Do you want to learn how to install your Tappan oven door or does your Tappan oven door not close properly? In this article, we will look at Tappan oven door problems and show you how to fix them.
Tappan Oven Door Won’t Close Properly — Causes And Solutions
Below, we have listed the possible reasons why your Tappan oven door won’t close properly and what to do about them.
1. Door Hinges
Faulty door hinges are the most likely reason why your Tappan oven door won’t close properly. Below, we have listed the steps you need to follow in order to replace the door hinges of your Tappan oven…
Step 1: Pull the oven away from the wall in order to access the power cord.
Step 2: Disconnect the oven’s power cord from the outlet to avoid the risk of electrocution.
Step 3: Open the door of your Tappan oven.
Step 4: Using a flat blade screwdriver, flip the latches on the door hinges down.
Step 5: Close the door till it stops.
Step 6: Now, grip the sides of the oven door and lift it off.
Step 7: Set the door on a sturdy cloth lined surface.
Step 8: Get a Philips head screwdriver.
Step 9: Using the Philips head screwdriver, take out the two screws at the top of the oven door. These two screws hold the handle in place.
Step 10: Remove the door handle and set it aside.
Step 11: Take out the screws at the bottom of the door which hold the two door assemblies in place.
Step 12: Lift the inner door assembly off the outer door assembly.
Step 13: Take out the four screws on the sides of the inner door assembly which secure the door hinges.
Step 14: Lift the inner door up and remove the hinges.
Step 15: Get new Tappan oven door hinges.
Step 16: Lift the inner door assembly and position the hinges on it.
Step 17: Secure the door hinges using the four Philips head screws.
Step 18: Lift the inner door up and position it on the outer door assembly.
Step 19: Return the screws at the bottom of the door which hold the two assemblies in place.
Step 20: Reposition the handle on the oven door.
Step 21: Secure the handle using the two screws.
Step 22: Lift the oven door.
Step 23: Insert the hinges into the slots in the sides of the oven’s frame.
Step 24: Open the door fully.
Step 25: Flip the hinges back to hold the door in place.
Step 26: Shut the door and plug the oven’s power cord back into the outlet.
Watch the video below for a visual of how to replace your Tappan oven door hinges.
2. Door Gasket
If your Tappan oven door still won’t close well after replacing the hinges, the gasket should be replaced. If the gasket wears out, the door won’t close properly. Below, we have listed the steps you need to follow in order to replace your Tappan oven door gasket…
Step 1: Go to the oven’s rear.
Step 2: For safety, unplug the oven’s power cord from the outlet.
Step 3: Open the door of the oven.
Step 4: The gasket is around the oven door. Pull out the ends of the gasket from the holes in the bottom of the oven door.
Step 5: Now, pull out the gasket clips from the small holes around the oven door.
Step 6: Remove the gasket.
Step 7: Get a new Tappan oven door gasket.
Step 8: Insert the clips on the gasket into the holes around the oven door.
Step 9: Push the ends of the gasket into the holes at the bottom of the door using the flat blade screwdriver.
Step 10: Shut the door of the oven.
Step 11: Plug the oven’s power cord back into the outlet.
Watch the video below for a visual of how to replace the gasket of your Tappan oven door.
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Tappan Oven Door Handle Loose — How To Fix
If your Tappan oven door handle is loose, follow the steps listed below to tighten it…
Step 1: Turn the oven off.
Step 2: Open the oven door partially.
Step 3: Get a Philips head screwdriver.
Step 4: Using the Philips head screwdriver, tighten the two screws at the top of the door which hold the handle in place. Make sure you support the outer door glass as you do this.
If your Tappan oven door handle is still loose after tightening the screws, the handle may be broken. If the handle is broken, you will need to replace it. Read the section directly below to replace the handle of your Tappan oven door.
How To Replace A Tappan Oven Door Handle
Below, we have listed the steps you need to follow in order to replace the handle of your Tappan oven door…
Step 1: Unplug the oven’s power cord from the outlet.
