Insignia NS-OTR16SS8Q - Filter Maintenance; Cleaning Grease Filters; Replacing Charcoal Filter

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NS-OTR16SS8Q
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Cleaning and replacing the filters
Cleaning the grease filters
Clean the filters at least once a month. Never use the fan or microwave without the filters in place.
1 P
ull down slightly on the tab toward the front of the microwave to remove the filter. Repeat for the other filter.
2 S
oak the filter in a sink or dish pan filled with hot water and detergent.
CAUTION
DO NOT use ammonia or other alkali. They will react with the filter material and
darken it.
3 A
gitate and scrub the filter with a brush to remove embedded dirt.
4 R
inse thoroughly and shake dry.
5 R
eplace by fitting the filter back into the opening.
Grease filters
BOTTOM
Replacing the charcoal filter
A charcoal filter is used for nonvented, recirculated installation. The filter should be changed every 6 to 12 months
depending on use.
1 Discon
nect power to the microwave at the circuit breaker or by unplugging it.
2 R
emove the louver mounting screws from the top center of the louver, then push down on the tabs at each end
of the louver to disengage it.
3 P
ull the louver away from the unit.
4 R
eplace the charcoal filter. Make sure that the wire mesh is visible from the front.
5 C
arefully push the louver back into place and replace the louver mounting screws.
Louver mounting screws
Charcoal filter
Louver