Our machine has developed a very strong burned rubber smell. Cleaning with vinegar did not help. Has anyone else experienced this problem?
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No, I have had mine for just over 6 months and have not noticed anything like that.
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No but, Hamilton Beach should be the one handling the warrantee. I would contact them, as long as your year is not up. I had one of their blenders I had an issue with and they sent a replacement part, with no problem. We actually look for their brand of products because all of the HB products we've tried have been top knotch.
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Haven't had the problem, we've been using the coffee pot daily for the last month and a half.
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Yes. I did experience the same issue with mine. Tried to return the machine but amazon did not allowed me to do so. I dont use the machine any more as the coffee always smells burned.
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I am an electronics engineer and usually any burnt smell from equipment or appliances is not a good sign. It takes quite a bit of curent to boil the water in the coffe maker. Make sure the cord or plug are not getting hot to the touch. If the plug is getting hot you might have a loose connection or defective power receptacle in the wall. If the plug is not getting hot and the smell is from the inside of the coffee maker I would call the company with the model number and the serial number. It can be hard to read but it is stamped on the bottom. If the device is under warranty they should send you a new one. This burnt smell could be a safety issue so call them and tell them you have a safety concern. Try 1-800-851-8900. I'm still lovin my Hamilton Beach Machine. Ron in Virginia Beach
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This coffee maker is really awesome as you can make a whole pot of coffee or a single k-cup. This way, it's easy to please everyone in the family.
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Actually I have no idea about this question, mine has something wrong too right after we received the cleaner, I already returned the machine. Sorry about your cleaner, maybe u can ask the customer service to figure out what happened there. Good luck.
2235890
Not sure what that smell is caused from. Didn't have any problem with mine, as far as odor. I'd ask Whirlpool about it. Maybe you can get a replacement. Good luck!!!
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That's odd! I routinely wash mine in the washing machine with hot water and a gentle detergent and haven't yet encountered that problem. You could try a hot wash with a mix of 1/3 bleach and 2/3 water or try a but if vinegar in the wash. Those might help with smell, just make sure to do an extra rinse cycle with both. Also try line drying in sun??
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Hmm it shouldn't smell like rubber. I would bring it back to the store and exchange it for a new one.
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I believe so ! Its Brand New ! I am sure that will go away ! are you sure there was no plastic touching it when u plugged it in !?!? Does it smell like plastic or rubber burning ?
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Not sure, maybe it's old? Mine did not and doesn't smell bad now. Good luck.
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I have had mine over a year with no problems. I don't think it would be the machine itself. The filter is possibly the problem. If it doesn't have the charcoal portion it will not filter the odors. If it is an electrical smell, it could possibly be faulty. If it is a grease smell it would be the lubricant for the fan. The ionizer will cause its own unusual odor but it is not that bad. I have had 2 similar models over the past 23 years.....the main thing is to change filters regularly & purchase the filters with charcoal.Hope this helps.
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Ok ... I called Bunn about this issue today and the customer service rep said that this smell occurs with some machines and goes away in 2 - 4 weeks. She said there is no danger and no malfunction. Something to do with epoxy hardening and conforming to the thermal tank.
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Nope. The smell was probably from the electronic components on the inside. Mine finally burned out & I replaced the power supply diodes. (I have an electronic background) For a less than industrial grade cleaner this little fellow has given me my money worth. Over a thousand cycles. However it is not sturdy enough to handle extended high time settings. The liquid should get hot, but I think this is the problem for the circuit board; Insufficient cooling on the inside to vent the heat away from the circuit board. I installed a micro pancake cooling fan & have had no further problems on any setting. If you have a friend that is electronic savy this is a simple & cheap modification. Hope this helps Nope. The smell was probably from the electronic components on the inside. Mine finally burned out & I replaced the power supply diodes. (I have an electronic background) For a less than industrial grade cleaner this little fellow has given me my money worth. Over a thousand cycles. However it is not sturdy enough to handle extended high time settings. The liquid should get hot, but I think this is the problem for the circuit board; Insufficient cooling on the inside to vent the heat away from the circuit board. I installed a micro pancake cooling fan & have had no further problems on any... » Read More Nope. The smell was probably from the electronic components on the inside. Mine finally burned out & I replaced the power supply diodes. (I have an electronic background) For a less than industrial grade cleaner this little fellow has given me my money worth. Over a thousand cycles. However it is not sturdy enough to handle extended high time settings. The liquid should get hot, but I think this is the problem for the circuit board; Insufficient cooling on the inside to vent the heat away from the circuit board. I installed a micro pancake cooling fan & have had no further problems on any setting. If you have a friend that is electronic savy this is a simple & cheap modification. Hope this helps « Show Less
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Hi Jo,I don't know because out unit does't have those smell.Is it brand new? Maybe that's one of the reasons. Let it work for a while and see how it's gonna happen. If it doesn't change at all, you should send it back soon! Hope this help!
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I washed it in my washing machine, let it soak a bit to try to get out the strong rubber odor. Then I let it air dry. It helped a lot!
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There may be a plastic smell when you first use it and that's normal, it will go away with use. If you by any chance smell burning plastic, then that might be a torn seal ring. For more trouble shooting, please call Oster direct for info, parts, and replacements.
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The smell was not bad on mine, but if it were, I would wipe it down with a solution of 3:1 white vinegar and water. Hope this helps.
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Update...after asking this question, I contacted Gilmour and they promptly responded, suggesting I soak the item in white distilled vinegar for a few hours (except the bowl, of course). This certainly did the trick! It works like new again.
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I know what you are talking about -- I get a smell from mine. It is almost like a burnt plastic smell. It notice it when I clean up after making the coffee. It seems to be coming from the area where the filter and water is stored. It still makes a great cup of coffee so I tend to ignore the odor. I'm hoping it lessens overtime.
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I had the same problem. I turned it on high setting and quickly turned it off when I smelled something burning. The next day, I turned it to low, then medium, then high setting with no problem. Not sure where the smell comes from.