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    How to scrap water fountain

    Anyone every scrap a metal water fountain? It like one in a school Any tips? Any dangers?

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    Lots of copper. No warnings. I have pictures on this site if you're interested. Search "water fountain" and that should get it.

    Actually "water cooler" but I found it and posted a link.
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    Drinking fountains and water coolers have compressors in them and freon.
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    The tops are ss on most of them. The spout sould be brass.


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