General Cleaning; Replacing Filters - Whirlpool MH3185XPT0 Use & Care Manual

The grease filters should be removed and cleaned at least once a
month. The charcoal filter cannot be washed and should be
replaced every 6 to 12 months. Do not operate the microwave
oven without the filters in place. See "Assistance or Service" to
reorder filters. See "General Cleaning" for cleaning instructions.
To Replace Grease Filters:
1. Grasp the tab and push the back of the filter up, then slide
the filter back.
2. Pull the tab down until the filter drops out.
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.
3. With the tab side of the new or cleaned filter facing down,
insert the end without the tab into the frame, then swing the
end with the tab up and slide the filter into place.
To Replace Charcoal Filter:
1. Open the oven door.
2. Pull the vent grille forward and lift it out.
3. Push the filter back and clear of the rests, then lift the front of
the filter up and slide it out.
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A. Mounting screw
Replace light. Close bulb cover. Replace mounting screw.
Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.
The oven light is a candelabra base bulb. It will automatically
come on when the door is opened and when the oven is
operating. See "Assistance or Service" section to reorder.
To Replace:
1. Unplug oven or disconnect power.
2. Pull the vent grille forward and lift it out.
4. Slide the new filter back and into place so that it rests at an
inclined angle (about 45°).
5. Align the bottom of the vent grille into position, then push the
top back until it snaps into place.
3. Remove the charcoal filter (see "Replacing Filters" section).
4. Lift up the bulb cover.
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A. Bulb cover
5. Replace the bulb. Close the bulb cover.
6. Replace the charcoal filter.
7. Align the bottom of the vent grille into position, then push the
top back until it snaps into place.
8. Plug in oven or reconnect power.
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