Why does it smell like rotten eggs? Why is the.

Tiny
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Why does it smell like rotten eggs? Why is the cat. Converter red?
Wednesday, April 3rd, 2013 AT 5:22 PM

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Tiny
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If it smells and is turning red hot, you need to replace the converter because it is plugged. Please be aware that the converter is getting hot enough to cause a fire, so it should be repaired ASAP.
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