Air Cooler Cleaning and Storage Guide – Preparing for Next Summer

Air coolers are generally seasonal devices, utilized often in the summer but not in the fall and winter with many customers leaving them dormant. Without proper cleanup and storage preparation before decommissioning, internal scaling and mold can quickly develop, putting the air coolers out of service and degrading the performance in the following year. For B2B customers (distributors, brand owners, wholesalers), standardizing the maintenance and storage could reduce after-sales issues and reduce inventory aging issues.

Air Cooler Cleaning Steps

1. Power Off and Drainage

• The first step of the process is to turn off the power to the cooler to avoid any risk of electric shock.
• The second step involves completely emptying the water tank and circulation system to avoid the growth of mold and odors caused by stagnant water.

2. Cleaning The Cooling Pads and Filters

• The cooling pads should first be washed with a neutral detergent or diluted disinfectant as well.
• Dry the cooling pads completely before reinstalling to minimize bacteria growth.
• The filter should also be cleaned of dust to promote direct and proper airflow.

3. Wipe the Body and Air Vent

A clean, damp cloth should be used to wipe the exterior casing and panel of the air cooler to remove water and dust.

If you are using an industrial or commercial air cooler, you would wipe the exterior casing with compressed air to blow out any dust and dirt from the internal ducts, including the exterior casing, keeping the air ducts clean.

4. Inspect the Electrical

The plugs should be checked for oxidation or looseness, and if you see anything abnormal regarding the plugs or wires, then you would advise the customer to discard and replace or, if permissible, contact after-sales technical support.

Proper Storage of Air Coolers

• Dry, well-ventilated spot: Keep away from direct sunlight and humid environments to avoid aging of plastic parts.
• Dust cover: A dust cover will minimize dust entering the cooler and keep the cooler clean on the exterior.
• Continual air/moisture: if longer, ventilate once a month to avoid odors in long-term storage.

Significance for B2B Customers

For distributors, wholesalers, or OEM customers, standardized maintenance procedures offer multiple benefits:

• Reduced customer complaint rates and after-sales costs.
• Improved reliability and customer experience for resale products.
• Enhanced brand image and established a professional supplier image.

Why Choose Wanjiada

As a leading air cooler manufacturer in China, Wanjiada has more than 20 years of experience in the industry with products sold worldwide.

• We can provide OEM/ODM customization and plastic injection molding to address the functional needs of various markets.
• A stringent quality control system guarantees the performance stability of every unit over time.
• Our engineers have extensive experience, so customers receive valuable, one-on-one, technical support and maintenance solutions.

Consequently, air coolers can not only operate at maximum performance through scientific cleaning and storage protocols, but can also be cooled instantly upon startup the following year. Wanjiada will continue to provide highly efficient, energy-efficient, and durable air cooling solutions to customers worldwide through innovative designs, quality manufacturing, and professional service.