Whirlpool MHE13XH Microwave Oven User Manual


 
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CARING FOR YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN
Charcoal filter:
1. Disconnect power or unplug microwave oven.
2. Remove the vent cover mounting screws.
3. Tip the cover forward, then lift out to remove.
4. Lift the back of the charcoal filter. Slide the filter
straight out.
5. Slide a new charcoal filter into place.
The filter should rest at the angle shown.
6. Slide the bottom of the vent cover into place. Push
the top until it snaps into place. Replace the mount-
ing screws.
7. Reconnect power or plug in microwave oven.
NOTE: Do not operate the hood without the grease
filters in place.
Grease filters:
1. Disconnect power or unplug microwave oven.
2. To remove grease filters, slide each filter to the
side. Pull filters downward and push to the other
side. The filter will drop out.
3. Soak grease filters in hot water and a mild deter-
gent. Scrub and swish to remove embedded dirt
and grease. Rinse well and shake to dry. Do not
clean filters with ammonia, corrosive cleaning
agents such as lye-based oven cleaners, or
place them in a dishwasher. The filters will turn
black or could be damaged.
4. To replace grease filters, slide filter in the frame
slot on one side of the opening. Push filter upward
and push to the other side to lock into place.
5. Reconnect power or plug in microwave oven.
CARING FOR THE FILTERS
The grease filters should be removed and cleaned
often, at least once a month.
NOTE: If your microwave hood combination is installed
to recirculate air, the charcoal filter (available from your
authorized service company, Part No. 4359416) should
be installed. The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned and
should be replaced every 6 to 12 months.