Door hinge broke on one side, is there any way to fix this?
336232
If it is broken you might need that broken part.And i believe it is kind of hard to find that piece but you can try searching it online sometimes people take parts out of their old ones and sell them online.
1377987
As far as I've been told, it will NOT fix the broken door however it will help prevent another door from breaking. These hinges are sold in pairs (one right side & one left side). I also installed one at the bottom of my freezer door as well. My hinges are on the right side of the door so I have two left side retrofit pieces which I don't require.
823038
I had the same problem. This thing is very secure which is good unless the combination fails to work. I tried drilling the spot welds off the hinge which sort of worked but after much struggle and dull drills I finally just tore at the thing with a large screw driver and crow bar. After about 1/2 hour of struggle I finally got it open. I now use a key-lock key safe.
385248
Can the door be hinged to open on either side? If not, does it open to the right or left.
1846160
At the two hinges, look for a hinge lock release. You really should consult the directions manual that came with the unit and follow the set-up directions, in reverse. Consult the manufacturer. I am not an expert with regard to this.
1686765
Using a nail, hammer the pin out from the bottom of the hinge.Note: I installed the hinges without taking the pins out. I just removed and replaced the hinges one at a time. I did not have to unhinge the door.
567433
You can push the pin out of the hinge with a straightened paperclip or other such tool, and open the box from the other side. Unfortunately, the box isn't really very secure as anyone could do the same.
1642283
During construction I accidentally broke the door hinge mounts. In order to repair it, I used 4 butterfly bolts where the tiny screws should have been, drilled all the way up through the top and added a hardwood plank of the same length and width on top. That fixed the door and added extra rigidity to the hutch to prevent any form of sag. Furthermore I added a second set of l brackets at the front of the hutch to bolt it securely to the desk. This will prevent the sides from slipping out from under it, and will prevent sagging. So far, I see no sag.This is a cheaply made hutch, but I am satisfied with its design. During construction I accidentally broke the door hinge mounts. In order to repair it, I used 4 butterfly bolts where the tiny screws should have been, drilled all the way up through the top and added a hardwood plank of the same length and width on top. That fixed the door and added extra rigidity to the hutch to prevent any form of sag. Furthermore I added a second set of l brackets at the front of the hutch to bolt it securely to the desk. This will prevent the sides from slipping out from under it, and will prevent sagging. So far, I see no sag.This is a cheaply... » Read More During construction I accidentally broke the door hinge mounts. In order to repair it, I used 4 butterfly bolts where the tiny screws should have been, drilled all the way up through the top and added a hardwood plank of the same length and width on top. That fixed the door and added extra rigidity to the hutch to prevent any form of sag. Furthermore I added a second set of l brackets at the front of the hutch to bolt it securely to the desk. This will prevent the sides from slipping out from under it, and will prevent sagging. So far, I see no sag.This is a cheaply made hutch, but I am satisfied with its design. « Show Less
1977443
The doors come from the factory with pre-drilled holes to match the hinges and where they attach to the sides. I suppose you could drill your own sets of holes if you wanted to open them the other way.
1112409
Mine was doing the same thing only after a few months of use. I used a needle-nosed pliers to bend the hinge on the left hand side just slightly. For ours it helped to bend it to the left and we continued to use trial and error of bending slightly then closing the door and repeating this until it closed snugly against the frame. Seems like a temporary fix, but hopefully it will hold out for at least a little bit. I also tried e-mailing the company about the problem and am waiting to hear back.
2103841
I suggest you pop the handle out. its really easy just remove the screw and they come out. in the rear of the handle there is a spring attached to plastic retainer and the plastic loop that attaches to the door metal bar mechanism. 95% certain that the plastic part is broken ,most of the times it is. if you need to replace them you will NOT need other parts.
1225002
Had the same problem. Called manufacturer's customer service and they pointed out that there are actually TWO different kind of hinges. The difference is barely noticeable and not super obvious in the directions, but enough to screw up your doors. Switch the hinges and you'll be good.
1377984
I did repair my door with the hinge kit. It has worked fine ever since. There are two styles of hinge kits, so make sure you get the right one. I ordered both before figuring out which one worked for my door.
1581366
I put it together some time ago for one of my rentals, I don' t remember whether or not you can change the hinge side. Sorry.
1474057
Yes. You can flip the hinges to either side. Love this door. I install it in a lot of customers homes
1524827
I just went and opened mine and the holes that were drilled to attach the hinges for the door only occur on the one side -- so I am thinking it only opens one way
336532
I agree with the others, but it the hinge is just loose you can pop the plastic cover off the top , loosen it until the door pins slip in place and then tighten it back and replace the cover.