GE JVM142J Microwave Oven User Manual


 
The Exhaust Feature
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LIGHT
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
and is then discharged through the
provided venting to the outside.
The hood also has a light for
illuminating the counter space.
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,
then
agitate filter in solution of hot
water and detergent. Don’t use
ammonia or other alkali because
they will darken metal. Light
brushing can be used to remove
embedded dirt. Rinse, shake and
remove moisture before replacing.
Filters should be cleaned at least
To replace grease filter,
slide the
filter in the frame slot on the back
of the opening.
once a month. Never operate
your hood without the
filter
in
place. In situations where flaming
might occur on surfaces below
hood, filter will retard entry of
flames into the unit.
Pull filter upward and to the front
to lock into place.
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