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  1. 07-20-2014, 10:26 AM #1
    Scotrod
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    do not leave it near the furnace because of the electric motor

    Please explain,,,
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    It can't hurt to toss it into a black Hefty garbage bag with a twist tie to minimize air and light exposure.
    Re-tired, or Re-tard. Depends on your attitude.
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  3. 07-20-2014, 03:18 PM #3
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    Quote Originally Posted by Scotrod View Post
    do not leave it near the furnace because of the electric motor

    Please explain,,,
    My guess is that he is referring to the ozone generated by electrical motors which can indeed damage the rubber compound over time.
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  4. 07-21-2014, 08:10 AM #4
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    Quote Originally Posted by Dave Ritsema View Post
    My guess is that he is referring to the ozone generated by electrical motors which can indeed damage the rubber compound over time.
    Correct.
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