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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:09:26 PM EDT
[Last Edit: CRSSBNS]
Roommate and I were working on his motorcycle radiator system and he ended up with antifreeze getting on his phone. He had antifreeze residue on his hands from handling his phone and used our microwave to heat up some food. I know for a fact that the antifreeze was the ethylene glycol stuff, not the polypropylene glycol low toxicity stuff some vehicles come with.
Not sure if I should be looking at replacing the microwave or not because of this. Worried that whatever antifreeze was on his hands got on the food container and evaporated into the crevices and fan system in the microwave, which might re-deposit on food cooked in there in the future. What do you guys think? |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:12:18 PM EDT
[#1]
I would not worry about this at all.
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CT, USA
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:12:53 PM EDT
[#2]
I would just a new house, just to be sure.
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:12:59 PM EDT
[#3]
Extra flavour.
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:14:36 PM EDT
[#4]
Is this a parody thread?
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:15:13 PM EDT
[#5]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By nottooslow: Is this a parody thread? No I'm being serious lol |
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USA
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:15:54 PM EDT
[Last Edit: 2ANut]
[#6]
Tiny amounts won't hurt you. The danger is it tastes sweet so it encourages kids/animals to consume enough to become toxic.
A quick Google search says LD50 (dosage that is lethal in 50% of cases) is about 7.6 ounces for an adult. That is about 2/3 of a 12-ounce soda. Personally, I wouldn't worry about it, but I am not a lawyer nor did I stay in a Holiday Inn Express last night. |
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NC, USA
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:16:06 PM EDT
[Last Edit: W202fan90]
[#7]
Antifreeze is actually a commonly consumed “recreational” beverage and as a sweet taste……
*PSA: DO NOT DRINK. EVER.
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:16:24 PM EDT
[#8]
Make him clean microwave and carry on with life.
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:16:49 PM EDT
[#9]
Originally Posted By CRSSBNS: Roommate and I were working on his motorcycle radiator system and he ended up with antifreeze getting on his phone. He had antifreeze residue on his hands from handling his phone and used our microwave to heat up some food. I know for a fact that the antifreeze was the ethylene glycol stuff, not the polypropylene glycol low toxicity stuff some vehicles come with. Not sure if I should be looking at replacing the microwave or not because of this. Worried that whatever antifreeze was on his hands got on the food container and evaporated into the crevices and fan system in the microwave, which might re-deposit on food cooked in there in the future. What do you guys think? Throw two cups of water in a pyrex. Microwave for 8 minutes. Wipe the steam/condensation off the inside with a paper towel. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:17:25 PM EDT
[#10]
I'd just clean it well
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:17:43 PM EDT
[#11]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 2ANut: Tiny amounts won't hurt you. The danger is it tastes sweet so it encourages kids/animals to consume enough to become toxic. A quick Google search says LD50 is about 7.6 ounces for an adult. That is about 2/3 of a 12-ounce soda. Personally, I wouldn't worry about it, but I am not a lawyer nor did I stay in a Holiday Inn Express last night. I know its a minuscule amount thats in there, I'm more worried about the continued exposure to it, with it soaking into my food every time I cook it. I use the microwave about 2-3 times a day. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:20:52 PM EDT
[#12]
As long as your makeup isn't smudged, you should be OK.
JFC. "My boyfriend contaminated my microwave" 
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:21:23 PM EDT
[#13]
lol, Do people really worry about useless shit like this?
Clean the microwave and forget it, the small amount on his hands wouldn't harm a mouse, but I guess you could put a mouse in the microwave and turn it on, if the mouse is dead, you have your answer. Don't do this, you might turn into Mickey Mouse. I'm a mechanic, and wash my hands before using the microwave, but I'm sure there are still chemicals on my hands to some degree when I use it, but I'd worry more about all the chemicals the microwave is built with before worrying about the small amount still on my hands. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:23:01 PM EDT
[#14]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CRSSBNS: I know its a minuscule amount thats in there, I'm more worried about the continued exposure to it, with it soaking into my food every time I cook it. I use the microwave about 2-3 times a day. Then throw it out and buy a new one that's full of chemicals from the start. They're full of plastic, that was made from petroleum products, plus all kinds of other shit that we don't know about. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:23:58 PM EDT
[#15]
He had antifreeze residue on his hands... |
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PA, USA
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:26:17 PM EDT
[#16]
Air fryer for the win. It’s like a little oven that heats up fast.
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:26:43 PM EDT
[#17]
Clean the microwave. Move on with life.
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:27:51 PM EDT
[Last Edit: aiba7x]
[#18]
id be FAR more worried about all the microwave rays youre putting into your own food 2-3 times a day
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:27:58 PM EDT
[#19]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CRSSBNS: I know its a minuscule amount thats in there, I'm more worried about the continued exposure to it, with it soaking into my food every time I cook it. I use the microwave about 2-3 times a day. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:34:06 PM EDT
[#20]
Move on, not even worth thinking about...
