summer cooler care

During summers, coolers have become a popular and affordable option in Indian homes. Due to its low power consumption and effective cooling, it is the primary choice for millions of households. But, during prolonged use, coolers develop a common problem—a ‘fishy smell’ or a foul smell like rotting water, which spreads throughout the room.

According to experts, this problem mainly occurs due to not regular cleaning of cooler water, accumulation of dirt in the pads and use of the same water for a long time. When water stagnates, bacteria and fungus start growing in it, causing a strong and unpleasant odor. This smell is not only uncomfortable, but can also have negative effects on health, especially for people who have allergies or respiratory problems.

To deal with this problem, instead of buying expensive chemical cleaners, some simple home remedies can be resorted to. Among these, use of alum and baking soda is considered to be the most effective and economical solution.

Experts say that alum has natural anti-bacterial properties, which help in eliminating the harmful bacteria present in water. At the same time, baking soda has the ability to absorb odors and reduces the odor to a great extent. By using both of these the cooler water can be kept clean and fresh.

According to home remedies, fill the cooler tank with clean water and add a small piece of alum in it. Along with this, adding one to two spoons of baking soda reduces the growth of bacteria in water and the bad smell gradually starts disappearing. Experts recommend that it is necessary to change the water and clean the tank every two to three days.

Apart from this, regular cleaning of the cooler pads is also important. Old and dirty pads are the main cause of bad smell. Drying or changing them in the sun from time to time improves the efficiency of the cooler.

In the summer season, when a cooler becomes a necessity for every home, it is extremely important to take proper care of it. Experts believe that by taking a little care and adopting home remedies, not only can the lifespan of the cooler be increased, but the environment of the house can also be kept fresh and healthy.