Step 2: Open the door partially.
Step 3: Tape the sides and top of the oven door. This will prevent the outer glass from falling off when you remove the handle.
Step 4: Using a Philips head screwdriver, take out the two screws at the top of the oven which hold the handle in place.
Step 5: Lift the handle off.
Step 6: Get a new handle for your Tappan oven door.
Step 7: Position the handle on your Tappan oven door.
Step 8: Hold the handle in place using the two Philips head screws.
Step 9: Peel off the tape from the oven door.
Step 10: Shut the door and plug the oven’s power cord back into the outlet.
How To Clean A Tappan Oven Door
To clean your Tappan oven door, you will need some baking soda. Below, we have listed the steps you need to follow in order to clean your Tappan oven door…
Step 1: Open the oven door.
Step 2: Get some baking soda and pour it into a small bowl.
Step 3: Add a little water to the baking soda to form a paste.
Step 4: Apply the paste on the door using a soft sponge.
Step 5: Leave the paste to sit for at least an hour.
Step 6: After an hour, scrub the door with a wet sponge.
Step 7: Wipe off the baking soda from the door using a paper towel.
Step 8: Spray some water on the door to rinse.
Step 9: Wipe the door with a damp micro fiber cloth.
If you would like to learn different ways to clean your Tappan oven door, read this article: How To Clean A Tappan Oven [Detailed Guide]
Watch the video below for a visual of how to clean your Tappan oven door with baking soda.
Tappan Oven Door Glass Shattered — What To Do
If your Tappan oven door glass is shattered, you will need to replace it. Below, we show you how to replace the inner and outer door glass of your Tappan oven door.
1. Inner Glass
Below, we have listed the steps you need to follow in order to replace the inner glass of your Tappan oven door…
Step 1: Go to the oven’s rear.
Step 2: Unplug the oven’s power cord from the outlet to avoid the risk of electrocution.
Step 3: Open the oven door.
Step 4: Flip the latches on the door hinges towards yourself. You can do this using a flat blade screwdriver.
Step 5: Close the door till you feel it stop.
Step 6: Grip the sides of the door and lift it off the oven.
Step 7: Place the door on a sturdy surface lined with a cloth.
Step 8: Using a Philips head screwdriver, take out the two screws at the top of the door which hold the handle in place.
Step 9: Lift the handle off the door and set it aside.
Step 10: Take out the screws on the sides of the door which hold the two hinges in place. There are four screws.
Step 11: Take out the screws at the bottom of the door which hold the two assemblies in place.
Step 12: Lift the inner door assembly off the outer door assembly.
Step 13: Move the outer door aside and set the inner door on the cloth lined surface.
Step 14: Take out the two screws which hold the inner glass’s metal panel in place. The screws should be at the bottom.
Step 15: Take out the screw which holds one of the inner door assembly’s side brackets in place.
Step 16: Set the bracket aside.
Step 17: Take out the other screws on top of the metal panel which secure it as well.
Step 18: Lift the metal panel off the door assembly and set it aside.
Step 19: With gloves on for safety, remove the broken pieces of glass from the door assembly and discard.
Step 20: Get a new inner glass for your Tappan oven door.
Step 21: Position the glass on the inner door assembly.
Step 22: Reposition the metal panel on the door assembly.
Step 23: Return the screws at the top and bottom of the metal assembly which secure it.
Step 24: Position the side bracket back on the inner door assembly.
Step 25: Hold the side bracket in place with the screws.
Step 26: Position the hinges on the inner door assembly.
Step 27: Hold the hinges in place with the four screws.
Step 28: Reposition the inner door on the outer door assembly.
Step 29: Return the screws at the bottom of the door which hold the two assemblies in place.
Step 30: Position the handle on the door.
Step 31: Hold the handle in place with the two screws.
Step 32: Lift the door up.
Step 33: Insert the hinges into the slots in the sides of the oven.
