticeable damage or tear it themselves. However, rubber bands fail most often for natural reasons: they tan over time due to temperature changes, wear out due to contact with grease and moisture.

Therefore, check their serviceability regularly and at least once a year.

Why is it necessary to change a faulty sealing gum?

The seal is an important element of the refrigerator, due to which the tightness of the food storage chambers and the tightness of the doors of the unit to its body are ensured.

If the sealing gum loses its qualities, then gaps form. Through them, air enters the refrigerator, which has a higher temperature than that maintained inside the storage chamber. The unit itself can simply break down over time due to compressor overvoltage. After all, in this case, he begins to work for wear and tear.

Specialists of servicing service companies note that most of the malfunctions are associated precisely with leakage of seals. Untimely diagnosis of the problem can lead to serious problems in the operation of the refrigerator.

Warm air enters the gap formed due to defects in the seal. It contains water vapor, which, when cooled in the form of condensate, will settle on the walls of the chambers and, subsequently, turn into ice. Over time, its layer will increase.

Timely diagnosis of the problem will eliminate the need to shell out more money for expensive compressor repairs, call specialists or take the refrigerator to a service center. You can replace yourselfwithout resorting to professionals

This approach will significantly reduce the cost of repairs, which is also important. The main thing is to choose the right seal, as well as install it on the door

After work

Replacing the old seal in the refrigerator is a simple task for an experienced craftsman

However, it is important to know how to care for your household appliance in order to avoid repeated breakdowns.

• Compliance with the defrost schedule (for older models);
• Periodic check of components and parts for rotting, unpleasant odor, crumbling;
• Avoid overheating or hypothermia (especially important for equipment that is not currently in use, but stored in a warehouse or garage.

By following these simple rules, you can avoid the need for repairs and extend the life of your equipment.

It is important to note that a huge amount of cold escapes through the slots in the seal, which adversely affects the quality of the products and makes the refrigerator work in an enhanced mode. This is detrimental to his resource.

Even a small gap in which the corner of an A4 sheet can freely pass is a potential problem and has a bad effect on work.

Removing the old seal

Replacing the sealing gum on the refrigerator begins with the removal of the old rubber. To do this, the refrigerator is turned off, the products are removed, and the door itself can be removed for convenience, if the design allows it, and placed horizontally. The further dismantling procedure will be slightly different depending on how the sealing rubber is attached.

1. In the case of fastening the seal on the door to the groove, its edge must be pulled back, insert a flat screwdriver into the slot and, prying the material with it, pull it out of the groove, trying not to tear it.
2. If the old seal is glued, it is also carefully pry around the entire perimeter with a screwdriver or spatula.
3. It is even easier with screws - they only need to be unscrewed.

Next, the surface must be cleaned of dust and debris with a damp cloth, and all glue residues, small adherent particles of the rubber itself, etc. must be wiped off.Glue is perfectly removed with acetone, and it is better to wipe the door clean with acrylic paint thinner or white spirit.

Symptoms of leakage

As a result of a constant influx of air from the outside in the chambers, the following is observed:

1. Lack of cold in the cells.
2. Constant formation of frost on the back wall of the refrigerator compartment. This is facilitated by the moisture contained in the incoming air.
3. The appearance of condensation on the bottom shelf.
4. Rapid ice buildup in the freezer.
5. Door frosting.

The listed signs do not always appear due to damaged gum, but also when the door is skewed due to loosening of the bracket fasteners. Therefore, you first need to check them and, after adjustment, securely fasten them. If no visible cracks are found during inspection, the tightness of the gum is checked using a paper strip 1.5-2 cm wide.

It is placed between the body and the door, if there is no gap, the strip will be firmly clamped. In damaged areas, it moves freely. The fit can also be checked with a flashlight placed inside the chamber. In a darkened room, all the gaps will be visible.

The new rubber on the door looks like this.

Which gum is better to choose for replacement

On the market you can find products with one or two cylinders. As a rule, a magnet is located in the second cylinder to ensure a snug fit of the door to the refrigerator body. On sale there are also old options made of rubber. Modern seals are made of polyvinyl chloride. There are several ways to fasten it: either placing it in a special recess (groove), or fixing it using glue, screws.

The first method makes it easy to install and remove while washing the refrigerator, the second gives the risk of damage and makes it difficult to replace it again (in the case of using glue).

Any refrigerator model has its own requirements for the design of the insulating unit. If the new sealing element is not selected correctly, protection will not be provided at the proper level. In addition, the pressure from the closed door, falling at the wrong angle and having different strengths, leads to deformation and subsequent cracking of the product. It is worth remembering that whatever the sealant, as it is used, it loses its elasticity.

