Over-the-Range Microwave - Charcoal Filter Replacement with Grille Behind Door

Charcoal filters are model specific, so it is important to replace the charcoal filter with the correct filter for your model. The charcoal filter is listed in each model's product specifications or in their Installation Instructions.

Replacing the Charcoal Filter on Models With the Grille Behind the Door

Follow the below steps to replace the charcoal filter for Microwave Ovens with the grille behind the Microwave Oven door (air flow directed upwards).

1. Disconnect power at the main fuse/circuit breaker or unplug it from the outlet.
2. Open the Microwave Oven door.
3. Remove the screws (two or three) on the top of the Microwave Oven near the front.

   

4. Slide the grille slightly to the left (skip on AVM4160, JVM3160, JNM3161, JVM3162, and JNM3163 models).
5. Pull the grille away from the Microwave Oven.
6. Remove the old filter and insert the new filter. NOTE: The charcoal filter sits loosely in the filter compartment area behind the vent cover. While most are installed at an angle, some lay flat and the filter is unsecured in the filter compartment. They are designed to have freedom of movement until the vent fan is turned on which then holds the filter in place. The filter can be smaller than the filter compartment and may not cover the entire vent opening. This is normal.
7. Replace the grille on the Microwave Oven.
8. Replace the screws.
9. Close the Microwave Oven door.

View a short video on how to install a charcoal filter on models AVM4160, JVM3160, JNM3161, JVM3162, and JNM3163:

View a short video on how to install a charcoal filter on models other than AVM4160, JVM3160, JNM3161, JVM3162, and JNM3163:

Additional Support

Instructions for different Over-the-Range model styles:

• Over-the-Range Microwave - Charcoal Filter Replacement with Grille Behind Door with Push-Button Filter Door
• Over-the-Range Microwave - Charcoal Filter Replacement with Grille Behind Door with Filter Door
• Over-the-Range Microwave - Charcoal Filter Replacement with Hidden Vent
• Over-the-Range Microwave - Charcoal Filter Replacement with Grille Above the Door

For model specific instructions on accessing and replacing the charcoal filter, consult the Owner's Manual for the model you own.