How To Clean Electric Fans. Remove accumulated dust in your front grill and air inlets using a vacuum with a brush attachment. Using a dry cloth or a brush attachment remove any loose dust in the fan blades and grills.

Before cleaning a ceiling fan be sure to look at the UL rating. Take the utility bucket pour cleaning solution waterliquid soap and soak the fan cover inside the solution for 15-20 minutes. Shake well to distribute and generously spray the front and back grills and both sides of the fan blades.
To quickly and safely clean this off I unplug the fan and remove the cover.
Outdoor ceiling fans with a UL WET rating can actually be hosed off. Outdoor ceiling fans with a UL WET rating can actually be hosed off. Before cleaning turn the fan off and unplug it. To quickly and safely clean this off I unplug the fan and remove the cover.

