Just bought this. After a few uses, the barrel by the heat controls I'd getting very hot & there's a funny smell. Any of you others notice this?
610053
when mine was brand new, it smelled a little til it got broken in, as do many appliances that involve heat, like toasters too. Now if any hair gets sucked in the back it will burn the hair and smell funny, but this newer model has such a fine screen on it that it's pretty rare.
610054
Any new products, especially ones made from plastic will have a bit of a "smell" during the first few usages. This eventually goes away. This brush is meant to be constantly moving and because the heat is very hot, you may want to only leave your rolled hair on it for just a few minutes for curls. You can also adjust to the next lower level, which is still hot, just not full-blast hot. I don't use the full-blast hot due to my baby fine hair. Hope this helps.
610055
I never had that problem with mine unless you got some hair caught in it and that may leave a burning smell.
610056
I've noticed that too. My old Revlon one didn't get quite as hot and I could put my hands up to it without getting burnt. I think it's the difference between the this one having ion technology and the old one not having it. My old one did, however, also have the funny smell. I had it for about ten years before it died. I'm wondering if it's possibly the nature of the beast with this product when made by Revlon. I believe the smell is from the bristles getting hot, but I could be incorrect on that.
1711091
Mine is only a couple of weeks old and I hear it popping when cooling down. I use a gas stove and I also smell a weird smell when cooking. Anyone else?
171811
Is this a new barrel? Sounds like a defective spigot. If it has been in use, I would suspect a clog..perhaps bacteria/crud film or a stray leaf. Maybe try a thin wire up the opened spigot, or a strong stream of water.
1642038
So far mine is looking great. No sign the heating rods are warping...ive had mine for a year or so.
843646
The smoke is probably water vapor...you were pumping down a AC system, right? Mine did the same thing...I've used it several times and always see what looks like "smoke" coming from it...as long as the oil is filled to the level line on the sight glass and you keep it level while it's running, I wouldn't worry too much about it.
783401
This problem sounds very similar to the problem the Steel Storm typically has. From the description of this gun I wouldn't be surprised if this has the same internal design only with a longer barrel. I had the same problem with my Steel Storm and it acted like the seal on the valve that the firing pin hits is sticking. So I shot some aerosol teflon lubricant down the barrel and calked and fired it a few times and that fixed it.
710603
My heater smelled the first two times i used it. Now when i use it its ok now its the paint burns off a little then it will be ok i love mine you should run it outside first and it will be ok.
684814
Plastic smell goes away after a few uses. The temp dropping I don't think is normal. You might want to check if it's still under warranty. Hope this helps!
498892
I love mine and I don't have this issue. It diffuses a smell the entire time. Maybe check the oil grades you use. I use 100% plant grade oils which are strong.
367156
you might have to play with the regulators...i noticed when i have the burners off and turn the tank on that you will hear a click and i think the pressure needs to equalize before trying to start it. it happens when i change tanks and i usually wait and then it gets hot, if i start it right away i have trouble getting a high temp. also watch the wind, i have my door face the wind and play with the dampners on the sides. i have been using mine in 10 degree weather and it is heating just fine. as far as damage i didnt experience that.
1472972
The initial loud reports are due to dieseling of the manufacturing oil in the barrel. It will burn our after a couple dozen shots. However, it is better to clean the barrel thoroughly before firing. Mine was quiet from the first shot and has been extremely accurate. I have killed over 50 squirrels in 2 months in my backyard. I would have more, but for some reason they seem to have stopped coming around. I found an easy technique for cleaning the barrel online. It uses cotton wads and fishing line.
279490
I did not have that problem. Try a coat of quality gun oil and wipe it dry see if that helps.
1383205
Not sure. We don't have any issues. Are you using good quality bbs? You may want to clean the barrel with some silicone lubricant or light oil. To do this, take magazine out and fire the gun a few times to empty out any bbs. Take the battery out. Shine a flashlight in the magazine well and look down the barrel to see if there is any debris on the sides of the barrel. Clean as necessary. Hope this helps.
956373
Same thing here also. I was concerned that mine might be defective. Probably should not say this, BUT, I just had to open it up, very carefully, and check it out. The motor wasn't hot or anything. The motor was an open face, made completely of metal, and was not hot to the touch. Looks like it should last for a while. The smokey residue was from the brushes. I have used it 2 times afterwards, with no apparent problems, and the smoking part is not as much. Works fine for me!!!
1386261
I have not had any problem with mine. maybe try rinsing it with reasonably hot water and pumping hot water through it. I still am really happy with mine. good luck!
1734500
Yes, I had that burning smell as well. And some sparking as well. It is not normal and very dangerous. I stopped use it and thrown out it.
1302647
Hi, I have only had that happen when I use the unit for an hour of more. I reckon that the quality of the product varies, and your unit may be overheating more than normal.