I just replaced my old HAI that burned out after 10 years. My new one has a burning smell inside once on - is this normal?
575755
If it's a constant smell-then no that's not normal. But, if it's only in the beginning, I think it should be ok.
575756
At first, it might burn off a little coating, but after a use or two, you should not smell any smoke.
1974174
Yes that's normal. You should be able to smell the freshness in the room after about 30min after turning your unit on
151666
If your smelling plastic burning that's not a good sign. I never had that problem with mine. I would suggest sending back to manufacturer.
666351
Mine seemed to smell fine - so I'm not sure what you're experiencing is normal for the manufacturer. I'd consider asking for an exchange to confirm it's not something off on that unit. Just my $0.02 :-)
1835770
Hello Mike, no, we've had the heater for 3 years now and have not had any unpleasant odor coming from it at all, we're running LP gas on it and if you're running Natural gas, you might want to check with your gas company. I hope this helps??
723911
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.
727472
I find it hard to believe I purchased the same item as was purchased by the people answering this question. There is a definitely a smell - kind of like a strong plastic smell, which is there even when the unit is not turned on (and just gets stronger when it is). Granted, I've only had this for about 5 days, so hopefully it will go away.
1306001
There is a smell, but it doesnt seem to bother me or my son. I did have this unit for one year and one week and the motor caught fire, unit shut itself off, I happen to be rained out from work this day, smelled the burning smell, pulled the plug, contacted Kaz, who I think owns Honeywell, was sent a prepaid ups postage ticket, sent back the defected one ( I believe in the maker to take back the defected product and have a tech rip it apart and find out why it did what it did to make the product better), as soon as kaz saw tracking number, they sent a new one out to me. I wanted a refund, but kaz said replacement was my only option.I will have to watch the unit now. It does work well, pre-filter grabs so much dust,dirt,hair and has to be replaced every 3 weeks. I don't mind replacing pre-filter every 3 weeks. I see all the stuff it grabs, and seeing all the hair,dust,dirt on the filter, I know it works. Maybe take some pure lavender mixed with water and spay the larger main filter, let dry and see what happens.
662095
I think that's normal, the plastic heating up for the first time. It's like turning the heater on for the first time in the fall and it has a weird odor for a day.
12784
If the heater is new there is a possibility the components ( heating elements, cabinet finishes, electronics,etc) are temporarily giving off an odor which should burn off after a few hours of use.
1508681
Mine never smelled so I suspect yours.may have been accidentally exposed to something. I should tell you that I am very sensitive to smells, especially of chemical origin. I would return it.
353644
I had a smell in the beginning but as they say below it wore off...if it continues I would contact the manufacture for another model. Make sure to check for melting plastic...also make sure the outside doens get hot.
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.
40811
It may have an odor upon opening it, and using it for the first few times. It should quickly burn off. Remember, this is using the power a small window air conditioner or a portable electric heater. Keep an eye on it for the first few uses, but I think you'll be fine.
2012389
No. If it smells , it's bad. I would suggest that you return it for a replacement. Hope this helps, Maria
785465
Yes I have noticed it when I replaced my lamp both times I smelt it. The smell goes away I replaced my lamp almost 2 months ago and no issues and don't smell anything anymore. I think I only smelled it for maybe a week.
46789
Hmm, well I can honestly say that I do not recall a sweet odor when I turned mine on. Perhaps it's just the oils and lubricants giving off that initial vapor right out of the box? If the smell remains I would call the manufacturer. The customer service is supposed to be pretty good.