How to Package and Send a Games Console for Christmas
Find a box which is big enough to package the item., Before you place the console inside the box, remove all the wires and connectors., Wrap the actual console in protective wrapping such as bubble wrap., Once you are certain that all of the...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Find a box which is big enough to package the item.
It’s no good trying to tape two boxes together or manufacturing your own casing, as this is more likely to come apart whilst being sent to its intended address. -
Step 2: Before you place the console inside the box
This includes any memory cards which need to be stored in one of the games cases.
You might also want to include a note on the front of the games box to explain to the recipient that this is where the card has been placed. , You don’t need to protect the wires, as long as the main console unit is protected, you will prevent any damage to the most important part of the parcel. , Your parcel might be stacked at the sorting depot so you don’t want it to collapse if other parcels are placed on top. ,,, If the intended recipient argues that you haven’t sent the item and you have no receipt then you can’t prove anything. -
Step 3: remove all the wires and connectors.
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Step 4: Wrap the actual console in protective wrapping such as bubble wrap.
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Step 5: Once you are certain that all of the consoles wires and attachments are packaged and there isn’t much room for anything to move about
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Step 6: you should then add additional protective material to fill any gaps.
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Step 7: securely tape down the box and add tape for additional support to the corners of the box to make it even more secure.
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Step 8: Once the item is securely packaged
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Step 9: you can send it with a relevant courier service who will be able to collect your item and deliver it to the recipient.
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Step 10: Always get a receipt or proof of sending documentation.
Detailed Guide
It’s no good trying to tape two boxes together or manufacturing your own casing, as this is more likely to come apart whilst being sent to its intended address.
This includes any memory cards which need to be stored in one of the games cases.
You might also want to include a note on the front of the games box to explain to the recipient that this is where the card has been placed. , You don’t need to protect the wires, as long as the main console unit is protected, you will prevent any damage to the most important part of the parcel. , Your parcel might be stacked at the sorting depot so you don’t want it to collapse if other parcels are placed on top. ,,, If the intended recipient argues that you haven’t sent the item and you have no receipt then you can’t prove anything.
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