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Aren't the heating elements used in the warm mist humidifiers coated with teflon?

Hi all, and Happy New Year! Just got one of these warm mist humidifiers for x-mas (Holmes hm-5250) and was wondering if this type of humidifier is any good. Had it running most of the day yesterday, but unplugged it due to an odor coming from the unit (that brand new electronic smell). Anyone use one of these, or should i return it for another type (cool mist, evaporative, etc...) Thanks for any info!