Caring For Your Microwave Oven Caring For The Filters - Kenmore 721.8502 Series Use & Care Manual

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 recircutate air, the charcoal filter
(Part No. 5230W1A011C) is available from Sears by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME.
The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned and should be replaced every 6 to 12 months.
1. Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
Charcoal filter (Part No.
5230W1A011C):
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.
I.Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
2. Remove the vent grille mounting screw.
3. Tip the grille forward, then life out to remove
3. Soak grease filters in hot water and a
mild detergent. Scrub and swish to remove
embedded dirt and grease. Rinse welt 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 become damaged.
4. Lift the back of the charcoal filter. Slide the
filter straight out.
4. To replace grease filters, slide filter in the
frame slot on one side of the opening. Push
fliter upward and push to the other side to
lock into place.
5. Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.
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