Why does the freezer door pop open when the refrigerator door closes?
Do not attempt service or replace parts of the appliance unless referred to in the owner's manual. Follow all safety precautions provided in the owner's manual.


The air ducts between the freezer and the refrigerator compartments are required for proper air flow. When the refrigerator door is closed, air is forced into the freezer section through the return air duct. If the freezer door “pops” open when the refrigerator door is closed, we recommend the following:
  1. Adjust the front rollers to raise the front of the refrigerator higher than the back of the refrigerator. The front should not exceed ¼ inch higher than the rear.  
     
  2. Lubricate the door gasket with petroleum jelly. Newer models have self lubricating gaskets.  
     
  3. Avoid closing the refrigerator door with more than normal force. If the unit is leveled properly, the door will close itself.  
     
  4. Keep the freezer door shelves/buckets loaded. This gives the door some weight, making it harder to “pop” open and it will close easier because of gravity.
 
This situation is considered normal and indicates an airtight seal.