Can it be taken apart to be cleaned?
1439924
I haven't tried but by just inspecting it, I say yes it can be taken apart and cleaned with a vacuum. I'm an engineer and handyman, so quite mechanically skilled. One can simply unscrew the grill and then vacuum the fan blades carefully. You can also simply vacuum through the grills.
1439925
I am sure that is possible and probably quite easy. It has 4 screws on the back panel that appear to hold the back on.
1439926
Actually, I've taken mine apart to clean.... I don't have details on the type of bits and drivers to use, but as a 60+ year old female (who likes to take things apart), I was able to. Cleaning it thru the grill is a bit tricky, but it can be done. I found using my husbands compressor with an air nozzle handle and that was easier than disassembling/re-assembling it. But beware: turn it on outside after doing so or the loosened dirt will blow out!!
1439927
Neither answer is correct. The fan's rear grill is held in place with Torx "security" screws (size T20). These are Torx bits with a post in the center. Furthermore, the channel which the screw fits into is very narrow. This means you can't use Torx "bits" because the "driver" wouldn't fit into this channel. You'll need a screwdriver like the Titan 12710 (sold by Amazon). Or, you can always use compressed air to blow the fan clean.
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It has to be taken apart to clean the gears, but this is not too difficult. There may be areas below the gears that can't be reached, but I have not found it to be a burden to clean it, although I don't know if my cleaning reaches the level specified by the questioner.
589112
You can take the neck off then it will come apart. Dont forget to put the washer back on. The sell brushes to clean It with
1812098
Everything comes separate in the box, so there's no reason I can see that you couldn't take it apart again. Just use better tools than the ones that come in the box!
1428336
I used it for such a short while, I didn't try that- it cleans easily by hand, however. It is all stainless steel, so as long as you detach the motor it appears to be something that could be done.
436143
It can be taken apart, but it's much harder than putting it together. I would try to move it in one piece if possible.
2069690
Yes we have taken ours apart a few times to clean. It is not a easy task but it can be done. Remove the screws and everything comes off to clean. Then the fun part begins to put it all back together again. Remember or take a few pictures before you start removing things...it will make it easier to re-assemble.
2100928
No..I don't see any way to take it apart. : ) It's not a very good mirror!!!!
922625
I have not attempted to take it apart but it certainly looks like it would be difficult. It is also difficult to clean but has given me no trouble and I would replace it if this one would get "broken".
2112047
Yes the cover can be removed to be washed. It isn't the easiest thing to take apart and then put back together, but it will come off.
1597617
No, it's built in and cannot be removed. It does work great, and can be cleaned periodically
847046
you shouldn't have to...but if need be spot clean it. don't put it in the washer or flood it with water if u want it to be nice again
1633095
no it is not removable. If you want to wash it, you have to use a washcloth and scrub it.
796506
Take it apart and clean with mineral sprits. Clean each part good, it is easy for it comes apart real good.
2240694
Yes you can. It comes completely apart for cleaning, mouthpiece, straw and all.
1078244
We cleaned ours by hand - not sure if it would be okay in the dishwasher. The only part that disassembles for cleaning is the bottom part that it rests in. Pretty easy clean though
1669509
Sorry, I am still using it and have't had to clean it yet!I hope you would be able to reuse it, Good luck with it!