As the PS3 runs it generates a lot of heat. There is, of course a cooling system is responsible for managing this heat, but there are some things that can make this cooling system efficient or inefficient at their job. Over time heat can damage components within the PS3. Below are some simple tips to help that cooling system help keep you PS3 cool.
Tips for Keeping your PS3 cool
-Play your PS3 in an open space, not in a closed area such as a cupboard. If you have it in a cupboard take it out when you are going to use it. Be sure to place it on a SMOOTH, FLAT SURFACE, NEVER RUN IT ON A CARPET, this blocks the vents and intakes.Also keep in mind the overall temperature of the room you are in. If the room itself is too hot then your PS3 is more likely to overheat; even if it is in an open space. What some people do is on hot days they turn on their A/C's set to 76 degrees and that keeps the fan from going into over drive (meaning the cooling system isn't struggling to keep the heat down).
-Clean out those dusty vents regularly. Dust obstructs the airflow more than you think and makes it harder for the PS3 to cool down. As a result the PS3 becomes hot. Vacuuming the vents usually work to remove the dust there. You can also cover it after use so that dust can't get in a build up on the vents.