Cooking Products Service Manual
Original July, 1996 | 4321891 |
© 1996 Whirlpool Corporation | Page |
REMOVING A HINGE ASSEMBLY
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect from electrical supply before servic- ing unit.
Failure to do so could result in death or electri- cal shock.
CAUTION: When you work on the gas range, be careful when handling the sheet metal parts. Sharp edges may be present, and you can cut yourself if you are not careful.
1.Turn off the gas to the range and disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
2.Remove the oven door (see page
3.Remove the door handle, top trim, and outer door glass from the oven door (see page
4.Position the oven door with the hinge assem- bly arms facing up.
5.Remove the
CAUTION: Personal Injury
6.On the hinge assembly that you wish to re- move, place the bottom of your shoe against the end of the hinge , and move it just enough to remove the pin, then slowly allow the spring to move the hinge back to the “broil stop” position, and leave it there. IMPORTANT: Be careful not to disturb the arm when you re- move the hinge assembly on the next page.
HINGE PIN
LOCATION
HINGE IN “CLOSED” POSITION
HINGE PIN
LOCATION
HINGE IN “BROIL STOP” POSITION