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:36:31 PM EDT
[#21]
First mistake is having a roommate. Second is having one that doesn't wash their hands. Just sayin'
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Posted: 9/11/2024 1:40:06 PM EDT
[Last Edit: CRSSBNS]
[#22]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SystemFailCoreDump: First mistake is having a roommate. Second is having one that doesn't wash their hands. Just sayin' Well, we are in the south... |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 3:09:29 PM EDT
[Last Edit: wildearp]
[#23]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CRSSBNS: I know its a minuscule amount thats in there, I'm more worried about the continued exposure to it, with it soaking into my food every time I cook it. I use the microwave about 2-3 times a day. Microwave ovens are cheaper than a psychiatric counseling session. I suggest upgrading to a GE with convection option . 
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Posted: 9/11/2024 3:16:01 PM EDT
[#24]
Is this a joke?
 You're probably fine but you may want to tannerie the microwave. It's the only way to be sure. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 5:37:32 PM EDT
[#25]
His name was CRSSBNS
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SGP
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Posted: 9/11/2024 5:42:26 PM EDT
[#26]
I would just clean it. If it were that toxic, they wouldn't use it in cars.
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Posted: 9/11/2024 5:43:08 PM EDT
[#27]
Clean microwave and move on.
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Posted: 9/11/2024 5:47:29 PM EDT
[#28]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By wildearp: Microwave ovens are cheaper than a psychiatric counseling session. I suggest upgrading to a GE with convection option . Clicked on the link & received... Last purchased Oct 23, 2023 Size: OLD 1.0 Cu. Ft It works fine, wish I would have ordered one with a larger cooking chamber. |
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USA
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Posted: 9/11/2024 5:49:37 PM EDT
[#29]
I'd burn the house down just to be safe.
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MO, USA
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Posted: 9/11/2024 5:51:59 PM EDT
[#30]
Neutralize it by peeing on it. Should be good after.
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Posted: 9/11/2024 5:57:11 PM EDT
[#31]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By beitodesstrafe: I would not worry about this at all. Same. I've been flushing a radiator while eating snacks and drinking a beer. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 5:59:26 PM EDT
[Last Edit: operatorerror]
[#32]
Ethylene glycol is tasty! Yeah it's poisonous but the antidote is...copious amounts of alcohol! Win/win!
Commence to drinking! eta Seriously. It has an interesting taste. And booze is one of the treatments for an overdose. Also seriously, don't do it. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 6:00:10 PM EDT
[#33]
Are you scared of brake clean too?
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Posted: 9/11/2024 6:06:27 PM EDT
[#34]
I've definitely gotten the green stuff in my mouth before. Still mostly ok
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Posted: 9/11/2024 7:03:21 PM EDT
[#35]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By beitodesstrafe: I would not worry about this at all. This, I’ve tasted my fair share of antifreeze. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 7:33:35 PM EDT
[Last Edit: GraboidHunter]
[#36]
Read up on the bacteria that survives in microwaves. Anti-freeze ain't nothing compared to the radiation and heat resistant killer bacteria that's growing in your microwave oven. Keyword "extremophile bacteria" should get you started.
My strategy is when the microwave gets dirty enough that I can't see through the glass anymore I throw it out and get a new one. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 7:36:08 PM EDT
[Last Edit: MilHouse-556]
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Posted: 9/11/2024 7:36:37 PM EDT
[Last Edit: CenterMass762]
[#38]
What the fuck?
There's no way this isn't a troll post. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 7:39:17 PM EDT
[#39]
when you guys need to head to the store to get a part, you definitely double up on one of your bikes
"why waste gas taking two bikes haha" haha yeah |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 7:48:00 PM EDT
[#40]
I think you should continue to focus on introducing a girl into your life. Don't share your crib with another guy - get some steady coochie in your life. Once you do that, shit like this will resolve itself on its own.
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Posted: 9/11/2024 7:58:31 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/11/2024 8:01:20 PM EDT
[#42]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By centermass181: I've definitely gotten the green stuff in my mouth before. Still mostly ok Same. I was pulling part off at a junk yard 25 years ago and got a bunch in my mouth. Still here. |
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AR, USA
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Posted: 9/11/2024 8:03:14 PM EDT
[#43]
Microwave a bowl of vinegar
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USA
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Posted: 9/11/2024 8:04:23 PM EDT
[#44]
And I shake my head at the posters worrying about meat they thawed on the counter...
OP, imagine all the plastics that must be off-gassing inside your microwave every time you fire it up, or the machining oils vaporizing off the metal panels. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 8:11:15 PM EDT
[#45]
Run it through the dishwasher.
It works for cleaning engine parts, it should work for a microwave. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 8:17:50 PM EDT
[#46]
Nobody tell him the "microwave" is short for "microwave radiation oven".
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Posted: 9/11/2024 8:20:04 PM EDT
[#47]
You do realize that the entire surface of EVERYTHING you come into contact with, has a micro thin layer of shit on it.
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USA
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Posted: 9/11/2024 8:20:21 PM EDT
[#48]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CRSSBNS: No I'm being serious lol Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CRSSBNS: Originally Posted By nottooslow: Is this a parody thread? No I'm being serious lol In that case, you may need a responsible adult guardian. Sending good thoughts. God bless. |
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Posted: 9/11/2024 8:21:57 PM EDT
[#49]
I think you should worry more about all of the toxins in the stuff you're cooking in the microwave.
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Posted: 9/11/2024 8:22:30 PM EDT
[#50]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By camarojsmith: Same. I was pulling part off at a junk yard 25 years ago and got a bunch in my mouth. Still here. Mixed with oil it tastes like maple syrup
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