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CHANGING THE DIRECTION OF
DOOR OPENING
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Tools required: socket wrench No. 8, Phillips screwdriver, torx 25, flat screwdriver
The procedure to change the direction of door opening should be carried out by at least
two persons.
1.
Remove the upper hinge cover (A) and the cover from the connector (B1).
2.
Unplug the connector (C), unscrew the upper hinge (D) and remove the upper door (E).
3.
Remove the side panels (F) and (G), then unscrew and remove the middle panel (H).
4.
Move the upper hinge (A) and the connector and cable to the opposite side. Replace
all three panels (F), (G), and (H). Make sure the cable runs through the grooves in the
panels like it did before disassembly.
5.
Then remove the covering plugs (I), unscrew the mid hinge (J) and remove the lower
door (K) from the lower hinge (L).
6.
Tilt the appliance backwards, undo the lower hinge (L) and the foot (M) and install them
on the opposite side. Make sure the washer is installed like it was before disassembly.
7.
Move the door bearings (N) and retainers (S) to the opposite side.
8.
Place the Mid hinge (J) on the lower door (K) and place the lower door on the lower
hinge (L). Fasten the mid hinge (the door should be open while you do this). Do not
forget to place the washers (O) and covering plugs (I) as they were placed before the
disassembly.
9.
Place the upper door (E) on the middle hinge (J). Remove the covering plugs (P) and
(B2). Reconnect the connector (C) and fasten the upper hinge.
10.
Install the over of the upper hinge (A), connector cap (B1), and covering caps (P) and
(B2).
11.
Changing the side of the handle (R): remove the plugs/caps, undo the screws and
fasten the handle on the opposite side.
Place the plugs/caps on the opposite side.
Note:
Step 11 (handle replacement) can be skipped on appliances with integrated
handle.