Electronics
Your electronics may need special attention before they can be transported safely.
Home Computer
For specific questions on protecting the hard drive call your authorized dealer.
Disconnect all wires.
Original packing containers are recommended, if available. If not, make sure the van line packs all components.
At the new residence, allow the system to warm to room temperature before connection at destination.
Your cargo coverage does not cover the transport of diskettes or tapes. We recommend you transport these separately.
Satellite Dish
Contact an electrician or dealer to disassemble and reassemble.
Your carrier will charge a special handling/shipment fee, which requires authorization from your Schroeder Counselor according to your company policy.
Stereo Equipment
Original packing containers are recommended, if available.
Disconnect all wires and mark them accordingly.
At your new residence, allow all components to adjust to room temperature (approximately 24 hours).
Television
No special packaging required for most models.
Smaller models may be packed if safer for transporting.
Big/wide screen televisions may need crating and need 24 hours to adjust to room temperature before connection at destination.
Plasma televisions require crating for safe transport. Please advise your Schroeder Counselor in advance of pack day that you have this specialty item.
Microwave Oven
Remove and pack all glass trays separately.
Clean thoroughly (especially important if shipment goes to storage).
Ceiling fan/Chandelier
Prior to move an electrician must disconnect the fixtures.
These fixtures will need special packaging.
Ask your Schroeder Counselor about scheduling service at origin and destination.
Copiers/Printers
Contact your dealer or manufacturer for instructions on how to prepare for a move.
It is your responsibility to remove all toner cartridges. The carrier does not remove toner cartridges, and damages caused by toner spillage are not covered under the transit policy.
