Fish Odor? Does anyone else have a problem with the Honeywell 17000 HEPA QuietCare Air Cleaner producing a horrible fish odor? The smell goes away a few hours after you turn it off and comes back as soon as you turn it back on. Fish Odor? Does anyone else have a problem with the Honeywell 17000 HEPA QuietCare Air Cleaner producing a horrible fish odor? The smell goes away a few hours after you turn it off and comes back... » Read More Fish Odor? Does anyone else have a problem with the Honeywell 17000 HEPA QuietCare Air Cleaner producing a horrible fish odor? The smell goes away a few hours after you turn it off and comes back as soon as you turn it back on. « Show Less
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Yes, ours just began doing this last night. We have had these for over a year and all 3 of our room units began doing it the same day. I am still trying to track down the reason behind this.
343772
Mine just started doing this after somewhat heavier use the last couple weeks. What is the solution?
343773
I bought the 17005 used and it has been giving off a vomit-like odor since I got it. I installed a new pre-filter so I think the permanent filter must be releasing odors. I wish it was washable, not just vacuum - the smells might come out better. I do not want to drop another $40 for a new filter. That would be almost what I paid for the air cleaner!
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Yes, we also got a same problem. We've used the 17000 for 2 years without any problem. But, suddenly, it started smell fishy. We bought a new HEPA filter and replaced the old smelly one. After around 3 months, the same fishy smell started again. Now, we don't use it because we don't want to pay more on the HEPA filter. One very suspicious cause, we thought, is the scented candle.
200434
THANK YOU! I am so excited to see this. I bought it a year ago, but turned it off month ago because I hated the smell it produced. I wondered if the smell was ozone, but it's not supposed to produce ozone. However, a friend said that the ionization (the PlasmaWave part) turns oxygen into ozone, so...it does produce ozone. Glad to know that I can turn off the PlasmaWave. I'm going to clean it out and start it up again and see if it still produces that unpleasant smell.
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At first I thought it had a slight fish smell but it didn't last n now I don't smell it at all. But the little sample of cold plasma smelled bad. I haven't used it. Just received a new kit so will see how that cold plasma smells. I like the product (sub D) but only see maybe 30-40% improvement.
633073
Judy, sorry in haven't had that problem YET I can tell you the odors in our boat are gone it's an amazing product I purchased two more for home I placed one in the living area and one in the basement both areas smell fresh!
1956320
Mine had the odor for maybe a couple days but if you use it frequently, the odor goes away. I try to run it with the "COOL" setting off for a few minutes before shutting it down when I am done with it. That seems to work for me as I haven't had any odor from it for weeks.
2263282
This is good for any smells that are in the air. After frying fish the smell was gone within 30 minutes. I love this air purifier.
1673183
Hi Sue D., No it does not have an odor at all. I can't stand the smell of fish so if it did, trust me I would have noticed. We really liked the product, it cleared up our dogs coat within weeks. Have recommended it to others.
1893790
there may be some plasticky smell off a new unit. that just means it was recently manufactured instead of sitting on shelf for awhile. try letting it run on low for awhile. i just keep mine on overnight. it eventually goes away. if it continues still, ask to exchange.
1179123
I bought my IQAir filter sometime around April 2010, and have replaced the HEPA filter once. I bought a spare filter in November, but the replacement light has not gone off yet. I usually run the fan at about Speed 1 or 2, and it is usually on 24/7.
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There is a smell, but it doesnt seem to bother me or my son. I did have this unit for one year and one week and the motor caught fire, unit shut itself off, I happen to be rained out from work this day, smelled the burning smell, pulled the plug, contacted Kaz, who I think owns Honeywell, was sent a prepaid ups postage ticket, sent back the defected one ( I believe in the maker to take back the defected product and have a tech rip it apart and find out why it did what it did to make the product better), as soon as kaz saw tracking number, they sent a new one out to me. I wanted a refund, but kaz said replacement was my only option.I will have to watch the unit now. It does work well, pre-filter grabs so much dust,dirt,hair and has to be replaced every 3 weeks. I don't mind replacing pre-filter every 3 weeks. I see all the stuff it grabs, and seeing all the hair,dust,dirt on the filter, I know it works. Maybe take some pure lavender mixed with water and spay the larger main filter, let dry and see what happens.
