Cleaning the grease filters
The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a month.
NOTE: | If you are using | charcoal | filters from | the |
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(Part | No. 8140231, they | should | be replaced | every 12 months. Do not | I | |
attempt | to clean. |
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Lower | filters |
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(beneath | the microwave | oven) |
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1.To remove each filter, place thumb in the indentation at the center front of the filter. Push back and pull down.
2.To replace, place the long edge of the filter against the clips at the back of the opening. Push filter back and up until it snaps into place.
Top filter
[above the microwave oven, under the vent cover]
1.To remove filter, lift vent door. Use plastic tab at center of the filter to push up and lift out the filter.
2.To replace, place top edge of the filter against the clips at the top of the opening. Push up and in until filter snaps in place. Make sure the plastic tab at the bottom of the filter is facing out.
To clean | the | filters, | soak | in hot water | and a mild | detergent. | Scrub | I | |||
with | soft | brush | and | swish | to remove embedded | dirt | and | grease. Rinse well | |||
and | shake to dry, (Filters may be washed in the dishwasher. Howeverthe |
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aluminum will | darken. Using ammonia | for cleaning | will | also | cause the |
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aluminum | to darken.) |
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CAUTION: Do not operate the exhaust vent system without the filters in place.
Grease could accumulate in the venting system and cause a fire hazard.
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