Is it possible to carry a refrigerator lying and standing 2 method with all the nuances

There are several ways to transport the refrigerator.

Transportation of household appliances - the task doable. But compact devices to move from one place to another is much easier than the cumbersome, agree. I wonder whether it is possible to transport a refrigerator lying on its side? How to pack his own hands? Let's face it.

Training

When moving this equipment must be properly prepared - strain even the most insignificant at first glance, details can serve as a complete failure of the refrigerator.

Instructions how to prepare your appliance for transport:

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	Step 1. Defrost. Do not transport equipment, inside which there is ice. Be sure to defrost the appliance. Turn off the power and allow the ice to melt, remove the excess water. Whether you are transporting a refrigerator lying or standing, liquid can get to the important elements of the mechanism and damage the unit.
	Step 2. Free interior space. Take out all the drawers and shelves. Pack them separately in the box.
	Step 3. Fixation. Close the doors and secure building with tape or soft belts.
	Step 4. Pack the unit. Transportation refrigerator without packaging is not allowed. If the store box is not available, make your own out of cardboard, film with bubbles or foam. In the photo - an example of the packaging film.

Now for the rules of the refrigerator transportation. Since this technique is very hard - an average of about 50 kg, and is expensive parts (compressor price - it's half the cost of the entire device), it is necessary to remember the following recommendations:

1. Wrap technique from one place preferably in a supine position.
2. The vehicle must be secured firmly device.
3. After the carriage can not immediately turn on the equipment. To lube again fell into the compressor, it may take 3-4 hours.
4. Suitable transport. Transport refrigerator car can be used only if its dimensions correspond.

The appliance must be securely locked inside the car

shipping options

Appliance manufacturers recommend transport refrigeration equipment only in an upright position (like washing machines). But it does not always have the opportunity to carry the refrigerator standing.

How to transport the refrigerator - vertically or horizontally?

Method 1. vertical transport

That the unit is not damaged during transport, it is necessary to follow some rules:

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	Step 1. Training. Defrost, empty and repack the machine.
	Step 2. Carrying. Gently Convey technique to vehicle. Here, it takes 2-3 participants.
	Step 3. Shipping Place the equipment on the wall. Securely. Deliver to your destination.
	Step 4. installation. Carefully lift the device into the room and leave for 3-4 hours. Over time, the technique can be used.

Method 2. Ground transportation

Transportation of the refrigerator in a horizontal position has several important features. Details are presented in the table:

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	Step 1. Preparing and carrying. Repeat the first two steps of the previous method. The only difference, it is desirable to pack in a transparent film, because the device must be put right.
	Step 2. Shipping. How to transport a refrigerator lying: Place a cardboard under the refrigerator. Place technique so that the side on which the compressor exit tube was above. Securely unit. the rear side of the device is put on the floor is strictly prohibited.
	Step 3. Installation. After the transportation is necessary to put the device vertically and let stand for 6 hours. Transport refrigerator in a horizontal position as possible, if not to the car strong shaking. I recommend not to leave the unit in a supine position longer than 3 hours.

Total

The process of transportation of the refrigerator can be greatly simplified if you follow the guidelines and strictly control precautions. Videos in this article, become familiar with all the nuances of the transport of bulky household appliances. Questions and suggestions forward in the comments.