Troublesome freezer hinges?

[BeerWench-]

Hey all. I just got a new 7cu Insignia chest freezer for my keezer project.

I noticed today that the hinges on the lid are inset into the body of the freezer by about an inch. It makes it tough to remove the caps over the hinges. Does anyone have any advice for removing them?

 

[Willy]

They should just pop off. Use a screwdriver if you need to. Be gentle. Go slow. It'll pop off.

 

[Skeeter686]

I agree with Willy. I'd start by taking the top cover off, and then see if you can work the bottom cover off from the newly accessible top edge.