Never – Apple says AirPods should not even be rinsed under the tap.
With these answers we do not recommend the ultrasonic cleaner, so there is no how-to.
Pick your cleaner to see if it fits, which setting to use and what its manual says.
Why
Headphones have a battery, speaker and microphone. Apple writes that AirPods should not be held under running water.
Do this instead
- Detached silicone tips can be run separately
- Wipe with a slightly damp cloth
Sources
Cleaners that fit this
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- Vevor KZ-F2 2 L · 40 kHz · heaterSee price on Amazon
- Vevor Ultrasonic cleaner 3 L with heater and degas 3 L · 40 kHz · heaterSee price on Amazon
- Vevor TH-30AXN 6 L · 40 kHz · heaterSee price on Amazon
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- Ultrasonic cleaning solutionSee options on Amazon
- Mesh basket for small partsSee options on Amazon
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- Cleaning cloths for screens and electronicsSee options on Amazon
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