Always unplug a hair dryer before performing any cleaning, even if it features a shock protector on the plug. Also, don’t try to disassemble a hair dryer to clean the inside, and don’t ever immerse a dryer in water, even an unplugged one.
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Clean the plastic case with a damp
sponge and maybe a soapy solution, and wipe dry with a soft cloth. Clear and loosen dust and hair from grills —
dryers have both an intake and an exhaust, which is the hot end — using an old toothbrush. Loose debris remaining on the screens can be vacuumed out using a crevice tool or the
upholstery brush.
Dryer attachments can be detached and cleaned like hairbrushes, in a
sink full of warm, soapy
water.
For safety’s sake, ensure the case and all components are completely dry before plugging in and using a hair dryer.
Reference:
Jeff Bredenberg, editor, in Clean It Fast, Clean It Right: The Ultimate Guide to Making Everything You Own Sparkle & Shine.
Hair dryer: Created on November 3rd, 2009. Last Modified on April 5th, 2010
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