How do I disinfect my water cooler?

How do I clean a hot water cooler?

  1. Boil some water.
  2. Pour enough boiling water into the cooler to fill the reservoir.
  3. Drain some hot water through the spigots.
  4. Scrub the inside of the reservoir with a clean, long-handled brush with soft bristles.
  5. Drain out the water and rinse the reservoir well before you use the cooler.

How often should you sanitize water cooler?

every 6-12 months
Generally, we recommend that you clean and sanitize your water cooler every 6-12 months. Cleaning a bottled water cooler is really pretty easy. Please read ALL the instructions before starting to clean your cooler. Make sure you follow the necessary precautions for a Hot & Cold Cooler.

Does a water cooler need to be cleaned?

The U.S. Department of Energy recommends cleaning the cooler with every change of the bottle, or every six weeks, whichever arrives first. Keeping the water clean is the most important part of maintaining your cooler. Fortunately, washing your dispenser requires only some time, water, and either bleach or vinegar.

Can bacteria grow in water coolers?

“Once inside a water cooler, certain types of bacteria such as Pseudomonas Aeruginosa can feed on components found in rubbers and seals present within a dispenser.” Contaminants can also enter the system via the bottle feed when a bottle is changed, adds Dan.

How do you clean a water cooler with vinegar?

Mix 1 cup of distilled white vinegar with 3 cups of hot water and pour this into the reservoir of the cooler. (Gloves may come in handy here, especially if you have sensitive skin.) Wipe the inside of the reservoir clean using this solution and a microfiber cloth.

Can you get sick from a dirty water cooler?

Contaminated workplace water is not only unappetizing, but it can also pose a health risk to coworkers. Certain species of bacteria that are common in bottled water cooler dispensers can cause a person to contract Legionnaires’ disease, which causes flu-like symptoms and can eventually turn into pneumonia.

Can you use peroxide to clean a water cooler?

Add ¼ cup of 3% hydrogen peroxide per 1 gallon (4.5 L) of clean water and pour into reservoir. Wipe the internal reservoir components, baffle disk and faucets with a clean cloth. Replace baffle disk and reassemble cooler. Place new bottle on appropriately and draw 1 cup of water from each faucet and discard.