I heard you could and also heard you couldn't .It's a new one still in box.I live 42 miles away from store I'm buying it from.
2007-02-17 02:27:55 · 13 answers · asked by davestac 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Other - Home & Garden
I've heard u souldn't lay them down. Don't know why that is, but I wouldn't do it if I were u
2007-02-17 02:33:33 · answer #1 · answered by Butterfly Kisses ♥ 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Transport Fridge Lying Down
2016-10-17 03:10:07 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wouldn't the expense of buying a new refrigerator make the cost of moving it in an upright position be a small amount in comparison to the possibilities of damage or even family discord.It might come up as a warranty problem even if it is not damaged ,simply because you did not heed the instructions for shipping
2007-02-17 03:48:15 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Fishman is right,
It is best to trasport a fridge in the upright position.
But if it's absoulty impossible for you to do so then you need to let it sit for 24 hrs before you plug it in, after transporting.
When you tip a refridgerator on it's side the compressor oil runs out of the compressor, and it needs time to run back down into the crankcase, or you'll fry your brand new compressor.
And make sure NOT to smash the coils by lying it on it's back side. Lay it on one of the sides.
2007-02-18 02:56:38 · answer #4 · answered by ELF_N_MAGIC 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you are only traveling a short distance this should not dammage the refrigerator as long as you stand it up aqs soon as you get home and dont plug it in for at least 24 hours. A refrigerator contains oil in the condensor and when you lay it down the oil travels into the lines and pump if you turn it on to soon the oil may seaz the pump.
2007-02-17 02:37:07 · answer #5 · answered by fishmanhlcc 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Never, ever, lay it on it's side, as the fan motor can slip out of alignment and it will fry the moment you plug it in. They are shipped upright for a reason!
I have many friends who work for Amana Refrigeration & they all agree.
2007-02-17 02:32:18 · answer #6 · answered by yeteva45 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I had a fridgerator laying down for 5 min during transport it is a 2013 frigidare. how long do i have wo wait to plug it in. packaging did not say to lay on back
2016-01-03 04:23:46 · answer #7 · answered by clarissa 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pay the $50.00 and have it delivered. A new dented refrigerator will look great in your kitchen. Oh yea, leave it unplugged for 24 hours to be safe.
2007-02-19 17:56:05 · answer #8 · answered by mountainriley 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can. BUT make sure the 'fridge is upright for 24 hours before you plug it in. This allowes the oil to go to the bottom where it should be.
2007-02-17 02:32:48 · answer #9 · answered by wildbill05733 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I wouldn't.Oil in the compressor may run past expansion valve.If you must,let it sit upright a couple hours before plugging it in.
2007-02-17 02:35:40 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