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Does the smoke wreak through the floor? I would run the ozonator at overnight and then turn it off and just run the ionizer all of the time to circulate the air. The first Living Fresh Ionizer I purchased was when I lived in Indiana and had a massage therapy business and did a lot of essential oils and pain creams; worked wonderful on the odor as I had many clients with allergies. The last Ionizer (this one), I purchased because I had renters that had 2 dogs I didn't know about and pretty much ruined the cement floor in the sunroom. The stench was awful so after scrubbing the sunroom floor about 5 times, I purchased the ionizer and it took care of it beautifully!! The only other thing I can say is that the ozonator is pretty strong on the lowest setting so you would have to adjust accordingly but I think it would work for you. Maybe you could talk to the person who has the bar below you and suggest he purchase one to help both of you....you surely can't beat the price and its worth a try....If something happens to the one I have, I will buy another!! hope this helps
1232623
I noticed an interesting odor when I first started operating the humidifier however that subsided within a day or so. Almost smelled like new plastic if that makes sense. Hope this helps!
2257459
I did have a funny odor...something like oil or plastic when I first got this fan. The smell is gone now...took about a week of use to subside. The longer you leave it on the faster it will dissipate. I only used it at night, and then only on occasion because it is still so cold in NY.....Keep running it and it will go away soon!!!
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I found the smell very objectionable. I use this Blueair to clean the air in my bedroom (saferoom) due to chemical sensitivities and allergies and cannot tolerate the smell. I have the new filter airing outside, waiting for it to off gas - it's been out there 3 days and nights and the smell is faint, but still there. Meanwhile, I vacuumed the old filter and am using it until the new is tolerable (it's been just under 6 months so not even too old yet).
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From what I remember I purchased this one because it did not, I had read on a website that ionizer for asthma is not good. However I will add that I returned this because it began to smell like 'fish'. the Honeywell people said it was due to water getting into the filter. Well I could not figure out what could have happened it was only a week or two so I returned it and decided not to bother with one. My daughter bought one from costco from Blueair that was significantly more money and not ionizer either and she really likes it with no problems.
560496
Hi, I have exactly the same problem with the Healtmate Plus which I received and the noise. I was told by the seller to run it for sometime. Is the smell from your machine gone by now?
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We were having problems with our tank sensor light not working. Read about this product and gave it a try. The sensor light dysfunction cleared up after two tank applications. We purchased this product Fall of 2014. Because we live in FL, sometimes our tanks have a bad odor in the heat of the summer. Unfortunately, I can't attest to its performance during the hot humid FL weather as yet. To further address your question, yes, this product takes the place of the pucks, liquid or other powders used to control odor and break down solids in your black water tank. So far we have been pleased with the performance of this product and would recommend it. Dual purpose also, cleans the toilet bowl before flushing. We were having problems with our tank sensor light not working. Read about this product and gave it a try. The sensor light dysfunction cleared up after two tank applications. We purchased this product Fall of 2014. Because we live in FL, sometimes our tanks have a bad odor in the heat of the summer. Unfortunately, I can't attest to its performance during the hot humid FL weather as yet. To further address your question, yes, this product takes the place of the pucks, liquid or other powders used to control odor and break down solids in your black water tank. So far we have been pleased... » Read More We were having problems with our tank sensor light not working. Read about this product and gave it a try. The sensor light dysfunction cleared up after two tank applications. We purchased this product Fall of 2014. Because we live in FL, sometimes our tanks have a bad odor in the heat of the summer. Unfortunately, I can't attest to its performance during the hot humid FL weather as yet. To further address your question, yes, this product takes the place of the pucks, liquid or other powders used to control odor and break down solids in your black water tank. So far we have been pleased with the performance of this product and would recommend it. Dual purpose also, cleans the toilet bowl before flushing. « Show Less