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Do not disassemble the keyboard if the keyboard is connected to a power source.
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Unplug the power cable from the keyboard.
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Do not pull the keycap other than straight up.
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Position the keycap puller directly above the keycap.
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Push the keycap puller down until the two handles are underneath the keycap.
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Remove all keys.
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It may be easier to pull by rotating the puller at a 45-degree angle.
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Fill the plastic container with water.
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Add 2-3 drops of dish soap.
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Put the keycaps in.
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Let the keycaps soak for about 20-30 minutes.
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Do not leave in sunlight or use a hairdryer because the heat might cause the plastic to warp or bend.
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Take out the keycaps.
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Ensure that the keycaps are separated and facing down.
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Let the keycaps dry for 45 minutes.
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If you cannot wait for 45 minutes, you may use a microfiber cloth and hand dry the keycaps. But be thorough in the cleaning process as there may be excess water inside the keycaps.
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Do not pull the key switch other than straight up.
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Place the key switch puller above the key switch.
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Push the tongs inward on both the white top and bottom ends.
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Pull the key switch out.
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Remove all key switches.
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Do not squeeze or clean roughly as you may leak liquid into the board's interior.
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Use a wet/ alcohol wipe and gently clean the surface board.
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Use any tweezers or cotton swabs to clean tight corners of the board.
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Do not bend or hold by the golden pins.
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Match the key switch with the keyholes.
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Align the two golden pins with the two tiny holes located by the bottom.
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Push down.
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You will hear a loud clicking noise when the key switch has locked in place.
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Match the keycaps with the key switches.
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Align the keycaps facing down and push straight.
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Place all keycaps in their respective positions.