vabiii3 , yes, the baffle should swing a full 90-degrees when shut. You can check this be closing the door with the baffle attached it and then manually pulling on the baffle to make sure it is in the locked position. If not, a couple of things can be done.
Clean the door frame top and bottom where the baffle rubs against the frame. Any build-up on the frame will cause drag on the baffle and prevent it from swinging over fully.
If the baffle still does not swing over fully, shims (plastic washers) may be needed at the door hinges to better center the door and baffle in the opening.
Another item to keep an eye on is the top recesses for the door latches. These are ideal places for build-up that can keep the handle from sliding back to its closed position, meaning that the post for the latch will not be fully extended and the door won't latch completely when closed.
Clean the door frame top and bottom where the baffle rubs against the frame. Any build-up on the frame will cause drag on the baffle and prevent it from swinging over fully.
If the baffle still does not swing over fully, shims (plastic washers) may be needed at the door hinges to better center the door and baffle in the opening.
Another item to keep an eye on is the top recesses for the door latches. These are ideal places for build-up that can keep the handle from sliding back to its closed position, meaning that the post for the latch will not be fully extended and the door won't latch completely when closed.
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