CLEAN CEILING FANS

WHY DO THIS?

Dirt, dust and debris get caught on your ceiling fan and then are dispersed throughout your home, causing aggravating allergies and leaving a layer of dust on your furniture. Every two months, take the time to clean your ceiling fan to avoid these problems.

what you'll need

• all-purpose cleaner
• canned air ($5 at your local hardware store)
• screwdriver
• soft cloth or baby wipe
• ladder

how to:

Safety Note: Cleaning your ceiling fans usually requires a ladder. Please use ladder safety precautions at all times.

1. 1
   Make sure your ceiling fan is turned off. A ceiling fan blade is dangerous when it’s moving and can cause serious injury. If you use an on/off switch to control your fan like a light, place a piece of tape on the switch to keep it off during the cleaning process.
2. 2
   Place a ladder directly under the ceiling fan and make sure it’s stable. Make sure someone is there to spot you for this cleaning task.
3. 3
   Once you’re near the fan, open the compartment that surrounds the motor. You may need a screwdriver to do this. Using your bottle of canned air, spray the motor to remove dust, dirt and other debris. Then, close the compartment.
4. 4
   Turn your fan until you can easily access a blade. Spray your all-purpose cleaner on a soft cloth, and wipe the top of the blade until you’ve thoroughly removed the dirt and dust. Repeat this step for each fan blade. Note: Avoid the fan's motor and always keep it dry. Any moisture on the motor could ruin the electrical components.
5. 5
   If your fan is connected to light fixtures, now would be a good time to clean those, too! Here’s how: Clean Glass Light Fixtures with Denture Tablets.
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