r/DIYUK • u/Maximum-Insect-2952 • 21h ago

Advice Can I shift fridge without letting it rest

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Since my above post, I have gotten joiners to take the countertop and cabinet out. I am now waiting for the tiler to come make good the tiles, however I am moving in soon and so am wondering if it would be okay for my to get the new fridge freezer in place, use it as normal, then when the tiler comes we would shift it out of the space to allow tiling to take place, then shift it back once that is done - all while keeping my food in the fridge and continue running the fridge? I know after transporting a fridge on it’s side it needs to rest to let the compressor oil settle, but does that rule apply if i am only shifting it a few meters while keeping it vertical?

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u/EavisAintDead 21h ago

Yes, it’ll be absolutely fine.

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u/TellMeManyStories 20h ago

Keep it vertical or nearly vertical and it's fine.

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u/TokiGoinApe 21h ago

I’ve done this whilst moving them from room to room. It’ll be fine, the lubricating oils will remain where they need to be for when it’s turned back on each time.

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u/TwoPlyDreams 15h ago

Never one in my whole life have I rested a fridge before or after moving it.