How to Clean the Grease Filter on a Goldstar Microwave

Like most over-the-range microwave ovens, the Goldstar has a grease filter that you must properly maintain to keep the filtration system functioning properly. Removing and cleaning the grease filter should be part of your regular cleaning routine. Cleaning the grease filter on the microwave oven is a simple process that will take the average do-it-yourselfer about 10 minutes to complete. In some cases, if the filter is very old, or dirty, you may want to simply replace it and start with a fresh one.

Things You'll Need

• Phillips screwdriver
• Hot soapy water
• Lint-free rag

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Plug the kitchen sink with a drain plug and run water as hot as you can tolerate into the basin. Remove the filter and screen from the bottom of the microwave using a Phillips screwdriver.

   • 2

     Add dish detergent to the water. Place the filter and screen in the water. Allow them to soak for five minutes.

   • 3

     Clean debris from the outside of the filter and screen using a lint-free cloth. Repeat the process as necessary until clean.

   • 4

     Allow the filter and screen to dry thoroughly and then replace in the microwave. Tighten the retaining screw using a Phillips screwdriver.