Samsung SMH1816W-XAA - Manual (Page 21)

cleaning and maintaining your microwave oven _21
05 Cleaning and maint
aining
6. Remove the cover by pushing the hook and pulling up
the lever.
7. Remove the bulb by turning it gently.
8. Replace the bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb.
9. Replace the bulb holder.
10. Replace the vent grille and the 2 screws.
11. Turn the power back on.
CLEANING THE GREASE FILTER
Your microwave oven has two metal reusable grease
filters. The grease filters should be removed and cleaned
at least once a month, or as required.
WARNING
To avoid risk of personal injury or property damage,
do not operate the oven hood without the filters in
place.
1. To remove the filter, slide it to the left (or right) using
the tab.
Push
2. Soak the grease filter in hot water and a mild
detergent. Rinse well and shake to dry. Brushing the
filter lightly can remove embedded dirt.
WARNING
Do not use ammonia or put the grease filter in the
microwave oven. The aluminum will darken.
3. To return the filter to its position, slide it into the frame
slot on the left (or right), then push it upwards and to
the right (or left) to lock it.
CLEANING THE TURNTAbLE ANd
ROLLER RINGS
Clean the roller rings periodically and wash the turntable
as required. You can wash the turntable safely in your
dishwasher.
STORING ANd REPAIRING yOUR
MICROWAvE OvEN
If you need to store your microwave oven for a short or
extended period of time, choose a dust-free, dry location.
Dust and dampness may adversely affect the ability of the
microwave parts.
WARNING
• Do not repair, replace or service any part of your
microwave oven yourself. Allow only a qualified
service technician to perform repairs. If the oven
is faulty and needs servicing, or you are in doubt
about its condition, unplug the oven from the
power outlet and contact your nearest service
center.
• Do not use the oven if it is damaged, in
particular, if the door or door seals are damaged.
Door damage includes a broken hinge, a worn
out seal, or distorted/bent casing.
• Do not remove the oven from its casing.
• This microwave oven is for home use only and is
not intended for commercial use.
REPLACING THE COOkTOP/NIGHT
LIGHT
When replacing the cooktop/night light, make sure that
you are wearing gloves to avoid injury from the heat of the
bulb.
1. Unplug the oven or turn off the power at the main
power supply.
2. Remove the screw from the light cover and lower the
cover.
3. Replace bulb with 40 watt incandescent bulb.
4. Replace the light cover and mounting screw.
5 Turn the power back on at the main power supply.
REPLACING THE OvEN LIGHT
When replacing the oven light, make sure that you are
wearing gloves to avoid injury from the heat of the bulb.
1. Unplug the oven or turn off the power at the main
power supply.
2. Open the door.
3. Remove the vent cover mounting screws (2 middle
screws).
4. Slide the vent grille to the left, then pull it straight out.
5. Remove the charcoal filter, if present.
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