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How to adjust self closing door hinges video.
Soft close door hinges are a common mechanism used in a variety of cabinets.
Then add or release tension until you get the proper close rate photo 2.
Since cabinets come in all shapes and sizes you might need to adjust their hinges so that their doors close properly.
The hinge should be adjusted.
Using your screwdriver turn the rear screw counterclockwise to pull the edge of the door closer to the cabinet.
Self closing hinges have springs inside of them that force a door closed so you don t have to worry about shutting it yourself.
However if your door slams or doesn t latch properly as it closes you may need to use a couple of tools to loosen or tighten the spring tension.
As the name suggests the purpose of these hinges is to close doors more delicately.
Open the cabinet door and loosen the two mounting screws securing the hinge to the cabinet with a phillips screwdriver.
Remove the locking pin.
Sometimes the cabinet mount comes out of alignment causing the door to not close fully.
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Start by removing the locking pin photo 1.