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jmcquown[_2_]

On 1/30/2016 7:26 PM, Je�us wrote:
> On Sat, 30 Jan 2016 19:59:06 -0400, wrote:
>
>> On Sun, 31 Jan 2016 10:24:55 +1100, Jeßus > wrote:
>>
>>> As per subject heading, I have a mild but persistent smell in my
>>> fridge, as though something in there is bad - only problem is, there
>>> isn't anything in there like that.
>>>
>>> A few days ago I removed everything and thoroughly cleaned the fridge,
>>> then checked (and cleaned) every item before returning them to the
>>> fridge. I never did find the cause, although I did suspect an egg
>>> carton that has been reused many times (that never went back into the
>>> fridge). I also checked the eggs for any bad ones. Nope.
>>>
>>> Yesterday I tried an onion halved, then some vanilla extract.
>>> To no avail...
>>>
>>> The fridge is in good condition and about 5 y/o now. Always been kept
>>> clean. There are one or two vents inside the fridge I haven't
>>> investigated as yet... but will after posting this.
>>>
>>> Does anyone have any ideas how to get rid of the smell?
>>> No, I'm not buying a new fridge, so let's not go there
>>
>> Try putting a box of Baking Soda (opened) in it, works as a good
>> deodorizer.
>
> Sodium bicarb! How did I forget about that? Thanks. I might try some
> later if need be. I found a removable screen - not actually a filter
> as such - which was quite strong with the smell. I've cleaned it and
> will put it back in shortly.
>
I agree. Sodium bicarb is not a bad suggestion. It certainly can't
hurt. Oh, and put some in the freezer, too.

Jill