Terrible odor coming from them out of the box. Still odorific after airing out a week and odor absorbers. Ideas? Does odor mean they're defective?
1568387
Mine had no odor at all and still work perfectly...with no smell whatsoever. Yes, I would say your set is probably defective. I would contact Bose or exchange back with Amazon.
1568388
I would exchange them through Amazon, mine have been working great since the purchase.
1185735
there is a STRONG odor right out of the box. i dont know what it is, maybe the fire retardant?
1473450
It sounds like wherever you got them from, they were stored improperly and we exposed to something. Mine came from Amazon and they do not have any significant smell. The way to get the smell gone (or reduced) is to use a mild cleaner with 1-2% of Murphy's Oil or Pinesol and warm water and a cloth. Rub them down and let them sit outside in direct sunlight...hope that helps.
707525
It's probably the filter. You might need to buy a new one. I know they say it will last a lifetime but after you wash them if they don't dry fast enough they smell horrible. This happened to me recently. It was really humid and the filter didnt dry very well.... I was desperate and put it back in the vacuum to use it. Bad mistake. Every time I turned on the vacuum it made the whole house stink!
1811228
Mine came with NO odor.. And I am the type that would notice an odor.. Sorry to hear that...
456183
although I read on some of the reviews that they did have an odor, I personally did not experience this. Mine smelled just fine. In fact, I bought these to replace some that I had washed and caused to develop an odor.
910986
I didn't have any foul odor. I think you need to contact to the seller and exchange for another one. If you cannot return or exchange, then try to dry clean
627440
My first filter made the air smell fantastically fresh and clean. It wore out before the warranty and the new filter made the air smell ... odd ... kind of dirty, right from the beginning. I read somewhere that this might be a result of them being stored somewhere where they pick up odors. That could be the problem for you. If it has been fine for a long time and had just recently started smelling bad, it is likely that your filter just needs to be replaced (a bad smell is a sign that the filter has just had it and you need a new one).
1956993
No odor from mine since day 1. If it's that apparent, I would judge it unacceptable and request an exchange.
1735738
Tom, they are air-filled and they stink really bad. We had to put it outside because of the foul odor.
73950
I have had mine for a week and there is a terrible industrial odor. Would not recommend.
1571020
I am not sure about this one. I would try putting the inserts in the boots overnight or for a few days to see if the inserts will absorb any odor.
1449881
Mine had quite a bit of an odor. I'm still in the process of airing it out. Hopefully that will take care of it.
1793130
I believe that they did have an odor but I of course laundered them before use and they were fine. I have several sets, as I eat tons of fresh produce daily and I would be lost without them!
1404526
the packaging may contribute to the odor. I am extremely sensitive to synthetic odors. You may not have that problem. Best wishes
368534
BUYER BEWARE! Yes, they may have an odor. This is because the product is basically home made. It is made in somebody's backyard. No certified facilities, nothing. Look them up. Google them for yourself. It would not surprise me if the smell you were sensing was mold due to inadequate processing. You just never know, unless your product comes from a name brand and a legitimate lab.
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Have never had a Bunn emit any such odor. I'd contact Nunn, there could be something wrong with yours.