Keep tower fans dust-free and in good working condition with these easy-to-follow cleaning instructions.

Most manuals are available online, and many manufacturers also provide instructional videos on their websites and YouTube channels.

To facilitate this, it may be necessary to unscrew and remove the base of the fan.

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Disassemble the Fan

Disassemble the fan, following the manufacturer’s instructions.

you’re free to also use a clean paintbrush to deep-clean fan blades.

If necessary, blow the blades with compressed air to dislodge stubborn buildup.

How to clean a Honeywell tower fan - step 1

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Dust Panels

Use a microfiber clothto dust the removable front and/or back panels.

Turn the fan on to blow out any loose dust or debris left after cleaning the unit.

Work from the top of the fan downward.

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