We're moving a refrigerator from NC to PA, it has an icemaker...can we put it on it's side to move it, or should we move it sitiing up, and do we have to drain the freon (sp?) in both cases?
2006-12-07 01:41:15 · 16 answers · asked by J K 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
When at all possible, move it in an upright postion. But if you have no choice but to move it on its side, put it back in the upright position and leave it, UNPLUGGED, like that for as long as possible. 2 to 3 days if you can.
When you tip it onto its side for transport, oil that is in the compressor will flow out of the compressor shell into the refrigerant lines. This oil may contain minute metal pieces, and/or any crud that may be in the oil and settles in the bottom of the compressor shell. When it is stored back into the upright position, the oil will gravity flow back into the compressor. This is why you should let it stand upright unplugged for as long as possible to allow the oil to completely drain back. Avoid putting on its side, but do this if you have to put it on the side.
And there is no reason to drain the refrigerant (Freon is a brand name). Use caution, though, when transporting it so as to avoid any damage to the copper lines. Damaging these lines can cause a leak, which will breach the integrity of the sealed system.
2006-12-07 13:21:41 · answer #1 · answered by jollygreen60 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can, but when you get it to where you are going, make sure that you DON'T plug it in until it sits upright for at least an hour. I have moved at least 50 refrigerators in my 39 years. Never had a problem with one that had been used already, as long as you wait for that amount of time. Gives the chlorofluorocarbon (Freon) time to settle again in the compressor.
2016-03-28 21:53:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
First no no don't drain the freon. You can't drain freon without recycling it. It's not environmentally friendly. It's recommended if you are moving a refrigerator move it standing up. If you must lay it down, let it stand upright for 2f4 hours, before turning it on.
2006-12-07 01:59:04 · answer #3 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lay it on it side is fine but you should let it stand up for 12 to 24 hour before pluging it in and DO NOT drain the the freon.
2006-12-07 05:43:54 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I f you must lay the unit on the side, go ahead. BUT DO NOT power the unit up until it has been uprighted for twenty-four (24) hours.
Failure to follow that direction WILL cause the compressor to burn out, thus forcing it to be replaced.
There is no need to 'drain' the freon.
2006-12-07 01:50:24 · answer #5 · answered by LifeRyder 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can. And yes, it should be stood upright and not moved, nor plugged in, for 24 hours to allow the refrigerants to settle.
Please tie it down (or wedge it) in the back of your truck or van.
Many years ago, We were moving (again) and my then husband and friend moved our fridge, on its side in the back of a truck. Wouldn't have been a problem, but they didn't strap it in. Refrigerators don't run very well with smashed coils.
Learned THAT the hard way :)
Good luck in your move
2006-12-07 01:53:52 · answer #6 · answered by Gem 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is always best to move a refrigerator upright. If you have to lay it down, allow 24 hours after standing upright before you plug it back in.
2006-12-07 02:36:57 · answer #7 · answered by Bob S 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can tip it on it's side, but before you plug it back in make sure it has been sitting upright for at least 24 hours. you don't have to drain the freon.
2006-12-07 01:43:46 · answer #8 · answered by jamie_0778 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you can, but you should let it sit upright for at least 24 hours before you plug it in again. you shouldnt drain the freon - thats pretty difficult to do anyway.
2006-12-07 01:42:55 · answer #9 · answered by Kutekymmee 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Try to keep it upright, but if you have to lay it over, let it stand upright for at least 24 hours before plugging it back in.
2006-12-07 01:47:32 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