Can you recycle microwaves?
🏭 Recycling centre
WEEE — recycling centre or retailer take-back on replacement delivery.
Microwaves are small mixed WEEE: recycling centre electricals container, or free retailer take-back when a new one is delivered. Working ones donate via charity electrical shops (they PAT test).
Which bin does it go in?
WEEE — recycling centre or retailer take-back on replacement delivery.
🏭 Find the nearest suitable location
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