Water tank smells of chlorine + plastic: Anyone who would love to share any tip on this problem?
830351
When we first got it I could smell it in my coffee cup but now it has gone away. I think it is something in the plastic that eventually goes away. My wife on the other hand has never smelled it.
1624748
Simple....did the flow reduce to an unbearable level, or the chlorine smell return? That's when you change it.
1411211
Read the instruction book - there is a clearly marked water level line on the plastic tank. We put ours up against the wall when we're not using it. I think as long as there is sunlight and you are actively using it the water should be fine. The chlorine tablet is essential to discourage mold/mildew. If you are storing it for a longer period of time unused I would empty it and allow all water to evaporate out for a dry interior - otherwise mold and mildew will form in a sealed and dark space that has any moisture.
1649984
The inside of mine smelled pretty bad when I first got... I think se hot soapy water will do the trick.
297670
I don't think so. If you are using water tank with filtration system, it could be the filters that need replacing. The cooler has metal tank and it will not produce plastic taste. You may consider cleaning the tank with water and baking soda or any other safe cleaning solution. Good luck.
243519
Unknown... I ended up getting a whole house system from a great water store in my city... my chlorine is history now, based on testing. Also, the smell is gone. With that, there is a greater degree of health available to you, and you can get your organs working correctly by eliminating chemicals from your body.
297672
I don't think so. If you are using water tank with filtration system, it could be the filters that need replacing.The cooler has metal tank and it will not produce plastic taste. You may consider cleaning the tank with water and baking soda or any other safe cleaning solution. Good luck.
727478
The unit I bought definitely puts off a plastic chemical smelling odor and it has not gone away. I have 3 other heaters that are different brands and none smell like this. I am going to get rid of this model and replace it.
497982
I didn't notice any smell to it besides the normal "plastic" smell. I am not using it for water containment so I did not really pay that much attention to it. Maybe soaking it with water and vinegar and then letting it air out with the top off would get rid of the smell?
591890
We had the same smell when ours started running, and it went away in a day or so. It's fairly common for air purifiers to give off the plastic smell for a couple of days.
2224580
I don't remember having this problem. I have had this for over a year and I don't smell the plastic smell. I love this little heater. Works as well as it did the first day we bought it!
1207884
Are you sure what you have is white algae, and do you have your fountain where sunlight can reach it? Usually you would find green algae. I'm going to venture a guess as to what you may be seeing is a calcium (hard water) deposit which a vinegar and water solution will remove if used correctly and if you rinse all parts of the fountain really well, neither you or cats or dogs would detect any residual odor on ceramic or stainless steel. If it were plastic then yes; plastic is porous and can be noticeable.
286061
Really!? You filter it before it goes in or add the chemical to the tank, this has nothing to do with removing chlorine! :-/
433171
I wish that i could be of more help but without going to the manufacturer's information sheet (www.watersentinelfilters.com WSL-3) i can only help with what i know and am reading off the container. It does take the taste and smell of Chlorine from the water. I haven't noticed any any Sulfur smells and i know that it takes out some of the other hard particulates. Wish i could be of more help. Good luck.
192312
I am positive you could use a solvent with caution. The tank is stainless steel.
2235890
Not sure what that smell is caused from. Didn't have any problem with mine, as far as odor. I'd ask Whirlpool about it. Maybe you can get a replacement. Good luck!!!
613961
Mine came with some sanitizing(?) crystals that turn the water blue and take care of odor. Even if you just add some water, it should be fine if you change the water every day. You might even try adding some cat litter.