Symptoms of gum disease

This element, which keeps the cold inside the unit, is subjected to daily and rather serious loads, because the doors of the device are opened almost countless times daily. Therefore, the seal is the weak link of any refrigerator. Sooner or later, but the owners are faced with one of the problems in the operation of the unit. But other nodes are often blamed for its incorrect operation.

Clear signs

To understand that the sealing gum needs to be replaced, you need to learn about the signs that indicate its inoperability. There are several symptoms.

1. The almost non-stop operation of the device, or short pauses, indicate that the compressor is forced to work “for wear” due to the incessant flow of warm air.
2. An unusually high temperature inside the refrigerator is the second clear sign. In this case, the heat gain is small, but the power of the device is only enough to maintain the upper setpoint.
3. Condensation, frost, "fur coat", regularly formed on the back wall inside the chamber.This is a symptom of damaged sealing rubber for refrigerators of any type, including No Frost, Full no Frost, etc.
4. Continuous melting of a snow coat under the influence of warm air. This process is accompanied by the outflow of water down, its accumulation near the drainage hole, overflow to the bottom of the device.
5. Significant reduction in product shelf life. Their rapid deterioration is the last symptom indicating that the rubber gasket has become unusable.
6. The absence of a "pronounced suction" of the door to the chamber of the device is the most obvious evidence of an existing problem.

Now we need to talk about ice, a snow coat. They are not always a sign of poor performance of the sealing rubber. Often the reason is in another unfavorable condition - high humidity in the house and in the chamber, low temperature in it, etc. However, if there is at least one of the signs described (or several at once), then it is most logical to suspect the wear of this element.

To make sure that the rubber seal is the source of trouble, it is recommended to conduct a simple test. It is similar to the one used to check the tightness of plastic window sashes. From a sheet of thin paper, a strip is cut out, the width of which is several centimeters. Then it is applied perpendicular to the side of the door, and the refrigerator is closed.

Then they try to pull out the paper. In the same way, adjacent sections are tested, then the entire perimeter of the seal. For two-chamber models, the rubber of both chambers is checked - refrigerating and freezing. If the strip does not hold tightly, then we can conclude that it is the sealant that is to blame for the troubles of the device.

Random Trouble

Sometimes the check does not bring disappointing results. And in this case, the fault may not lie on the seal, but on a loosely fitting door. Then the problem can be suspected of simple household factors and not very serious design defects. For example:

• hindrance - fasteners that loosened a little over time;
• sagging of the door, this happens if it is constantly and heavily loaded with products;
• the unit is installed on a surface that is not completely flat: for example, a carpet with a long pile interferes with the correct location.

The simplest, easily eliminated reason is the handle of a dish. Sometimes it becomes an obstacle to tightly closing the refrigerator. The vegetable drawer also falls into this category if it is not fully retracted. If a careful examination of the refrigerator and its chambers did not give results, then, with a high degree of probability, it is the sealant that is to blame for the problem.

Possible causes of refrigerator leakage

Some time after operation, the refrigerator seal naturally loses its elasticity and becomes unusable.

The main possible reasons for the violation of the tightness of the refrigerator include the following defects:

1. Refrigerator hinges are worn out or require lubrication. The presence of such a problem is indicated by a creak when opening or closing the door. You can fix it with the help of universal grease or machine oil, which can be purchased at any hardware store in Moscow and other cities. It is recommended to loosen the door fastening screws and lubricate their axles with oil through a syringe.
2. The spacer piece is worn out. A defect, which is typical for older models of refrigerators, is signaled by the displacement of the door down.To restore the tightness, it is necessary to replace the spacer, which is located between the body and the door.
3. Uneven refrigerator. To correct the defect, it is necessary to align the technique by placing paper folded several times under it, or by twisting the legs.
4. The door sensor does not work. The sensor, which is installed in most modern refrigerator models, beeps if the door is open for more than 40-50 seconds. When the device fails, it makes a sound even when the door is closed. If, after checking the refrigerator for leaks, no additional defects are found, the sensor needs to be repaired.
5. Sealant wear. If the owner of the refrigerator does not wash the rubber band in time, it becomes clogged with grease, dust, dirt and food particles that do not allow the door to fit snugly against the refrigerator. From the temperature difference and getting wet, the gum hardens, turns yellow, and becomes covered with cracks. If the door opens too abruptly and closes with a bang, the sealing element will certainly be damaged. Open the door by holding the handle, not the rubber itself.