how to check handed fridge handle pedestal mounts
check whether a loose handle has a broken pedestal, a damaged handle or a moving door attachment before selecting parts. A02344811PED supplies four silver mounts: two for the fridge handle and two for the freezer handle; handles and screws are not included.
it is the hollow-handle arrangement with handles on the right and hinges on the left when facing the closed fridge. the kit is handed, not reversible. this guide identifies the mounts, not their release or fastening sequence.
- repair type
- mechanical repair
- difficulty
- easy
scope: keep the exact -L model suffix. support the handle and protect the finish under the assembly instructions. reuse existing screws only if sound; stop for a moving or damaged door attachment.
diy warning
working on appliances can involve mains electricity, water and moving parts. always disconnect power and water before you start. in Australia, gas work must be done by a licensed gasfitter, and fixed (hard-wired) electrical work by a licensed electrician. everything on this site is guidance only, and any repair you carry out is at your own risk. we are not responsible for any damage or injury caused by attempting a repair. if you are not confident, please use a qualified technician.
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steps
- record the full appliance identity
check the complete model, suffix and revision against the product page. preserve the exact -L restriction and any other stated product-code conditions; a similar fridge name is not enough.
- inspect without pulling a loose handle
confirm the handles are hollow and compare the visible pedestal shape and hinge side. do not keep pulling a loose handle. do not loosen the mounts to identify their hidden positions.
- check what needs replacing
a moving or damaged door attachment needs a repairer's assessment; new pedestals alone may not solve it. check that the handles and any existing screws are sound. the four supplied pieces have distinct positions, which must be established from the exact assembly instructions.
- arrange the correct fitting method
obtain the exact handed kit's old-mount release, position diagram and fastening instructions before proceeding, or use a repairer. support the handle and protect the finish during properly instructed work; do not force clips or overtighten fixings. after fitting, the handle must secure without movement at the door attachment.
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