DA97-16826C - Samsung Refrigerator Door Gasket

This Samsung Refrigerator Door Gasket (DA97-16826C) is a genuine Samsung part for your home appliance and is compatible with Samsung brand refrigerators. It provides a crucial seal around your refrigerator door, preventing warm air from entering and cold air from escaping. This gasket utilizes a magnetic seal, embedding magnets around its perimeter in its flexible rubber or silicone material. When the door is closed, these magnets align with corresponding ones on the refrigerator cabinet, ensuring an airtight seal. Its elasticity allows for slight deformation when the door is shut, enhancing the sealing capability. This technology facilitates maintaining the desired interior temperatures efficiently by minimizing air exchange, making the door easy to open and close without the need for a mechanical latch. If your refrigerator's door feels loose, fails to close properly, or if you notice an unusual spike in energy bills, these could be signs the door gasket may need replacing. It's designed to withstand normal wear and tear but can degrade over time. Special details include the recommendation to smooth folds and creases in the gasket by soaking it in warm water or warming it with a hair dryer on low heat for easier installation. Verify your device's model number for compatibility before purchasing.