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    Taking Apart A TV - How Careful Must I Be?

    I'm taking apart this old Sony we've had for awhile now. It has been sitting in the backyard through winter, so it was exposed to the elements. I've heard there is something of an initial charge inside TVs like this. I took a picture to show you all what I'm talking about, so I can be careful. I've never done this before, and I'm kinda nervous.





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    If it's been sittin around that long unplugged yer good buddy. They hold a charge after you've plugged them in for about 48 hours. So i reckon you dont have anything to worry about.

    By the way, that big green circuit board on top of that tube, pull that off. DONT try and twist it off, because more than likely you'll break the glass. Which is a no-no.

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    The tube is actually a vacuum. Here's how to scrap a TV:
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    Quote Originally Posted by Mick View Post
    The tube is actually a vacuum. Here's how to scrap a TV:
    That video was awesome, thanks so much.

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    Breaking the tube glass doesn't do anything since it's a vacuum of air. You'll hear a big whoosh of air for a few seconds, then it's done. I usually cut all wires before removing the circuit board at the spearhead of the tube.

    Also I've been told if you press the power button on/off a couple times, will release any electrical charge that may be still stored inside.

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    peak-id lil a$$? Aint here to start issues but man i dont know if thats an insult or a compliment.


    Quote Originally Posted by Mechanic688 View Post
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    The tube glass is actually full of some sort of gas, thats harmful if inhaled. Thats why you dont break the glass, thats also why they are considered "hazardous waste".



    Quote Originally Posted by rca987 View Post
    Breaking the tube glass doesn't do anything since it's a vacuum of air. You'll hear a big whoosh of air for a few seconds, then it's done. I usually cut all wires before removing the circuit board at the spearhead of the tube.

    Also I've been told if you press the power button on/off a couple times, will release any electrical charge that may be still stored inside.

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    Last edited by Mick; 05-09-2011 at 05:36 AM.

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    There is no gas in the tube. That is why it is called a vacuum tube. There is a vacuum inside consisting of no gas, no air, nothing in that space at all. A sharp blow to the front will cause it to implode rather than explode.

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    It's considered hazardous waste because of the large amounts of Lead used in the glass. The Gov't doesn't want you to dump it because that lead may leech out into the soil or water table.
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    This post was so very helpful and especially the youtube video above. I kind of reminded me im being a lil to gentle with this crap i got a lot more done today on the tv's and microwaves i scrapped in less time. Which thanks again on both of those til i found this site i was turning down tv's and microwaves.

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    peak-id lil a$$?
    Hey Hoss, wasn't throwing any rocks your way, guess I'm showing my age with that saying. Something my Grandma used to say. Here is a definition of it according to Webster's dictionary; (Sickly; not robust ) If I offended you, I'm sorry,,,

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    Oh shoot boss you didnt offend me haha. I just wasnt sure what it mean. I'm learned now. Haha.

    Quote Originally Posted by Mechanic688 View Post
    Hey Hoss, wasn't throwing any rocks your way, guess I'm showing my age with that saying. Something my Grandma used to say. Here is a definition of it according to Webster's dictionary; (Sickly; not robust ) If I offended you, I'm sorry,,,

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    Ahhhh, thank you. Sorry for posting the confusion then. I always thought that when i used to go out and shoot em, the white "powder" id see flying out, was lead or something! Haha, now i know. Appreciate it.


    Quote Originally Posted by Saroro View Post
    It's considered hazardous waste because of the large amounts of Lead used in the glass. The Gov't doesn't want you to dump it because that lead may leech out into the soil or water table.


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