To move a gym set, the recommended method involves using a furniture dolly and a secure tie-down strap.
Moving a heavy or awkward gym set can be challenging, but using the right equipment makes the process much safer and more manageable. According to recommendations, you should use a furniture dolly regardless of weight, which helps bear the load and allows you to roll the equipment instead of carrying it.
Essential Tools for Moving
To successfully move your gym set following this method, you will need two primary tools:
- Furniture Dolly: A sturdy platform with wheels designed to transport heavy items. Using one is advised regardless of the gym set's weight.
- Tie-Down Strap with a Ratchet Tie: A strap used to secure the gym set firmly to the dolly, preventing movement during transit.
Step-by-Step Guide
Once you have your furniture dolly and tie-down strap ready, follow these steps to move your gym set:
- Position the Dolly: Carefully tilt or lift one side of the gym set and slide the furniture dolly underneath the heaviest or most balanced part of the base. Center the gym set on the dolly as much as possible.
- Secure with the Strap: To ensure the machine is stable on the dolly and its parts don't shift, you need to tie it down using the strap.
- Lift the base on one side of the gym set.
- Slip the strap underneath the base you just lifted.
- Bring the strap up and around the gym set, connecting it to the ratchet tie mechanism.
- Tighten your ratchet tie until the arms and legs can't move. This secures the gym set firmly to the dolly.
- Move Carefully: With the gym set securely strapped to the dolly, you can now carefully roll it to its new location. Navigate slowly, especially around corners or over thresholds.
This method provides stability and leverage, significantly reducing the physical strain and risk of damage when relocating your gym set.
