Silver King Latch Kit — Milk Dispenser / Salad Crisper Door | OEM-Style Replacement

OEM Part Details

• OEM Number: 23475
• OEM Status: VERIFIED
• MPN: 23475
• SKU: PD-114-004
• Part Type: Hinge

Product Overview

OEM 23475 is a commercial refrigeration door-hardware hinge used to support controlled door movement and help keep the door assembly positioned correctly during normal service. A hinge may appear to be a simple mechanical component, yet its condition affects how consistently the door opens, closes, and aligns with the cabinet opening. Wear, looseness, damage, or incorrect positioning at the hinge can contribute to difficult door operation and may affect the relationship between the door and its gasket. For commercial equipment service, replacing a worn hinge with the correctly identified component can help restore dependable mechanical support at the door assembly. This item is identified by OEM number 23475 and should be compared carefully with the removed component before purchase. Check the mounting arrangement, door-side orientation, hinge shape, and surrounding hardware rather than relying on appearance alone. Careful identification is particularly important where similar-looking door hardware may differ in mounting layout or movement range. A correct hinge selection supports orderly service work and helps reduce delays caused by an incorrect mechanical part.

Product Function

This hinge provides a mechanical pivot point for a commercial refrigeration door assembly. It supports the door while allowing it to swing through its intended path, and it helps maintain the door’s position in relation to the cabinet opening. Proper hinge condition matters because the door, latch, gasket, and mounting hardware work together as an assembly. If the hinge is worn, bent, loose, or incorrectly positioned, the door may not move or settle as intended. OEM number 23475 provides a reliable identification point when selecting this replacement hinge for service.

Why Choose a Genuine OEM Replacement?

Using the verified OEM number 23475 helps keep the order focused on the identified hinge rather than a visually similar door-hardware component. Original part-number matching gives service personnel a dependable reference when comparing the replacement with the removed part, the equipment data plate, and available equipment documentation. This approach can reduce uncertainty around hinge configuration, mounting arrangement, and door orientation before work begins.

How This Part Works

A door hinge works as the mechanical connection between the door assembly and its supporting structure. Its pivoting action allows the door to open and close while holding the door in a repeatable position. In commercial refrigeration equipment, that positioning can influence how the door meets the cabinet opening and how the gasket contacts the sealing surface. The hinge does not operate alone. Fasteners, hinge pins or related pivot hardware, the latch, the door closer where used, and the gasket can all affect door movement. A loose mounting point can permit movement that changes door alignment, while a damaged hinge body can interfere with smooth travel. During service, the replacement hinge should be evaluated as part of the complete door assembly so that related wear or alignment concerns are not overlooked.

Technician Service Tip

Before removing the original component, note the door position, hinge orientation, mounting-point arrangement, and condition of adjacent hardware. Comparing those details with OEM 23475 can help identify differences that may affect door alignment or movement.

Common Failure Symptoms

• A door that feels loose at one side may indicate hinge wear or loose mounting hardware.
• Difficulty opening or closing the door can indicate that the hinge and related door hardware should be inspected.
• A door that sits unevenly at the cabinet opening may indicate movement at the hinge mounting points.
• Unusual resistance, binding, or rough travel during door movement may indicate mechanical damage or wear.
• Visible corrosion, cracking, bending, or deformation on the hinge may indicate that replacement is needed.
• A latch that does not line up consistently may indicate a door-alignment concern involving the hinge or related hardware.
• A gasket that does not contact the cabinet evenly may indicate that door position should be inspected.
• Repeated loosening of hinge fasteners may indicate worn hardware, damaged mounting areas, or an alignment issue requiring evaluation.

Commercial Applications

This hinge is intended for commercial refrigeration equipment service where a door-hardware component has been identified by OEM number 23475. It is relevant to foodservice maintenance teams, commercial kitchen repair personnel, and refrigeration service providers maintaining equipment with mechanical door assemblies. The product information does not establish specific equipment models or fitment. For that reason, service personnel should use the equipment data plate, available parts documentation, and the removed component to determine whether this hinge is appropriate for the equipment being repaired.

Before You Order

• Match OEM number 23475 to available equipment documentation or the removed component.
• Confirm that the required part is a hinge for the door assembly.
• Use the equipment data plate to record the equipment model and serial number before ordering.
• Compare the original component with the product image and available product details.
• Check the mounting-point arrangement on the removed hinge and the equipment-side mounting area.
• Confirm the hinge orientation and the direction of door movement.
• Inspect the door for alignment concerns that could affect replacement-part selection.
• Review the condition of the door gasket, latch, fasteners, and related pivot hardware before completing the order.

Related Components

• Door gasket: Inspect the gasket for uneven compression or damage when evaluating door alignment and closure.
• Hinge screws or pins: Check related fasteners and pivot hardware for looseness, wear, corrosion, or damage that may affect hinge movement.
• Door latch: Inspect latch alignment because a shifted door position can affect how the latch engages.
• Door closer: Where present, evaluate the closer for smooth operation and proper interaction with the door assembly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What part is identified by OEM number 23475?

OEM number 23475 identifies this commercial refrigeration door-hardware hinge.

Is equipment model fitment confirmed for this hinge?

Specific equipment model fitment is not supplied. Compare OEM number 23475, the removed hinge, the equipment data plate, and available equipment documentation before ordering.

What should I compare when selecting a replacement hinge?

Compare the OEM number, hinge type, mounting-point arrangement, orientation, door movement direction, and the original component.

Can a worn hinge affect door closure?

It may. A worn, loose, bent, or misaligned hinge can affect door position and should be evaluated along with the gasket, latch, fasteners, and related hardware.

Why should the door gasket be inspected with the hinge?

The hinge helps position the door at the cabinet opening. Inspecting the gasket can help identify uneven contact or damage that may be associated with door-alignment concerns.

Does this hinge include related fasteners or a latch?

Included hardware is not established by the available product information. Review the product image and compare the original component before ordering.