Re-hanging the doors of the Biryusa 151 refrigerator: complete instructions with photos and tips

Re-hanging refrigerator doors Biryusa 151 is a task that owners face when moving, renovating a kitchen, or having a simple desire change the opening side. Unlike modern models with universal hinges, Soviet classics require accuracy and knowledge of design features. This article will help you avoid typical mistakes that lead to distortions, poor fit of the seal, or even breakage of fasteners.

Many are afraid to take on the work themselves, considering it difficult for a non-professional. In fact, if you have a minimum set of tools and understand the operating principle of the mechanism, the process will take no more than 1-2 hours. The main thing is to take your time and follow a clear algorithm, taking into account the nuances of this particular model. For example, freezer door on Biryusa 151 is hung separately from the main one, and its weight requires reliable fixation during work.

In these instructions you you will find:

• 🔧 Step-by-step analysis taking into account the features of fastenings Turk 151
• 📏 Layout diagrams hinges and holes for different opening sides
• ⚠️ Critical pointswhich are often missed (for example, adjusting the gap between doors)
• 🛠️ List of tools indicating what can replace specialized devices

Preparation: tools and conditions for work

Before you begin dismantling, make sure that you have everything you need. For Turk 151 you will need:

• 🔨 Phillips screwdriver (preferably with a magnetic tip - the screws are small and easily lost)
• 🔧 10 mm spanner (for fastening the bottom hinges); data-i="75">Magnet
• 📐 Level (a bubble or laser is suitable for checking the vertical)
• 🧲 Magnet (to hold metal parts and not lose them inside the case)
• 🧴 Silicone grease (for processing hinges after rehanging)

Also prepare the workspace:

1. Disconnect the refrigerator from the mains and defrost (even if there is no ice - condensation can get on the electronics).
2. Empty the shelves and door compartments of food. The freezer door Turquy 151 weighs ~12 kg - without contents it is easier to hold it.
3. Place cardboard or soft cloth under the body to avoid scratching the floor if it moves.

⚠️ Attention: If the refrigerator has been in use for more than 10 years, the plastic hinge bushings may have dried out. When dismantling, they may crumble - prepare spare ones in advance (article for Turks 151: 245-00012).

Door fastening diagram Biryusa 151: what you need to know

Design Turk 151 suggests three attachment points for the main door and two for the freezer. Features:

• 🔄 Upper hinge - universal, suitable for both sides. The holes for it are already in the case, but can be closed with plugs.
• 🔽 Bottom loop —requires rearrangement of the mounting plate adjusting screws to align the door. vertical.
• 🔗 Middle loop (at handle level) - often causes misalignment if it is not tightened enough.

On the body refrigerator under the decorative plugs are hidden spare holes for the hinges on the other side. Their location can be seen if you remove the top cover (it is attached to two latches on the front). data-i="134">spare holes Biryus 151 produced before 2000):

Photo of the fastening diagram (clickable)

The image shows that the holes for the right side are shifted 3 cm to the left relative to the left ones. This is important to take into account when rearranging the middle hinge so that the door does not. clung to the body.

⚠️ Attention: If your model is equipped with electronic display (rare, but found in modifications 151K), before rehanging, disconnect the power cable from the door. It is located under the top hinge and is secured with a plastic clip.

Step-by-step instructions: rehanging the main door

We start by dismantling the old fastener. Follow the algorithm:

1. Remove the decorative trims from the hinges (they just snap into place - pry them off from the side with a screwdriver).
2. Unscrew the screws of the top. hinges (hold the door so that it does not fall!). Hold it from below or ask an assistant.
3. Carefully remove the door from the lower axis, lifting it up. Do not pull towards yourself - the hinge may bend!
4. Move the door on a soft surface (for example, a blanket) so as not to scratch enamel.

Now prepare the body:

• 🔩 Move mounting bottom hinge plate to the opposite side (it is fixed with one 10 mm bolt).
• 🕳️ Install plugs into the vacant holes (they come complete with the refrigerator or are sold separately).
• 🔧 Check if they are in the way condenser tubes (on some models they run close to the hinges). If necessary, carefully bend them.

Assemble in the reverse order:

5. Place the door onto lower axisaligning it with center.
6. Screw top hingebut do not tighten the screws all the way - the door should “play” a little.
7. Install middle hinge and adjust the gap between the doors (optimally - 2-3 mm).
8. Tighten all the screws and check tightness of the seal (use a sheet of paper - it should be pressed tightly around the entire perimeter).

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Re-hanging the freezer door cameras

The freezer compartment on Biryusa 151 is hung separately, but according to the same principle. The main differences:

• 🧊 The weight of the door is larger (~12 kg versus 8 kg for the main one), so an assistant is definitely needed.
• ❄️ Sealant here is thicker - when adjusting, leave a gap of 3-4 mm.
• 🔄 Symmetrical hinges, but require lubrication lithol or silicone after rearrangement.

Algorithm of actions:

1. Remove top shelf freezers (it interferes with dismantling).
2. Unscrew the hinges, starting from bottom (it holds the main weight).
3. Move the door to a soft surface. Do not place it on the seal - it can deform.
4. Move the hinges to the other side using spare holes (they are closed with plugs).
5. When assembling, check that so magnetic seal does not cling to the body.

