How To Clean Cooler Water: Air coolers are the most accessible and affordable means of relief for Indian families in the scorching heat and humid weather. But a big problem associated with the cooler is that the water filled in its tank soon becomes dirty and starts giving off a strange smell.
The frozen water of the cooler becomes the biggest center for the breeding of mosquitoes, due to which the risk of diseases like dengue, malaria and chikungunya increases significantly during summer and monsoon. If you are also struggling with this problem, then a simple thing present in your kitchen, alum, can prove to be a panacea for it.
Alum, which is scientifically called Alum, has been used for water purification for centuries. There is a solid scientific reason behind this. When alum is added to dirty water, it binds together the microscopic particles of soil and dirt present in the water. As soon as these particles come together and become heavy, they settle at the bottom of the tank due to which the water above starts appearing completely clear and transparent. Putting a small piece of alum in the cooler tank does not keep the water from getting dirty for a long time.
Stagnant clean water is the favorite place for female mosquitoes to lay eggs. If cooler water If it is not changed on time, mosquito larvae start developing rapidly in it. Alum not only cleans the impurities in the water but it also changes the quality and chemical balance of the water in such a way that the chances of mosquito larvae growing are significantly reduced. This one simple home remedy can help protect you from deadly viral infections.
Often when the cooler is running, the smell of damp or dirty water spreads in the room. This smell is caused by bacteria and micro-organisms produced in water. Alum has natural antiseptic properties that are effective in controlling the number of these harmful bacteria. When the water remains bacteria free, the smell coming from the cooler automatically disappears. Apart from this, by using clean water, the grass or honeycomb pads of the cooler also do not get spoiled for a long time and you get cool as well as fresh air.
Although alum is very beneficial but experts say that it should be used only in limited and correct quantity. A small piece of alum is sufficient for a cooler. Adding too much alum can have an adverse effect on water quality.
Also, it is not right to rely only on alum. Regular cleaning of the cooler tank and pads is extremely important to prevent accumulation of fungus and stubborn dirt. It is a good habit to completely change the cooler water every 3-4 days for better health.
