AMMONIA DISHWASHER
LYE
BASED
OVEN
CLEANER
4. Soak grease filters in hot water and a mild
detergent. Scrub and
swish to remove
embedded dirt and
grease. Rinse well and shake to dry.
Do not use ammonia, corrosive cleaning agents such
as lye-based oven
cleaners, or place
in a dishwasher. The filter will turn black or could be damaged.
3. To remove the charcoal filters, push the back of each filter away from you. This will slide the front of the filter off the
lower lip. Swing the
front of the filter down
Upper and slide the filter out. lip
Spring
Lower lip
Upper lip
Spring
Lower lip
The grease filters should be removed and cleaned often, at least once a month.
NOTE: Your microwave hood combination comes with a charcoal filter to provide clean recirculated air.
The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned and should be replaced every 6 to 12 months.
You can order replacements (Part No. 4393690) by calling 1-800-807-6777and following the instruc- tions and telephone prompts you hear.
If you prefer, you can visit our website at: www.kitchenaid.com/canada
Removing, cleaning, and replacing
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
2. To remove the grease filters (Part No. 4393691), push each fil- ter up on the side oppo- site the tab. Grasp the tab and slide the filter to
the side. Pull the filter
downward. It will drop
out.
Installing and caring for filters

Caring for Your Microwave Oven

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Disconnect power before removing filters.

Replace all panels before operating.

Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

5.To replace the charcoal filters, push each filter to the back of the opening, between the

upper and lower lips against the springs. Swing the front of the filter up against the upper lip. Slide the filter forward while pushing it up against the upper lip. The filter will now be held in position between the lips by the spring.

6.To replace the grease filters, slide each filter into the outer side of the filter opening. Make sure you are sliding in the side of the filter that

does not have the tab. Hold the tab with your other hand. Push up the tab side of the filter and slide the filter to the other side of the opening to lock into place.

7. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.

NOTE: Do not operate the vent fan without the grease filters in place.

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YKHMS145J specifications

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