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Title: Compressors , hardwood floors Post by: Kilroy on March 18, 2007, 12:23:43 pm I searched the archives, and haven't found this discussion before, so I ask the board for advice.
Sohrt story drawn out and rambling excessively, I am storing my V39 at a friend's house, while I search for a new place to call home, and it was cheaper than renting a self storage unit. The flooring is hardwood, and while felt pads have been placed on the legs, the question came up on whether the cpmpressor would or could generate heat to damage the woodwork. I've seen machines on carpeting, on tile and linoleum floors, and while I can suggest leaving it turned off, to me that's like buying a muscle car, and parking it . Any thoughts or experience will be appreciated. Title: Compressors , hardwood floors Post by: aspbear1 on March 18, 2007, 12:52:44 pm I have harwood floors, but my machines are on a tile floor. I would not personally set them on a hardwood floor without a barrier of some sort. Maybe get one of those pads they put air conditioners on and put some felt under the pad. Over time the heat and the chance of moisture would damage the harwood.
Title: Compressors , hardwood floors Post by: collecture on March 18, 2007, 12:53:35 pm If the compressor is operating normally, I cannot see how it would generate enough heat to damage the floors.
According to my manuals, there should be one inch clearance between the bottom of the cabinet and floor. He would need to monitor the condensation jar though. Title: Compressors , hardwood floors Post by: Creighton on March 18, 2007, 02:40:00 pm Just to be safe I'd use 2 2x4s laid flat under the legs. This would spread the weight and give extra clearance. Ditto on checking the jar often.
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