Can't reformat hard drive iMac before recycling 10.6.8 running

How can I reformat my hard drive on an older iMac where I lost the beginning upward and the recovery disks? I'm running OS X 10.6.8 version. Whenever I try to start by now the keys order and R it just starts normally.

Recovery does not work on this computer, unless he qualifies for an update of the firmware.

You will need to get the original installation discs since it's the only way to do it-call Apple and give them your serial number.

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