“How to replace the charcoal filter? We like the design of the vent, however, we could not find anything in the instructions of how to replace the charcoal filter. It is supposedly located inside the top vent. How do we change it? Please answer only for this model.”
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Usually the charcoal filter is located behind that flat plate above the door, which is the front of the vent port, but a few may have them behind the silver grates on the bottom. Check this first before proceeding to the upper area of micro. You'll need a step stool and a phillips screw driver or cordless drill. I find the cordless is better because it does the work for you and has a magnetic tip. Be careful not to drop screws into vent or it may be hard to get them out. Don't go crazy with the drill, just ease them out. First, open the micro door wide. Just behind the vent port there should be 2-4 screws on top of unit (almost up against the cabinet frame) that look like they hold the unit casing on. Removing them should allow you to remove the vent cover and the filter will be behind it. Some filters clip in and some just slide in. Be very careful removing the vent cover as well, because sometimes they only have plastic tabs or clips to realign upon reinstallation, and they could break off. Some vent covers pull out, some slide sideways before removal, and sometimes the door itself will make it seem tough to remove the cover. Just take your time and all should be good. I would recommend pulling a PDF file on this model if you can't find your install manual. It should show you step by step how to do this. If you're uncomfortable doing this, please call a technician the first time and watch them do it first. Hope this helps.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Thank you, valued customer, for your question. I have listed the instructions below for the filters for your convenience. ■ Grease filters: Grease filters are on the underside of microwave oven. Clean monthly. Slide the filter away from the tab area, and drop out the filter. To reinstall, place end of the filter into the opening opposite the tab area, swing up the other end, and slide it toward the tab area. ■ Charcoal filter: The charcoal filter is behind the vent grille at the top front of the microwave oven. The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned, and should be replaced about every 6 months. Remove two screws on the vent grille, tilt the grille forward, lift it out, and remove filter. To reinstall, place the filter into its slotted area – wire mesh side up, replace vent grille, and secure with screws Let us know if you need us further. Sincerely yours, Melanie
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.The filter is located behind the top panel above the door. Unscrew the row of screws at the top, carefully remove the panel and the filter can be removed. Replace in reverse order.
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