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Move the hand holding the leg stand at the front to the corner at the back, so you're holding both sides. Lift the washing machine and let it rest on your leg. Pull the appliance up to your chest and keep your arms at a 45-degree angle.Nov 4, 2021

A laundry riser, in case you weren't aware, is a platform that lifts washing machines and dryers off the floor. It's especially great for front loaders, as it raises the drum to allow for easier access—perfect for the elderly and pregnant. As an added bonus, it can also provide handy storage space below the platform.Oct 16, 2018

Your washing machine needs to stand level and balanced on its feet to function properly. An unbalanced appliance will vibrate and shake during operation. Try rocking the appliance from side to side or back and forth. If it's rocking a lot, your flooring or appliance's feet may be uneven.

Moving your washer without transit bolts is very risky, as drum suspension mechanisms are prone to damage due to vibrations and sudden jerking motions. ... Meanwhile, an appliance dolly is what you will need to get your washing machine out of your house and into a moving van. Washing machines weigh 140-230 lbs.Oct 22, 2021

The most important thing to remember when moving the machine is to keep it upright. This stops any residual water from getting into the machine's electrical wiring and damaging it. To keep it upright you can wrap the machine in a blanket or towel and tie it to a trolley, also known as a dolly.

The short answer is no, pedestals are not a necessary add-on when buying a washer but they can be extremely useful in making your machine more accessible. Pedestals usually take the form of a metal platform upon which you can rest one of the best front load washers or the best dryers.Jun 8, 2021

Washer and dryer pedestals are metal platforms or risers installed beneath front-load washers and dryers. They increase accessibility by reducing the amount of bending required to load and unload laundry. Many also have convenient drawers to provide extra storage. ... Pedestals are made for front-load washers and dryers.

Can I stack my washing machine on top of a dryer? No, you can only stack a dryer on top. Washing machines are too heavy, especially when full of water and wet clothes. They also vibrate more during operation as their spin speeds are higher, increasing the risk of accidents if stacked.Aug 9, 2017

• Raise the washer drain hose above the 28-inch mark if the drain hose connects to the bottom of the washer. Do this by loosely attaching the drain hose to the back of the washer with a cable tie threaded though any of the small openings in the back of the machine.