Step 34: Open the oven door fully.
Step 35: Flip the latches back to hold the door in place.
Step 36: Shut the oven door.
Step 37: Plug the oven’s power cord back into the outlet.
Watch the video below for a visual of how to replace the inner glass of your Tappan oven door.
2. Outer Glass
Below, we have listed the steps you need to follow in order to replace the outer glass of your Tappan oven door…
Step 1: Unplug the oven’s cord from the outlet.
Step 2: Open the oven door.
Step 3: Flip the latches on the hinges forward to release the door.
Step 4: Close the door till it can’t go any further.
Step 5: Lift the door off the oven and set on a sturdy cloth lined surface.
Step 6: Take out the screws which hold the door handle in place.
Step 7: Remove the handle and set it aside.
Step 8: Take out the Philips head screws at the bottom of the door which hold the two assemblies in place.
Step 9: Lift the inner door off the outer door glass.
Step 10: Discard the broken pieces of glass.
Step 11: Get a new outer glass for Tappan oven door.
Step 12: Position the inner door assembly on the outer glass.
Step 13: Secure the two assemblies with the screws.
Step 14: Return the handle to the door and hold it in place with the screws.
Step 15: Lift the oven door.
Step 16: Position the hinges into the slots in the sides of the oven.
Step 17: Open the door fully and flip the hinges latches back.
Step 18: Shut the door and plug the oven’s power cord back in.
How To Remove Tappan Oven Door
Below, we have listed the steps you need to follow in order to remove the door of your Tappan oven…
Step 1: Disconnect the power to the oven by unplugging the power cord from the outlet.
Step 2: Open the door of the oven.
Step 3: There are latches on the oven door hinges. To release the door, you will need to flip the hinges towards yourself.
Step 4: Once you have flipped the latches, close the door till it stops.
Step 5: Grip the sides of the door.
Step 6: Lift the door up, tilt it in, and lift it off.
How To Put Tappan Oven Door Back On
Below, we show you how to reinstall your Tappan oven door…
Step 1: Lift the door up.
Step 2: There are two slots on the sides of the oven’s front frame. Insert the door hinges into the slots.
Step 3: Once the hinges are in the slots, open the door fully.
Step 4: Flip the two latches on the hinges back to hold the door in place.
Step 5: Shut the door of the oven.
Tappan Oven Door Lock Stuck — How To Fix
If your Tappan oven door lock is stuck, the lock motor will need to be replaced. Below, we have listed the steps you need to follow in order to replace your Tappan oven…
Step 1: Pull the oven away from the wall.
Step 2: Go to the oven’s rear and unplug the oven’s power cord from the outlet for safety.
Step 3: Get a Philips head screwdriver.
Step 4: Using the Philips head screwdriver, take out the screws which hold the oven’s lower rear access panel in place.
Step 5: Lift the access panel off and set it aside.
Step 6: Note where each wire goes on the lock motor assembly by taking a picture.
Step 7: Disconnect the wires from the lock motor assembly.
Step 8: Take out the screws which hold the lock motor assembly to the oven.
Step 9: Tilt the lock motor down to detach it from the rod.
Step 10: Get a new Tappan oven door lock motor.
Step 11: Insert the rod into the new lock motor.
Step 12: Secure the lock motor to the oven’s rear using the screws.
Step 13: Reconnect the wires to the lock motor assembly. Make sure each wire goes to the right place.
Step 14: Reposition the oven’s lower rear access panel.
Step 15: Hold the panel in place with the screws.
Step 16: Plug the oven’s power cord back into the outlet.
Watch the video below for a visual of how to replace your Tappan oven door lock motor assembly.
Tappan Oven Door Hinge Locked — How To Fix
If your Tappan oven door hinge is locked, follow the steps listed below…
Step 1: Pull down on the faulty door hinge using a large wrench.
Step 2: While holding the hinge down, flip the lock back.
Step 3: If the other door hinge is locked, do the same with it.
