To Remove Grease Filter - GE Spacemaker 164 D2588P088 Use And Care Manual

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
The grease filters should be cleaned at least once a month. Never operate your hood without the filters in place.
In situations where flaming might occur on surfaces below hood, filter will stop the entry of flames into the unit.

To Remove Grease Filter

To remove grease filter,
grasp the "finger hold"
on the filter and slide to
the rear. Then pull filter
downward and to the
front. The filter will
drop out.
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 noticeably dirty or discolored (usually
To Remove Charcoal Filter
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 in place. Grasp filter and slide
toward front of oven. It will slide right out.
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THE EXHAUST FEATU~
(on all models)
To Clean and Replace Grease Filter
To clean grease filter, soak it and then agitate filter
in solution of hot water and detergent. Don't use
ammonia or ammonia products because they will
darken the metal. Light brushing can be used to
remove embedded dirt.
Rinse, shake and remove moisture before replacing.
To replace grease filter, slide the filter in the frame
slot on the back of the opening.
Pull filter upward and to the front to lock into place.
after 6 to 12 months, depending on hood usage). Order
Part No. WB02X9883 from your GE supplier. DO
NOT CLEAN THIS FILTER. DO NOT OPERATE
YOUR HOOD WITHOUT ALL THREE FILTERS
IN PLACE.
To Install Charcoal Filter
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.
CHARCOAL FILTER
REUSABLE GREASE FILTERS
(on all models)