Has anyone come up with a solution for the awful smell if feces isn't completely cleaned out? The only thing that concerns me is the smell.
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I use bleach (evil, I know) during an occasional cleaning cycle. If you are past your warranty, hook up the unit to the hot water supply instead of the cold water. I've been running mine like this for 3 years and no problems. If your water is super-duper hot (>180F), you may experience warping of the bowl.
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The washing solution has a fresh scent. I have very rarely noticed any left over feces or a smell once it starts cleaning. If your cat has diarrhea that might pose a different problem. However normal bowel movements are removed easily. I have mine set to cat activation and it works wonderfully.
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There isn't one - it just happens from time to time when the machine runs a cycle. When the machine bakes some of the waste it is awful smell which will go away within an hour, but it is horrible while it lasts.
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There is only the smell directly after they go. To me there is 90% less smell than with a regular cat box with the best. I suggest you buy the unscented solution. The solution that comes with the catgenie is quite strong. Its a clean smell but strong and it dissipates. My genie always cleans completely. I set mine to clean 10 minutes after the cat uses it which also will extend the solution uses.
1975466
I use bleach (evil, I know) during an occasional cleaning cycle. If you are past your warranty, hook up the unit to the hot water supply instead of the cold water. I've been running mine like this for 3 years and no problems. If your water is super-duper hot (&gt;180F), you may experience warping of the bowl.
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I didn't notice a smell either. Sounds terrible, I'm so sorry you are dealing with that.
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The bath needs to stay clean. Algae, bird poop,etc throws them off. Ours seem to work well as long as it stays clean. There is probably something better out there, I've not found it yet. Squriels (sic) are a big problem though. Wish I could help more.
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I've had it for about 4 months with no issues. There is usually only an odor when its been used, waiting to cycle. Not sure if it's litter related but I have 2 cats & use Arm & Hammer Clump & Seal litter, it works great. Could there be feces stuck somewhere inside that needs to cleaned out... Good luck!
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I have had no problems with chemical odors. Perhaps you could try bottled water. I have very hard water, here and am unable to drink water from my faucet because of "Bleach" taste. I always use filtered or bottled water especially for a cup of tea.
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None whatsoever. The poo goes into the sewer line, I pour a little water in to make sure it is washed down and screw on the lid. Really, no smell at all.
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I just rinse it out weekly with a soap and water, works fine for me. I haven't had an issue with odor
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I has worked for me, if you scrub it in good with a broom or stiff brush, is pretty good to remove odor too.
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Hi April This would be the unit that help eliminate the worst of the urine smells ozone is a great oxidizer. There is some things to know to help you with this problem I have been in the carpet cleaning business for over 40 years. So if you have carpet you should have it cleaned first to remove most of the urine steam truck mount should be your best bet on powerful deep down urine removal. There also is a difference if it is a cat or dog. Cats have a stronger urine then a dog and that is from the kind of food cats eat. Now you should have the purifier in the room with the worst urine odor that will help the odor for migrating to other parts of the house. I also can give you more ideas of thing you can do so if you would like a more personal assessment of your problem just give me a toll free call . 800-868-5534 I do take call just about anytime even on Sundays thanks Lou hope I was of some help.
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Thank you for your suggestion to use vinegar. I just did and most of it came off. I have to use pumice in the toilet bowls too.
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Absolutely. The other day I cooked salmon and burnt it! So not only did I have stinky salmon smelling up my house, but I had a terrible burnt fish smell! Yuck! Turn that purifier on, turn the ozone on, and bam! smell is gone in minutes. Seriously. I love it. I have a smelly Fiance who leaves dirty socks and clothes every where, needs to be nagged to take out the trash etc: turn the purifier on and you'd never know it! haha
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We found that washing down the whole interion and exterior, including the bottom, with a solution of ajax dish liquid and baking soda mixed in water ( 1/4 c. Liquid, 1 box soda, 1/2 gallon water) was the only way to purge ours, Odor wrecler worked great on the rest of our house but the frig still smelled horribly. Hope this helps!
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If the smell shows up when it's humid, I'd guess the poop spots would show. The pee spots in my hs were invisible & only became strong odor when it got humid. Vinegar(1/2 water) in my carpet shampooer worked great in the lit up spots. Must be completely dark to see everything though. The more conspicuous spots were only illuminated in complete darkness with the light. Good luck!
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If you use vinegar, make sure to clean it off afterwards really well, rabbits hate the smell and the last thing you want is a rabbit avoiding their litterbox.
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not sure why this happened....try white vinegar and cold water usually works on residue and neutralizes odor ..one part vinegar to two parts water
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Hello, best way I can think of is the smell of rotten eggs, Always indoors works much better than outdoors with any stink item for best results. Thanks so much and please any other questions at all just ask as I am here to help.
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I would have to agree with Scott Underwood (second responder) in that I think the Clorox would indeed harm the bacteria. You can smell the Clorox with each flush. It is really a shame for you because this system works very well, the toilets stay unbelievably clean in between regular cleanings, we love it.