Dust inside New iMac. (How to clean)?

I have a question. I just bought a new imac24, the 1st Apple PC I have ever had. I have been a PC user for 14 years (I do not know if the pc was using me or I was using it?) anyway I was always able to blow out the dust that builds up in my pc by opening the case and using an air can but the imac is sealed. Any ideas how to clean out the dust because after awhile it is bound to get dusty inside.. Thanks

there is no user servicable access. if U do open it you will void the warranty.
But as I live in a very dusty enviorment i did something to take care of the same concern.
I took one of my wife's silk scarves (really fine pattern for venting) and had it sewed into an envelope shape, open on one long side. this I then slip over the top of the iMac to keep out dust. it covers the vents and allows air circulation at the same time. I did check it out to see if my idea was working and it was dirty after about two weeks. washed it out and i feel it is doing what i intended.
I did have to replace my wife's scarf.
Norm

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