The Ultimate Guide to Cleaning Desktop Fans, Pedestal Fans, Air Conditioning and Air Coolers
By Maintaining your cooling appliance, it ensures the air is cleaner and the appliance lasts longer. Regular maintenance is highly important, especially during the hotter months when they are used more often.
Within this guide, we will show you how to clean each cooling appliance, using simple household products and tools.
How to Clean a Desktop and Pedestal Fan
- Carefully unplug the fan.
- In a bowl, mix together a tablespoon of toothpaste and 7 ounces of boiling hot water.
- Add in 2 tablespoons of washing up liquid and mix.
- Finally add in 2 tablespoons of white vinegar/alcohol vinegar and mix together.
- Pour the mixture into a spray bottle.
- Begin to spray the fan, especially the grid and fan blades.
- Place a plastic bag over the fan.
- Turn on the fan and set to medium speed.
- Leave for 2 minutes.
- Plug out the fan and remove the plastic bag.
- Remove the grill and dry the grill and blades with a cloth.
- Clip the grill back on and enjoy your clean fan!
Tip: Clean the fan every 2-4 weeks for more efficient cooling and cleaner air.
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How to Clean a Portable Air Conditioner
- Turn off and unplug the air conditioning unit.
- Carefully remove and wash the air filter with warm water and dish soap.
- Ensure it is dried fully before using a vacuum (with a brush attachment) to clean coils and vents.
- If water tank is dirty, drain the water and if possible, wipe it clean with a cloth.
- Using a damp cloth, wipe down the exterior.
- Refill the water tank and plug in the unit.
- Turn it on and enjoy your clean air conditioning unit!
Tip: Clean the fan every 2-3 weeks for more efficient cooling and cleaner air, especially during summer months.
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How to Clean an Air-Cooling Unit
- Carefully unplug the air-cooling unit.
- If washable, remove and rinse the cooling pads.
- Thoroughly clean the water tank by draining it and disinfecting it, using a bleach solution.
- Using a damp cloth, wipe down the fan blades and vents.
- Ensure the unit is dry and the water tank is refilled before plugging it back in.
- Turn on the air-cooling unit and enjoy the clean, cool air!
Tip: Clean the water tank regularly as mould and bacteria can grow.
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| Appliance | Clean Frequency | Key Focus Area |
|---|---|---|
| Desktop Fan | Every 2–4 weeks | Blades, Grill |
| Pedestal Fan | Monthly | Blades, Grill, Motor |
| Portable AC | Every 2–3 weeks | Filter, Vents, Tank |
| Air Cooler | Weekly | Pads, Water Tank |
It is essential to keep your fan clean for longevity, cleaner air and to reduce allergens, whether it is a desktop fan, pedestal fan, an air conditioner or an air cooler. Regular maintenance can make a huge difference and improve air quality. By following the above cleaning techniques, your fan will run smoothly all day! For any questions, feel free to reach out by emailing support@irwinsmegastore.ie, messaging us on social media, or visiting your nearest Irwin's Megastore.