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Refrigerator door handles are loose

When your refrigerator door handles are loose, it is typically because they were not installed properly. If your handles are so loose they've fallen off, you may think they're broken, but usually simple installation will get them on properly and keep them from getting loose again.

Instructions for installing or tightening your vertical handles depend on whether they require an Allen wrench or not. If they do, one was provided with your fridge. You can tell the difference by looking for a screw hole near the top of the handle.

Vertical handle with visible screw(s)

Vertical handle with visible screw

Some models have two screws, one at the top and one at the bottom; other models only have a screw at the top.

Use the supplied Allen wrench (size 3/32 inch) to remove the screw(s) and then firmly push up on the handle and pull it towards you. Inspect for any damage to the locking mechanism. If the handle is damaged, it will need to be replaced.
Position the handle back on the mounting studs on the refrigerator and push down firmly to lock the handle into place. Then reinsert the screws and tighten them using the Allen wrench.

If the handle is still loose, visit our Support Center to request service.

Vertical handle without visible screws

Vertical handle without visible screw

Completely remove the loose handle by pushing up firmly then pulling towards you. Inspect for any damage to the locking mechanism. If the handle is damaged, it will need to be replaced.
Position the handle back on the mounting studs on the refrigerator and push down firmly to lock the handle into place.

If the handle is still loose, visit our Support Center to request service.

Horizontal handle

Horizontal handle Horizontal handles (such as those on the freezer of French Door refrigerators) either come preinstalled or can be attached and removed if they have the socket screws in them.

If the horizontal handle does not have the screw for the Allen wrench and is loose, service is required.

Additionally, these handles do not attach directly to the door. Instead, they attach to a spring-loaded plastic mount that helps open the door. If this mount becomes damaged or loose, visit our Support Center to request service.

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