Maintenance Guides / Kitchen Appliances

Clean over-range microwave grease filter

Difficulty: easyTime: 15 mins

Why it matters

A clogged microwave grease filter can't ventilate cooking fumes, causing grease to build up inside the microwave and ductwork. This creates odors, reduces ventilation, and is a fire hazard.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Pull the filter tab down to release the mesh filter from beneath the microwave.

  • 2

    Soak in hot soapy water for 10 minutes, or run through the dishwasher's top rack.

  • 3

    Rinse, allow to dry, and reinstall.