How to disconnect and move a washing machine and dryer
Weather you are moving yourself or preparing for professional movers to come you will have to disconnect your washing machine and dryer, if you plan on moving them with you. While you may be a little apprehensive, it really is a simple task that anyone can do.
First, turn off the water leading to the washer; make sure both the hot and cold-water valves are completely off. Next, set the washer to warm wash for about 30 minutes, and then turn on the spin cycle to drain all the remaining water from the washer tub. Now, you may turn off the washer. For the dryer, simply disconnect the vent pipe from the back of the dryer and from the lint trap or vent hole on the exterior wall. This is generally accomplished by a simple clap that is loosened by squeezing the ends together usually holds on the dryer vent. Once taken off it is best stored inside of the dryer.
Unplug the electrical cord from both the washer and dryer and secure it to the back of the unit with the tape. In addition, you will need to unhook the drain hose from the drainpipe and secure that to the back of the washer with the tape. If the cord and drain hose are long enough they may be draped into the wash tank. The biggest concern here is to make sure the hose and cord are secure so that they will not be caught up when moving the units.
Looking at the back of the washing machine, you’ll see water hoses. Remove them from their waterline connections. Store these lines inside the washing machine during transport.
Finally, you’ll slide the washer and dryer onto the dolly and secure with bungee cords or ropes.
At the new location, set the dryer two feet away from the wall. Connect the vent pipe to the back of the dryer and then to the new lint trap or vent hole. Plug the dryer into an outlet, and slide it into the wall making sure not to crimp the vent hose.
For the washing machine, set it one foot away from the wall. Reattach the water hoses and water taps back to the washer, using a wrench to secure them. Reconnect the drain pipe, and attach the end of the drain pipe to the laundry drain (if your new location has a floor drain, set the pipe three inches above the floor filter—this will allow for easier cleanup of lint and debris in the future).
Plug the washing machine into an outlet, and gently slide it against the wall, again, taking care not to crimp any hoses.
To ensure the machines are functioning properly, run both the washer and dryer for one full cycle each.
