Refrigerator
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Useful Parts
- COMPRESSOR (Can work as handy VACUUM PUMP)
- CABINET (Source of SHEET STEEL - cut into FLAT PANELS they make good building INSULATION.)
- POWER CORD
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Dismantling Tips
- Don't hacksaw tubes - use a proper plumbers pipe cutter to avoid getting swarf into the system which could damage the compressor. Crush or seal tube ends to keep out contaminents till ready to use.
- Note that the compressor contains oil - try not to spill this out, otherwise you will only have to replace it.
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Safety Points
- Refrigerant gas may be flammable or an ozone depleting substance
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Where to Find
- Electrical appliance repairers, dumps & scrapyards.
