How to Transport Your Appliances Safely
Fridge, washing machine, oven – not sure how to move them? Here are our tips for a 100% safe delivery!
Tips for Transporting Your Appliances Safely
Whether you’ve just bought it second-hand on Leboncoin or a friend has given you their appliance, it’s not easy to find a way to move these particularly fragile and bulky items without damage...
Good news, Cocolis is here to help you! We offer an affordable and eco-friendly alternative to traditional carriers, who are often reluctant to handle this type of item.
Unfortunately, it’s often during transport that your appliances get damaged. They can move around, bump into things, or get scratched against your vehicle. To avoid this, there are several tips you can even combine, just to be sure your appliance will survive the journey.
Because we know how risky transport can be for your appliances, here are our best tips for stress-free moving!
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Fridge-Freezer
A few tips to make sure your fridge arrives in good condition after transport:
✓ Remove the shelves and keep the doors closed with tape
✓ Transport the fridge upright, with the motor at the bottom.
✓ Wait at least 3 hours before plugging it back in to allow the fluids to settle.
Washing Machine
A bulky and expensive everyday item, here are some tips to protect your washing machine during transport:
- Drain your washing machine before transport,
- Remove the water inlet and drain hose from the machine,
- During the journey, secure the drum with transport brackets.
Dishwasher
A few tips to make sure your dishwasher arrives in good condition after transport:
- Drain your dishwasher before transport,
- Remove the filters, place the drain hose at floor level to drain the water as quickly as possible,
- Close the dishwasher door,
- Secure the drain and water inlet hoses to the machine with tape.
Draining a dishwasher is essential before moving it.
Oven and Microwave
These two kitchen essentials must be well packed for transport. Before sending your oven or your microwave, make sure to:
- Remove racks, glass trays and other dishes and protect them,
- Protect the oven and microwave glass with a blanket or cardboard.
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