I purchased this part and after installing it I noticed it smelled hot. When I checked it was very hot to the touch. Old one never was. Is this normal
1308059
I replaced the same part and had no problems. I would assume that if it doesn't seem right it may not be.
1308060
Our blower becomes very hot to touch. Did your old one stop functioning? If so it may not have been drawing the hot air and fumes out like you new blower is. It is normal to get hot, but make sure the motor itself is not getting too hot...IE if you put a bead of water on it and it steams off real quick. That can be an indicator of a short or miswire.
1308061
it should not get very hot or smell hot , make sure it matches old motors specs ie. amp draw ,horsepower, & correct voltage & rotation
2161846
It is not uncommon for new equipment to smell "different" in the beginning. There are oils and sheens placed on equipment to make them look "pretty". This will burn off and become normal. Burn it high and hot for a period of time.I am presuming that you did remove any layer of "film" that is also sometimes placed on these - if not then you are burning plastic but you would know as it would curl up in many places. - Think of a new Stainless Steele refrigerator, it has a removable film over it that easily peels off.
2222727
No, not normal. Mine was fine. Probably needs to be unscrewed and re installed with some teflon plumbers tape around the threads. Good Luck.
1127531
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
437571
When we started ours up it didn't have any kind of new smell that other heaters have when they are first started up. I kept wondering if it was even on, and it was. It was really terrific about not having the new smell when it was fired up.
2008294
Not sure about that, all I know is that the plug got super hot and started smelling like something was burning. So I returned it. Just be careful.
1943356
Mine smelled funny the first time or two. Be sure to move it out from any walls so it has plenty of vent room. I've had mine since Xmas and it doesn't smell anymore. I think it might have something to do with the fans because it only smelled when I used the convection oven.
662093
Mine is fairly new. When first used, I could small a plastic smell, and even after a few months still smell that; but it is not a burning odor. If you smell something burning, I suggest that you don't use it and return it for a replacement.
831875
You may have a wire crossed. My works just as the oem did. I took a picture of the wires before removing the old one and put the wires back on the exact same way. When mine hits temperature setting (either heat or AC) it shuts off automatic.
1370794
I own two of them and I have never had that problem. Check to make sure that the filter screen is not dirty and clogged, I know that this will make it run hot.
662094
No, that is not normal. Mine did not have a burning smell. You might want to contact the seller.
2119952
One concern: Does any part of the unit feel warm or hot? Run your hand all over the unit. Run your fingers over the electrical cord after it has been running for 30 minutes. Run your fingers around the wall plug. Careful not to tough the prongs. Electrical resistance causes heat. Hence a possible source of your smell. This is not safe. If you feel any of these areas warm or hot disconnect the unit and call a licensed electrician to verify that the wire servicing the wall plug is heavy enough to supply the air conditioning unit. Second suggestion: Pull out both filters. Wash with any bathroom cleaner that contains bleach. Dry with a towel and reinsert.Hope this resolves your issue. One concern: Does any part of the unit feel warm or hot? Run your hand all over the unit. Run your fingers over the electrical cord after it has been running for 30 minutes. Run your fingers around the wall plug. Careful not to tough the prongs. Electrical resistance causes heat. Hence a possible source of your smell. This is not safe. If you feel any of these areas warm or hot disconnect the unit and call a licensed electrician to verify that the wire servicing the wall plug is heavy enough to supply the air conditioning unit. Second suggestion: Pull out both filters. Wash with any... » Read More One concern: Does any part of the unit feel warm or hot? Run your hand all over the unit. Run your fingers over the electrical cord after it has been running for 30 minutes. Run your fingers around the wall plug. Careful not to tough the prongs. Electrical resistance causes heat. Hence a possible source of your smell. This is not safe. If you feel any of these areas warm or hot disconnect the unit and call a licensed electrician to verify that the wire servicing the wall plug is heavy enough to supply the air conditioning unit. Second suggestion: Pull out both filters. Wash with any bathroom cleaner that contains bleach. Dry with a towel and reinsert.Hope this resolves your issue. « Show Less
1401713
There is a slight "something cooking" odor, more so when the unit is new. Mine is over one year old and I don't notice the odor any longer.
139138
When I ordered this replacement part for my steamer, I too thought it wasn't seating properly and that I had gotten the wrong part. And when I turned it on for the first time, it made a horrible noise for at least 5 minutes, while it was being primed. Suddenly the noise stopped and it started allowing the steam to pass through and it worked great. So, my guess is that it's just the newness, and the possibility that they made some minor change to the design which makes it LOOK like it's not fitting properly. I'd give it a try and let it run - holding the trigger pulled and open - for a good 5 minutes to see if it doesn't do the same as mine. When I ordered this replacement part for my steamer, I too thought it wasn't seating properly and that I had gotten the wrong part. And when I turned it on for the first time, it made a horrible noise for at least 5 minutes, while it was being primed. Suddenly the noise stopped and it started allowing the steam to pass through and it worked great. So, my guess is that it's just the newness, and the possibility that they made some minor change to the design which makes it LOOK like it's not fitting properly. I'd give it a try and let it run - holding the trigger pulled and open - for a good... » Read More When I ordered this replacement part for my steamer, I too thought it wasn't seating properly and that I had gotten the wrong part. And when I turned it on for the first time, it made a horrible noise for at least 5 minutes, while it was being primed. Suddenly the noise stopped and it started allowing the steam to pass through and it worked great. So, my guess is that it's just the newness, and the possibility that they made some minor change to the design which makes it LOOK like it's not fitting properly. I'd give it a try and let it run - holding the trigger pulled and open - for a good 5 minutes to see if it doesn't do the same as mine. « Show Less
881478
Sounds like you may have your transmission vent hose kinked or your oxygen sensor got damaged when you switched it to the new tube.
599928
You bet!! Replace it as soon as you can. The hot could cause sparks, then fire! Good luck!
585527
It does. I ended up getting an aftermarket for it later though. It was running a bit hot.