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. Adjust the spring tension using one of
the following methods depending on how
much adjustment is needed.
If you need to adjust the spring a lot, place
the rear mount in another hole. Place the
spring further forward to reduce the tension
and further back to increase the tension.
If you want to make small adjustments
to the spring, hold the back end with one
hand and turn the forward mount clockwise
or counterclockwise one or more times.
Turn the mount clockwise to increase
spring tension and counterclockwise to
reduce spring tension.
. Replace the back end of the spring by
holding the spring at a right angle to the
side of the dishwasher and pushing the
end of the spring into the hole, then turning
the spring in toward the dishwasher.
. Reattach the front end of the spring by
pulling it up and forward to fasten it in the
mount.
7. Open the door and check the spring
tension again. If necessary, make further
adjustments as above.
Stronger door springs are available for
purchase for dishwashers fitted with a cover
door. Springs are available for various
weights and sizes of door. Door springs can
be purchased from the retailer who sold you
the dishwasher.
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Reduce spring tension
Increase spring tension
Reduce spring tension
Increase spring tension
Step 3. Adjusting the door springs
