Using a hex wrench open the spring so you can see the tension pin.
How to fix spring loaded door hinge.
A spring loaded hinge should only be removed when the door is closed to avoid it slamming.
Set the screw aside in a place where you won t lose it.
Then remove the pin using pliers.
If the hex hole is on top sweep the handle of the wrench.
Test the door close rate.
Check the top of the hinge to see if it has a screw which protects the spring from being tampered with.
Adjusting a spring loaded hinge must be done with the door closed.
Test the hinge image zoom on the latch side a door is cut at a slight bevel to make it easier to close.
How to tighten a loose hinge step 1.
Tap wood image zoom if that does not solve the problem trim pieces of shim or other small wood pieces to fit.
Insert the new hinge pin into the.
Remove the pin with a pliers.
If it does insert a screwdriver and rotate it counterclockwise to loosen it.
Tighten or loosen in small steps.
If your hinge has a tension pin inserted into the side of the hinge you need to pull the pin from the hinge with needle nose.
Place the hex wrench into the socket at the top of the spring hinge and turn in either direction to release tension on the pin.
Insert the allen wrench into the hex hole at the end of the hinge.
Fixing springed hinges 1.
You can then remove the hex wrench and allow the spring to naturally unwind.
Rotate the wrench until the next hole comes into view and install the pin.