On Mar 29, 9:34*pm, Terry wrote:
I plan to buy a new refrigerator. *I then want to take my old one to
give to a relative.

Is it bad to lay it over in the bed of the truck, or should I try to
move it standing?

I don't really have anywhere to load or unload it upright. *I will
almost have to lay it on it's side to get it in the truck.

Stolen without permission from:

http://www.acmehowto.com/howto/appli...rator/move.php

Can I Lay the Refrigerator on its Side?

Avoid laying a refrigerator on its side. The oil in the compressor can
flow into the cooling lines when the refrigerator is tipped onto its
side. When returned to an upright position, there is a risk that the
oil will not completely drain from the cooling lines and the
refrigerator will not cool.

If you have to lay the fridge over, try to avoid laying it completely
flat. Instead tip it to an angle by placing a box under the top of the
fridge; this will help to keep the oil in the compressor. Also, there
are several lines connected to the compressor. The cooling and
discharge lines should be oriented to face up. You must keep the oil
out of these lines. Laying the refrigerator over with the tubes facing
up will minimize the risk of fouling the lines.

When you have the refrigerator in place at its destination, leave it
upright for a few hours before plugging it in. This will give the oil
an opportunity to flow back into the compressor. After plugging it in,
it is not unusual for the fridge to take up to 72 hours to return to
its low temperatures, especially if the fridge is empty.

If after all your effort the refrigerator won't cool, your
refrigerator may be in its defrost cycle, so be patient, about 6
hours, for the cycle to complete. Otherwise, there may be oil in the
lines. In that case, you will need professional repair.