Regarding odor, what is the off-gassing experience like? (how bad is the smell, how long to off-gas)
464557
There is no smell except when dust and carpet fibers collect on the elements, but the smell burns off rapidly. I usually keep mine covered between heating seasons to avoid the dust smell when first turning on.
464558
I have three models from three different manufacturers and have never had any smells from any of them (unless something actually gets on a heating element). So far, mine have worked well - and friends & family who liked mine and got one of their own have been very happy (and mom is super sensitive to smells).
464559
I put mine on the high setting. It took about 45 minutes for the smell to go away. It was not that bad.
464560
It was not a problem I didn't notice any smell, its quartz electric nothing to burn off. I do the same as the other guy stated in his review i cover it up during the summer when I use my tools in the workshop such as table saw, bench grinder air compresser ect.
1758175
HiAlmost all plastics will off-gas creating a smell when new however I do not recall any strong odor coming from this product. If you are super sensitive and find the smell objectionable, wipe it down with a 50/50 solution of vinegar/water and wipe dry. Keeping it away from heat and out of direct sunlight will also help to minimize any smell. In my opinion, smell will not be a problem with this product.
5501
My SportCats are very old and I can't remember if they had any smell when first put into use but for years now they give off no odor while burning. The smallest space I've used one is a small bathroom in unheated house I'm renovating (small generator for some lights and tools but they can't power electric heat.) I have a finicky nose so I would smell "off" odors. I have several CO monitors in the small, slightly ventilated areas, and they have never been set off by any of my propane catalytic heaters.
718223
If the smell isn't bad like there is a fire, it is normal. Dust and chemicals just have to burn off. But it shouldn't last more than a few hours at the most.
1086777
I just rinse it out weekly with a soap and water, works fine for me. I haven't had an issue with odor
1149595
I got to be honest, it smells like pure gasoline. No, I'm just kidding. It actually smells pretty good. I love it.
1982220
You have my sympathies. The odor last from three days to about week. I put mine in the dryer on fluff for a few minutes. It helps but only thing to do is suffer and wait. I wouldn't try wasting it because they are so heavy it would take longer than a week to dry.
853527
It's not bad, i've been using benzoil peroxide for years now and never had any problem with the smell, order with confidence
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.
762213
Yes! We bought a new trailer and it was full of all kinds of chemical smell. It took a while for all those materials to "out gas". But the Health mate made it possible for us to use the unit without getting any headaches.
1116365
You never want to let the ozone function run for that long. Odors are generally taken care of with the "AWAY" setting which is a 2 hour function where you are suggested to be "AWAY". Since the ozone is generated with electric "sparks". the unit would be destroyed running 24/7 without regular maintenance for more than the regular recommended times. You won't need to run it 27/7 unless you have a lot of dead skunks in your attic. This is a good unit, just follow instructions.
788440
Leave it out in the air...Mother Nature has her way of cleansing bad odors quickly. I didn't have an odorproblem with my case but I would do the above if I did. Good luck!
1441989
I haven't however I will be moving in a couple of months, and my new place will have induction.However, unless you want your home smelling like that for about a month, you should stick to outdoors for this. I thought my apartment would smell like hickory forever. I would love it if my apartment did, but I don't think the landlords would.
1117757
I have never found if to have a strong odor. Mine doesn't and so far I have had no problems with using it ,
1114128
Yes. the smell went away rather quickly. I can't remember exactly how long it was, but it could not have been too long. I absolutely hate bad smells in my house, and I would definitely have noticed if the smell stuck around for too long. hth.
1652064
No off gassing that I noticed. But if its exposed to heat (sunlight) it could smell.
1520636
Honestly, the smell is strong and not pleasant. We put the traps under the sinks and behind the toilets. When the smell became very strong a couple hours later, we assumed it would go away in a day or two (as indicated in another response). However, the smell appears to have gotten stronger. I could smell it from rooms away. I cannot verify if these traps are effective, because we threw them away after getting headaches and sleepless nights due to the smell.