Are there transit bolts on this dryer?

Where are transit bolts located?

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Quote from Youtube video: If the drum was left unsecured bumps during delivery could damage your machine. When you set up your new washer remember to remove the transit bolts from the rear of your appliance.

How do you remove the bolts from the back of a dryer?

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Quote from Youtube video: You will need either a spanner or a socket locate the bolt head. And unwind in the anti-clockwise. Direction. Until the bolt and spacer can be removed in one. Go.

Do Beko tumble dryers have transit bolts?

The transit bolts need to be removed when the appliance is in place. They are designed to hold the drum in a fixed position when being transported. Failure to remove this will void the warranty, so please refer to the appliance manual for additional guidance.

Can I transport a tumble dryer on its side?

It is not recommended to lay the dryer on its side or back during transporting. Exception: Spacemaker Unitized washer/dryer models should only be transported / moved in an upright position.

Do all washing machines come with transit bolts?

Normally when you get your new washing machine there will be two (rare), three or four transit bolts fitted through the rear panel of the washing machine that fix to the outer tank of the washing machine.

Do Hoover tumble dryers have transit bolts?

The machine is delivered with transit bolts fitted in the back of the machine. These must be removed before you use the appliance, failure to remove them will make the machine very noisy and lead to damage to the product.

What happens if you don’t remove transit bolts?

If you do not remove the transit bolts correctly you risk damage to your washing machine, in some cases this can be considerable, to the point where you can comprehensively wreck your shiny new washing machine.

How do you remove transit bolts?

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Quote from Youtube video: Expect. Once it's fully undone remove. The bolt. And its holder. And then cover the hole with a supplied cap.

Is it necessary to remove transit bracket?

Installing and moving your washing machine may require you to remove the transit bolts. These are fitted to hold the drum in position when transporting and will cause the washing machine to move and damage if not removed before use.

Why can’t you lay a dryer on its side?

If a dryer is placed on its back, it may not lay flat when transported, which makes it probable that the machine will be knocked and jostled more than necessary, which is likely to cause more damage than laying it on its side or keeping it upright.

How can I lift my dryer by myself?

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Quote from Youtube video: It goes right up against the washer you disconnect the dryer from behind is usually just four Phillips head screws that you have to remove.

How do you move a dryer by yourself?

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Quote from Youtube video: The first thing we should do is to make sure that the 11 legs are pushed up into the base of the dryer or remove them completely so that we don't break them during transport.

Can you transport a brand new washing machine on its back?

When you move your washer, first replace the shipping bolts that were originally in the back of the washer. This keeps the drum from moving inside the washer and protects it from damage. Also, make sure your washer is placed in the moving van upright. Shipping your washer on its side, front, or back can damage it.

How do you move a front load washer and dryer?

How to Transport a Front Load Washer

1. Slide your front-load washer away from the wall far enough to access the power cord. …
2. Place a bucket on the floor behind your washer. …
3. Move your washer from the laundry room. …
4. Find the shipping bolts that were removed when your washer was first delivered.

Do Bosch washing machines have transit bolts?

All new washing machines are fitted with a transit bolts to protect the machine against damage in transit.

Do you have to remove transit bolts from washing machine?

The transit bolts need to be removed when the appliance is being installed. They are designed to hold the drum in a fixed position while being transported. Failure to remove this will void the warranty, so please refer to the appliance manual for additional guidance.

Why do washing machines have transit bolts?

A transit bolt, also called a washer shipping bolt, is installed through the back a washing machine to keep the tub from moving around during shipping.

How do you secure a washing machine drum for transport?

Preventing a washing machine’s drum from excessive motion during your move will protect the suspension from breaking. You can do this by securing the drum with shipping bolts or transit bolts. These metal rods are inserted into special slots in the rear of the washer to secure the drum.

How much does the average dryer weigh?

The range is narrower for dryers. Small dryers can weigh as little as 100 pounds while larger ones can weigh up to 170 pounds.



On average, washing machines weigh 170 pounds, and dryers weigh 124 pounds.

How do you move a washer and dryer by yourself?

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Quote from Youtube video: First run a short normal cycle to clean the drum and drain lines afterward leave it with the top or door open so any remaining water will fully evaporate next disconnect the power cord.