Cleaning The Grease Filter - Whirlpool MH6700XM Use & Care Manual

Cleaning the grease filter
The grease filter should be removed and cleaned often, at least once a month. (Note: If
your microwave hood combination has an extra charcoal filter from the Recirculating Kit
(RCH6000/788000], it should be replaced every12 months.]
1. For your personal safety, turn
off the electric power at the
main power supply.
To replace, insert the front filter
edge into the back of the
light lens, Push up the back
edge of the filter, then pull out
the two filter fasteners to
secure the filter.
2. Push in the two filter fasteners
at the back edge of the filter.
3. Soak filter in hot water and a
Pull down on the back edge
mild detergent. Scrub and
of the filter frame. Slide the
swish to remove embedded
front edge out of the light lens.
dirt and grease. Rinse well
and shake to dry. Do not use
ammonia or place in a
dishwasher. The aluminum
will darken.
5. Turn the power back on at the
main power supply
6. Do not operate the hood
without the filter(s) in place.
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