Moving A Freezer, How Long Before I Can Plug It Back In?

[kia cat]

Just shifted upright freezer. On its side for about 2- 3 hours max. When can I plug it back in, please? Thx

[Old_Geezer]

Shouldn't you turn it back upright first ?

[ubasses]

Let it stand for at least 4 hours, 6 if you can.

[kia cat]

Thanks ubasses. At least one normal answer! X

[ImLostAgain]

Bit late now but when moving fridges/freezers you should always keep the top higher than the base, even if just slightly.
As for how long to let it stand, the longer the better.

[Old_Geezer]

But still no clue as to why it is left on it's side.

[kia cat]

Der, getting it in the car!

[murraymints]

http://www.whitegoodshelp.co.uk/leaving-fridge-or-freezer-to-stand/

[Postdog]

Well, you're a bit rude and mouthy aren't you. You did actually get a sensible answer about putting it upright first, and all you can do is be sarcastic.

[diddlydo]

We've just had a new freezer delivered and the instructions said to let it stand for 12 hours before switching on.