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08-08-2012, 10:57 PM
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Old Freezer made in 1991 with 5.5 ounces of R-12...need help
i have an old frigidaire free standing freezer which was made in 1991. i want to get rid of. but i cant because i need to get rid of the R-12 gas in the compressor.
does anyone know if this gas is harmful to people, is it toxic? or flammable? i plan on getting rid of it near an open window. should i wear a towel over my mouth, and gloves when i cut the line? 
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08-09-2012, 12:30 PM
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Its illegal to vent R12 to atmosphere like you're planning.
Check out an R12 MSDS sheet for more information to answer your health related question.
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08-09-2012, 12:37 PM
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08-09-2012, 12:57 PM
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It's rather inert and non-toxic to people. The only caveat is to not expose it to a flame, where it converts to phosgene, a harmful chemical that was used in the early days of chemical warfare. I'm guessing that's why it was illegal to use old propane containers to store freon. A lapse in memory could easily kill you.
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08-09-2012, 01:19 PM
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R-12 is valuable $$$ and sought after. Call a large appliance repair company and ask if they will come to your home and remove the R-12 for free if they get to keep it for themselves. They have a copper line tap tool for that purpose. Please don't vent to the atmosphere.
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08-09-2012, 09:03 PM
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08-10-2012, 07:26 AM
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08-10-2012, 08:18 AM
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08-10-2012, 08:52 AM
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Phillip, what do you mean you "can't get rid of the fridge?" In Ann Arbor, the city picks up old refrigerators and dehumidifiers, then sets them aside for freon reclamation by a professional. They've been doing this since at least 1994. Your community doesn't?
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08-10-2012, 10:14 AM
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