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The Exhaust Feature
CHARCOAL FILTER
(on some models)
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REUSABLE GREASE FILTERS
(on all
models)
The exhaust hood feature on your
microwave oven is equipped with
two metal filters which collect
grease. When the
fan
is operated,
air is drawn up through the filters.
Depending on your model, it is
either discharged through the
provided venting to the outside or
drawn through a charcoal filter and
recirculated.
Reusable Grease Filters
(on
aIl
models)
The grease filters should be
cleaned at least once a month.
Never operate your hood without
the filters in place. In situations
where
tlaming
might occur on
surfaces below the hood, filter
will
stop the entry of flames into
the unit.
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To remove grease filter,
grasp the
“finger hold” on the filter and
slide to the rear.
Then
pull
filter downward and to
the
fr~nt.
The filter will drop out.
To clean grease filter. soak it
and
Charcoal Filter
(on some models)
Some models are not vented to
the outdoors; they recirculate
the air instead. These models
are equipped with a disposable
charcoal filter that helps remove
smoke and odors caused by
cooking on your range.
The disposable charcoal filter
should be replaced when it is
then
agita~e
filter in solution of hot
water and detergent. Don’t use
noticeably dirty or discolored
(usually after 6 to 12 months,
ammonia or ammonia products
because they will darken the metal.
depending on usage). Order Part
Light brushing can be used to
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from your GE
remove embedded dirt.
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YOUR HOOD WITHOUT ‘LL
Rinse. shake and
remove moisture
before replacing.
To replace grease filter,
slide the
filter in the frame slot on the back
of the opening.
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THREE FILTERS IN PLACE.
To remove the charcoal filter,
disconnect power at main fuse
or circuit breaker panel or pull
plug.
Remove the top grille by
taking off 2 screws which hold it
il
place. Grasp filter and slide
towarc
front of oven. It
will
slide right out
Pull filter upward and to the front
to lock into place.
To install a new filter,
remove
plastic and other outer wrapping
from the new filter. Insert filter
into top opening of oven as shown
It will rest at an angle on two side
support tabs and in front of right
rear tab. Replace
grill
and secure
with 2 screws.
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