35If the model is not ventedto the outside, the air willbe recirculated through adisposable charcoal filterthat helps remove smokeand odors.The charcoal filter shouldbe replaced when it isnoticeably dirty ordiscolored (usually after6–12 months, dependingon hood usage). See“Optional Kits,” page 9,for more information.The charcoal filtercannot be cleaned. Itmust be replaced. OrderPart No. WB02X10943from your GE supplier.Charcoal Filter(on some models)To remove the charcoalfilter, disconnect powerat the main fuse or circuitbreaker panel or pullthe plug.Remove the top grille byremoving the 2 screws thathold it in place. Pull thefilter at the bottom until itcomes free of the lockingtabs. Slide the filter downand out.To RemoveCharcoal FilterRemove 2 grille screwsto remove the grille.To install a new filter,remove plastic and otherouter wrapping from thenew filter.1 Insert the top of the filterup and into the grooveson the inside of the topopening.2 Push the bottom of thefilter in until it snapsinto place behind thelocking tabs.To InstallCharcoal Filter