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Moving and Storage

Lets face it, refrigerators don't like being moved. Besides the possibility of the cabinet getting scratched or dented, the older they are, the harder it is on them. Here are some answers to questions about the problems and concerns people have about moving refrigerators and freezers.

Fridge moved on its side runs constantly
Refrigerator not turned on for over 18 years
Refrigerator was moved across the room, leaks now
Best way to store a fridge?
Vintage refrigerator turned over in flood, now not working
134a system moved and stored, now not working
Moved on side now not working
Fridge moved now the light comes on but nothing else happens.
Will Freon leak out if moved on side?
How long do you have to wait to after you move a fridge on it’s side?
Refrigerator has sat for 10 years
Storing a refrigerator in a cold environment
Storing freezers and refrigerators when not in use for 6 months
Going away for 2 months, leave it running?
Refrigerator was tipped over to move, what should I do before I plug it back in
Do you need to turn it off to move out and away from the wall?


Figure 1.2 The proper side to attach the lift truck when moving