Drain It Before You Move It
A washing machine holds gallons of water you can't see. Move it without draining and you'll flood the floor and the truck. Here's the method.
Shut Off the Water
Turn off both hot and cold supply valves behind the machine. Run a final drain/spin cycle to empty the drum.
Disconnect and Drain the Hoses
Unscrew the two supply hoses and the drain hose. Drain each into a bucket — expect a half gallon of water.
Keep It Upright
Like a fridge, a washer moves upright. The drum suspension is designed for vertical orientation; tipping it lays residual water into the motor.
Secure the Drum
Install the transport bolts (from the manual) to lock the drum. Without them, the drum bangs in transit and damages the suspension. A blanket stuffed in the drum is a poor substitute.
Tape the Cord and Hoses
Tape the power cord and three hoses to the back so they don't catch on door frames. A snagged hose pulls the fitting and leaks at the new install.
Appliance Dolly
A washer weighs 150-200 lbs. Strap it to an appliance dolly, two people. Don't drag it — the feet scratch and the cabinet warps.
Install at the New Place
Reconnect the supply hoses (new ones beat reusing old, cracked ones), the drain hose, and level the feet. Run an empty cycle before the first real load to confirm no leaks.
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