After installation:

• 🔧 Adjust vertical play with the lower loop (the screw is located on the side).
• 🧴 Apply grease to the hinge axes - this will prevent squeaking when opening.
• 📏 Check gap between the doors (it should be the same throughout the entire height).

⚠️ Attention: If after rehanging the freezer door opens on its own (does not stay closed), the problem is the imbalance of the hinges. Solution: loosen the top hinge and slightly move the door in the direction opposite to opening.

Adjustment and checking: how to avoid distortions

Even with careful installation, the door can bad to close or cling to the bodyThis can be corrected by adjustment:

• 🔄 Vertical play is eliminated with a screw on the bottom hinge (rotate clockwise to lift the door).
• ↔️ Horizontal displacement corrected by loosening the top or middle hinges and moving the door in the desired direction.
• 🧲 Tightness of fit checked with a sheet of paper: if it falls out, the seal requires replacement or heating with a hairdryer (to restore elasticity).

Typical signs of incorrect adjustment:

After adjustment:

1. Check uniformity gaps along the entire perimeter (use a level).
2. Make sure that the handle does not interfere with opening adjacent cabinets.
3. Turn on the refrigerator and check after 2 hours tightness (condensation on the seal will indicate spaces).

Common mistakes and how to avoid them

Even experienced craftsmen sometimes miss important details. Here's what you cannot do when hanging doors Turks 151:

• 🚫 Ignore the plugs —open holes violate the thermal insulation.
• 🚫 Tighten the screws —this leads to cracks in the plastic bushings.
• 🚫 Lubricate the hinges with oil —it thickens in the cold. Use. only silicone grease.
• 🚫 Work without an assistant —the freezer door is heavy and easy to drop.

Typical consequences errors:

If you notice that after rehanging the refrigerator began to make more noisecheck:

• 🔊 Compressor —it could have moved when rearrangement.
• 🌀 Fan (in models with No Frost) - may touch the ice.
• 🧲 Seal - if it is jammed, this creates additional load on the hinges.

⚠️ Attention: Details of construction Turk 151 may vary depending on the year of manufacture. For example, in models before 1995, metal bushings were used instead of plastic, and the hinges were attached to 4 screws instead of 3. Please check. features of your modification according to the nameplate on the back wall.

Care after rehanging: how to extend the life of the mechanism

To the hinges and seal last longer:

• 🧴 Lubricate the hinges with silicone grease every 6 months.
• 🧼 Wash seal with warm water and soap (no abrasives!).
• 🌡️ Avoid temperature changes —do not place the refrigerator next to the stove.
• 🔧 Check the fastenings once a year - the screws may loosen from vibration.

If the seal has lost its elasticity:

1. Remove it (it is attached to the groove on the door).
2. Soak in warm water for 10 minutes.
3. Apply glycerin to restore softness.
4. Install it back, warming it with a hairdryer for a better fit.

For Biryusa 151 the following brands of sealants are suitable:

• 🔹 Stinol (article 1001.0001) - universal, but requires trimming.
• 🔹 Indesit (article C00188660) - an exact copy of the original.
• 🔹 Atlant (article 50.00001) - budget option.

FAQ: answers to frequently asked questions

Is it possible to hang doors Biryusy 151 alone, without an assistant?

Technically, yes, but it is risky. weighs ~12 kg, and it is easy to drop it, damaging the hinges or seal. If there is no assistant, use slings. data-i="341">belts or belts to fix the door in a suspended state. An alternative is to remove the door along with the hinges (but this will complicate the adjustment).

What to do if, after re-hanging, the refrigerator begins to freeze worse?

Most likely, the seal is broken. Check:

1. Seal —it could have shifted or become jammed.
2. Hinges - if the door hangs crookedly, cold air escapes.
3. Pipes capacitor - when rearranging they could be touched, which led to a leak of freon (in this case, refilling is needed).

Also make sure that ventilation grilles (if any) are not blocked.

Where can I get plugs for the holes if the original ones are lost?

Plugs can be:

• 🛒 Buy at service centers Turks (article 245-00015).
• 🔧 Make it yourself from stoppers or plastic (a lid from bottles).
• 🌐 Order on AliExpress (search for the phrase "plugs for refrigerator holes").

It is important that there are plugs heat-resistant - ordinary plastic can deform from the heat of the compressor.

How to understand that the hinges are worn out and it’s time to replace them?

Signs of hinge wear:

• 🔊 Creak even after lubrication.
• 🔄 Backlight of the door (it “walks” up and down).
• 🚪 Uneven gap between the door and the body.
• 💥 Cracks on plastic bushings.

For Biryusa 151 Loops from models are suitable Biryusa 18/22 (article number 245-00010 for the top, 245-00011 for the bottom). The cost of the set is from 800 rubles.

Does it take longer to defrost the refrigerator after rehanging?

No, the defrosting time does not depend on the side of the door opening. However:

• If the seal was deformed during rearrangement, the first 2-3 cycles defrosting may take 10-15 minutes longer due to incomplete sealing.
• If the refrigerator did not disconnect from the network during work, let it stand turned off for 1-2 hours to stabilize the temperature.