Can the grill be removed in order to clean the fan blades?
770098
it is a little tricky but the front metal grill can be removed by prying at the four little plastic tabs (I have done it without breaking the tabs). best bet is to keep it in place and use a high powered vacuum w/brush to clean the front and back grill.
2083269
I don't believe it did... However, be aware that the fan is the black model and none of the grills can be removed for cleaning. (Big problem for me since I use it outside my bathroom and the baby powder flies). The bottom screw is almost impossible to access and even when you successfully remove it the cover can still not be opened. I'm not happy with this product. The older white model that is pictured could be properly cleaned by removing the front grill. Be sure of which one is being shipped to you. The first picture shows the white fan, but, the product page picture showed the black. BEWARE! I don't believe it did... However, be aware that the fan is the black model and none of the grills can be removed for cleaning. (Big problem for me since I use it outside my bathroom and the baby powder flies). The bottom screw is almost impossible to access and even when you successfully remove it the cover can still not be opened. I'm not happy with this product. The older white model that is pictured could be properly cleaned by removing the front grill. Be sure of which one is being shipped to you. The first picture shows the white fan, but, the product page picture showed the black.... » Read More I don't believe it did... However, be aware that the fan is the black model and none of the grills can be removed for cleaning. (Big problem for me since I use it outside my bathroom and the baby powder flies). The bottom screw is almost impossible to access and even when you successfully remove it the cover can still not be opened. I'm not happy with this product. The older white model that is pictured could be properly cleaned by removing the front grill. Be sure of which one is being shipped to you. The first picture shows the white fan, but, the product page picture showed the black. BEWARE! « Show Less
2084816
Yes, but it is minimal and simple. Essentially, slip the blade on then the front part of the protective grill. I am about as far from DIY as you can get, and I had no trouble.
1874491
The airflow is a nice breeze. However, if you live in a dusty environment, as dust accumulates on the fan blades, the flow will decrease quickly. 2 things I did to increase flow1) Obviously, keep the fan blades clean.2) Remove the front grill. In doing so (along with the blade cleaning), I would say the flow increased by at least 35-40%. The blades are soft, so it is not a very dangerous thing to do.
871029
It would be ok to do so, but I've had mine about a year now and don't think it is necessary. The metal plates the grills sit on take care of that. Just keep them clean & you'll be fine.
1800916
You can take the grill off of the face and clean while the unit is unplugged.
1517790
Hey Mudd, the fan is approximately 7inch. The grill has a flat knob 2 inches in dia. in the center of the Grill. Just unscrew the knob, pull off the fan switch knob and the grill comes off in your hand. very simple and may I say I love the fan. I installed it thru the wall in our bathroom and it removes oders and shower steem very quickley. The fan blades and the grill will not rust....................Hal.
992633
No. The plates clean up with a paper towel. It's non stick so it's easy. The grill is a perfect size for one person.
1079392
The grill is not removable. It does not pry apart (or if it does, one runs the risk of breaking it while trying, and I gave up on that). Taking the entire fan apart is not the route advertised, which states "easily cleaned" and "detachable grill." No way.
2034148
Yes. I had this same question and e-mailed the company. They said to remove the screws from the back and then pry the front and back apart with a screwdriver. Another person said his housecleaner said to just take the fan into the shower and hose it off from the front and that he has done this ever since. Just try not to get water on the motor, a little won't hurt but don't soak the motor. But that does not take care of the back of the blades. I have cats and the blades get really dirty with their hair and dander. Prying the font and back apart is a pain but it can be done and then you can reach the back of the blades too. I wish Lasko would eliminate this problem in their design because I think this is the best fan ever.
1558684
You can, but it is more labor intensive. It takes my husband about 4 minutes to clean his grill. It is about 4 years old and the grates look as good today as they did when he got them, actually better as they are now seasoned. he is adament about keeping a spotoless grill and I don't want him spending the kind of time that he used to keeping it that way. I love that he is done quickly and joining the family again.
1493273
There are a bunch of screws on the back panel an once you take it off it's easy to wipe off the fan blades with cleaning spray and paper towels.
1103548
No simple way. There are 8 screws that would appear to separate the two halves of the cover. I've never removed them. The instruction leaflet that comes with the fan states: The fan grills not supposed to be disassembled by user (exact wording, including incorrect grammar). Recommend to use a small paint brush and vacuum to clean the fan blades.
2208251
On my fan, if the grille and.fan blades are facing up - turn it over and there's a panel that slides away for the battery compartment.
1503369
Sorry!I cannot access the fan blades for cleaning.I try to vacuum off the dust on the fan blades
1404059
No problem disassembling. It's the grills themselves that are very hard to clean, even under hot water and scouring pads. You really have to pick all the food out of the grooves. We use foil or other grills over the Weber grill as other surface clean much easier.
573564
The grills are not removable but all that is really required for cleaning is to wipe down with a paper towel or use something like the OXO panini brush on it. With cast iron it's best to clean it after it cools down which can take a while. Think of this cool down time like boiling water for 20 minutes to make it safe to drink anything inside of the grill has been killed off. The wipe down removes anything that could cause a problem while it is cool and the next time you pre-heat it you have made it 100% food safe or at least as safe as a pan cleaned with soap and water would be.