Installing And Caring For Filters - Kenmore 665.61612 Use & Care Manual

INSTALLING AND CARING FOR FILTERS
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before removing filters.
Replace all panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
The grease (aluminum) filters should be removed
and cleaned often, at least once a month.
You can order replacements (Part No. 4393862)
from your nearest Sears Service Center.
The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned and
should be replaced every 6 to 12 months. The
replacement schedule for the charcoal filter is
intended mainly for those who install the microwave
hood combination in Recirculation mode.
NOTE: Your microwave hood combination comes
with a charcoal (Part No. 8169645) filter installed
behind the aluminum grease filter. The charcoal fil-
ter helps remove odors and provide clean recircu-
lated air. You may remove the charcoal filter if vent-
ing to the outside.
1, Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
2.
To remove the grease (aluminum) filters, grasp
tab and pull filter
towards the opposite
side. Pull the filter
downward to remove.
Push
up
3. To remove the charcoal filters, push the back
of each filter away from
you. This will slide the
_'_ front of the filter off the
lower lip. Swing the
front of the filter down
and slide the filter out.
4.
Soak grease filters in hot water and a mild deter-
gent. Scrub and swish
to remove embedded
dirt and grease. Rinse
well and shake to dry.
Do not use ammonia,
corrosive cleaning
agents such as lye-
based oven cleaners,
or place in a dishwash-
er. The filter will turn
black or could be dam-
aged.
5. To replace the charcoal filters, push each filter
to the back of the
opening, between the
upper and lower lips
against the springs.
Swing the front of the
filter up against the
upper lip. Slide the filter
forward while pushing it
up against the upper
lip. The filter will now be
held in position be-
tween the lips by the spring.
6.
To replace the grease filters, slide each filter
into the outer side of
the filter opening. Make
sure you are sliding in
the side of the filter that
does not have the tab.
Hold the tab with your
other hand. Push up the
tab side of the filter and
slide the filter to the
other side of the open-
ing to lock into place.
7.
Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.
NOTE: Do not operate the vent fan without the
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