Question for RecycleMichael about dead microwaves

[rwarn17588]

I would have PM'ed you about this, but I thought perhaps other people reading this would use the answer you provide.

Here it is:

My microwave oven died. I got a new one. Is there a place that recycles old microwaves? Or does it simply qualify for the city's large-item pickup?

[RecycleMichael]

It is legal to dispose of a microwave oven with regular trash and you can put a small one out with the regular trash and a large one can be picked up by calling the City of Tulsa bulky waste pickup at 596-9777.

I do not know of any appliance dealers who would want this broken appliance, but you might call the repair guys with your model number in case they want parts.

I don't know what part of the microwave oven could be considered hazardous, but I will ask around.

[jdb]

"what part of the microwave oven could be considered hazardous?" - curious mind

The part that falls off a two story building and koncks you on the head.

I just used a "message Icon", so, who said old dogs can't still chew a meaty bone?

[inteller]

microwaves are only radioactive when they are on.  Its not like you are throwing away depleted uranium or something.[}:)]

[cannon_fodder]

They use radio waves (microwaves...), not radiation.

Too bad too, I need some plutonium for my time machine.

[Double A]

Okie recycling- use it for target practice.