General Cleaning; Replacing Filters; Replacing Cooktop Light - Whirlpool MODEL MH1170XS Use & Care Manual

2. Tip the vent grille forward and down, then lift to remove.
The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a
month. Do not operate the microwave oven or exhaust fan
without the grease filters in place. The charcoal filters cannot be
washed and should be replaced every 6 to 12 months. See
"General Cleaning" for cleaning instructions. See "Assistance or
Service" to reorder filters.
To Remove and Replace Grease Filters:
1. Remove each grease filter by sliding filter to the end. Pull tab
down until the filter drops out.
3. Slide filter back slightly, lift front end, and pull out filter.
A. Tabs
2. Replace grease filter by inserting one end of the filter into the
outer end of the frame. Swing the other end up and slide into
position.
To Remove and Replace Charcoal Filter:
1. Remove the 2 vent grille mounting screws located directly
behind the top louver.
A B
4. Install new charcoal filter.
5. Replace vent grille and mounting screws.
The cooktop light is a candelabra base bulb. See "Assistance or
Service" section to reorder.
To Replace:
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
2. Remove the bulb cover mounting screw.
A. Vent grille
B. Top louver
C. Mounting screws
A. Mounting screw
3. Replace light. Close bulb cover. Replace mounting screw.
4. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.
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