Removing A Hinge Assembly - Whirlpool SF3000SE W Service Manual

WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect from electrical supply before servic-
ing unit.
Failure to do so could result in death or electrical
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 1-24 for the
procedure).
3. Remove the door handle, top trim, and outer
door glass from the oven door (see page
3-27).
4. Position the oven door with the hinge assem-
bly arms facing up.
5. Remove the flat-head screws from the bottom
trim and remove the trim from the oven door.
CAUTION: Personal Injury Hazard — The hinge
assembly arms are spring-loaded and can snap
back when the arm pins are removed. Keep your
fingers clear of the space between the oven door
liner and the arms when you perform the following
steps.

REMOVING A HINGE ASSEMBLY

Cooking Products Service Manual
Original July, 1996
© 1996 Whirlpool Corporation
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 IN "CLOSED" POSITION
HINGE IN "BROIL STOP" POSITION
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HINGE PIN
LOCATION
HINGE PIN
LOCATION