Maintenance - Bosch HMV8053U/02 Use And Care Manual

Cleaning the oven vent filters
The oven ventilation filters should be removed and
cleaned often; generally at least once every month.
CAUTION
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To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage,
do not operate oven vent without filters properly in
place.
To remove the ventilation filters, slide the filter to the
1.
rear. Then pull filter downward and push to the other
side. The filter will drop out. Repeat for the 2nd filter.
Soak the ventilation filters in hot water using a mild
2.
detergent. Rinse well and shake to dry. Do not use
ammonia or wash in a dishwasher. The aluminum on
the filter will corrode and darken.
To reinstall an oven ventilation filter, slide it into the
3.
side slot, then push up and toward oven to lock.
Reinstall the 2nd filter using the same procedure.
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Maintenance

Charcoal filter replacement
The charcoal filter, which was included with your
microwave oven, is used for nonvented, recirculated
installation (Room Venting). The filter should be replaced
every 6 to 12 months depending on use.
Disconnect power to the microwave oven at the circuit
1.
breaker panel or by unplugging.
Remove the vent grill mounting screws.
2.
Pull the vent grill away from the unit.
3.
Change the charcoal filter.
4.
Carefully push the vent grill back into place and
5.
replace the screws removed in Step 2.
Note: If no charcoal filter is installed, it is not possible
to bind the odorous substances in the cooking vapors.
Replacement filters can be purchased from the Bosch
eshop, www.bosch-home.com/us/store.
Part number 00676120