How To Fix Self Closing Drawer Slides

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How to fix self closing drawer slides. A drawer started making a sort of ping or click when I open it and I noticed it wasnt closing all the way by itself anymore. Look into the drawer cavity with a flashlight to determine if some object is blocking the back of the cabinet. Unfasten the drawer slides on either side of the recess where the drawer fits using a screwdriver.

Pull the drawer out of the cabinet and inspect the slides. Damaged loose or misaligned drawer slides allow a drawer to slide back open after closing. With a gentle push you can send the drawer back on its hinges which will take the drawer back to its fully closed position automatically.

Next install the drawers by pulling out the installed slides and placing the drawer box over the extended slides. Repairing or replacing the drawers slides will keep it closed after you shut it. I found the gas pistons at the rear of the gliders and discovered that the left piston is working properly but the right one is not.

If you notice it is too tight rubs the side or sticks you should loosen the screws and tap the drawer in whichever direction will resolve the sticking or rubbing. How to Fix a Kitchen Drawer Slide That Does Not Close All the Way Step 1. You may need to move the slide sections back and forth.

Using a Philips screwdriver remove the screws attaching the slide to the drawer. Underside of drawer box with clips for the under-mount slide. Shut the drawer.

Look for kinks or warping preventing the drawer from closing. Fit your slides or wheels into the cabinet and slide the drawer in the cabinet and move it back and forth a few times. Pull out your drawer to locate the current slide hardware.