Leibherr Fridge freezer handle

[Joann]

Does anyone know anything about fridges? ,managed to break the handle on my fridge and can get a replacement for £69, can't figure out how to get what is left of the old handle off though, not happy that it has broken as it cost £2000 3 years ago.

 

[Sproket]

Is this the type of handle ?

 

[Joann]

Yes that is it and is 75cm long. It is hanging off at the top and looks a right mess.

 

[Sproket]

Does the handle fasten to the door behind the door seal ?

 

[Joann]

No it seems to clamp onto the edge of the door, the handle moves when you pull it, it has a plastic hinge arrangement, that then pushes against the fridge breaking the seal on the door so it opens, I think the guys who fitted it put the handles on too low down so all the force is near the top and the plastic hinge has broken. I can't see any screws or anything to undo to get the broken handle off.

The fridge freezer is huge over 6 feet high by 4 feet wide and otherwise seems robust.

 

[Sproket]

Can you post a photo of it on the door edge ?
Easy to follow instructions here ............
how-post-forum-photos

 

[Joann]

Will have a try.

Thanks for all your help and patience, I usually try to figure things out myself but I am at a loss with this.

 

[Joann]

Here are the pictures of the fridge handle, tookme a few goes to get them on the forum.

 

[Joann]

Any help on how to get the thing off would be appreciated. I've then got to figure out how to get the new one on................

 

[Sproket]

The plate that is attached to the door will flip off with a small screwdriver or sharp implement as it is only a thin metal cover or they might slide off by being pushed towards the fridge .........
The screws that hold the handle on will be underneath it.....

 

[Joann]

Will have a go at that tomorrow, have got clumsy - itis today, I threw a full jar of coffee on the floor, took a chunk out of my finger with a cardboard box and rubbed bleach in my eye, so not risking it tonight.

Thanks for all your help Sprocket

 

[Joann]

Got handle off, I even had a size 15 star tip screwdriver to do it with. Just have to wait for new one to come.

 

[Sproket]

Glad you got it sorted.........

 

[ValA.]

Your fridge is about as big as our third bedroom, but I'm glad that with Sproket's help you've sorted it out!

 

[Joann]

I need a fridge that big because I can't afford a wine cellar.