subject: How To Clean Your Vacuum Cleaner Properly [print this page] Vacuum cleaners have taken a huge burden off our shoulders. I am talking about the burden of cleaning. Cleaning floors, carpets, windowsills, furniture, upholstery and walls becomes easier with the help of this cleaning machine.
Its performance level also depends on its cleanliness. If you do not regularly clean it, it will lose its reliable suction system. Needless to say, cleaning your vacuum cleaner should also be done properly.
Don't sweat it. Here are a few tips you might find useful:
1. Remove the dirt compartment of the machine when it has already been filled up to 3/4 of its capacity. Don't wait for the bag to be completely filled up with dirt. The machine cannot suck dirt if the bag is already full. Discard the contents of the dirt compartment. If you are using a bagless cleaner, just throw away the disposable bag.
2. Clean the pre-motor and the post-motor filter of the machine. Remove them from the machine and rinse them. Use your dishwashing liquid to get rid of the gunk that has collected on the filters. You can also use a soft-bristled brush to pry the debris away from the filters. After removing the debris, you can rinse them in clean water. Let them dry completely before installing them back to the vacuum machine.
3. Clean the attachments. After using them, remove them from the main machine. Prepare a bucket full of water. Add one cup of Lysol cleaner. Soak the attachments in the cleaning solution for about 15 minutes. This will disinfect the attachments and get rid of any kind of foul smell.
4. If you are using an upright vacuum machine, remove the brush roll. Carefully get rid of collected hair or pet dander. Also get rid of fibers if there are any. If it is starting to smell, try rinsing it in soapy water. Get rid of the gunk and dirt residues. Let the brush roll dry completely before placing it back to your machine.
5. Use an appliance polisher to clean the external parts of the machine. Place a bit of the appliance polisher on a clean rag. Wipe it on the external part of the machine. Get rid of oil, grease or dirt.
After using these cleaning tips, your vacuum cleaner should smell and look nice. Remember these tips the next time you are tasked to clean your vacuum machine. Don't forget to regularly maintain this machine if you want to minimize vacuum problems.
