The trick is to align the bottom and top tabs first. This take a little coaxing and patience, but once these snap in, the tabs with the threads line up perfectly.
TIP: Thread the screws into the metal tabs while supporting the tabs with your hand BEFORE installing the grille, back them out, and then install. The threads were a little tight, and putting a lot of pressure on them while the tabs are in the slots risks breaking them off.
Our Microwave Vent Grill was broken - and since I was ordering online, I figured I'd get the two filters as well. The Vent Grill was fairly easy to install. It was a little tricky getting it to fit in, but once in, it was just a matter of screwing in at the top.
The Filters were another matter. The FILTR-GRSE came out very easy, but what I didn't realize was when I ordered it, it only came in packs of 1. The Charcoal Air Filter came in packs of 2, so I assumed both did. Why, when you need two of each of these, do they sell one in single packages - and the other in packs of two? The Charcoal Air Filters were only replaceable by unscrewing the bottom of the microwave. The FILTR-GRSE were easy enough to just pop out.
Vent Grill - Remove 2 screws on top to the far left and far right and pull out the grill. When installing the new grill, insert the bottom 2 tabs in their slots and then firmly but gently push down on the top of the grill to snap it in place, being very careful not to break the plastic tabs on top. Reinsert the top screws.
Door Panel - Remove 3 screws on the outside edge of the door where the latch is. Snap off the door panel by pulling away the outer edges, being very careful that the glass pane which is only glued to the door panel does not come loose and fall out. Unscrew and remove the door handle. Remove the glass pane by scraping off the silicon glue. A razor is handy for removing any residue. Reattach the glass pane to the new door panel, making sure that the Whirlpool logo is facing the right way. You may need to slightly flex the plastic mounting tabs that hold the glass pane. Apply silicon glue to secure it in place. After the glue dries, screw on the door handle and snap the door panel on the door by gently flexing the outer edges and pushing it in place. Reinsert the 3 screws on the outside edge of the door.
General Comments - Both of these parts have flimsy plastic tabs to hold things in place and unfortunately, because they fit rather snugly, you need to apply just enough force to snap them in place without breaking them. Also, do not tighten any of the screws too much as this can break the plastic or cause stress fractures later. It's an easy installation but you just need to be careful not to break anything.
air vent grill was broke (cracked in several places)
Took apart old grill taking out 2 screws then put new grill in place and reinstalled screws and done.
Other Parts Used:
Edward from Lehighton, PA
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers
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Microwave vent cover was broken
Repair part delivered only a few days after purchasing on-line. The replacement part was the exact same as that on the original unit. Installation took about 1 minute involving 2 screws. Ordering was very easy.
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Other Parts Used:
Richard from Edmond, OK
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers
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Broken Microwave Vent
The old vent slipped right off because the tabs holding the screws were broken. It took just a few minutes to screw in the new vent. Also, I want to add that I only ordered the part on Friday and it arrived Saturday morning. I wish all repairs were this simple!
Other Parts Used:
Barbara from Carmel, IN
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers
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Grill on microwave was not staying in place
Took off old grill and replaced with the new grill. This is very easy. I am pleased with the service from your company. Parts arrived very quickly.
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DAVID
December 27, 2017
I was able to find the vent cover and the instructions, but the material also indicates that if the brackets that the vent cover attach to are broken they will also need to be replaced. Unfortunately, i can't find any information about the part number or instructions in the material, can you help me? Thanks, david
For model number MH1150XMS0
Hi David,
Thank you for your question. The part number for a vent grille mounting bracket is PS993093. This individual microwave mounting bracket attaches the vent grill to the cabinet. Most times, these are sold with the vent grill assembly. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Nicholas
May 8, 2019
Do you carry grill vent for the above model if so, what is the part number?Thank you, nick
For model number MH2155XPQ-1
Hi Nicholas,
Thank you for your question. The part number listed under your model number for the grill vent is PS391931. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Leslie
June 20, 2019
Our unit is a almond color. Is this still available as a replacement part and what would the vent grill cover part number be?
For model number MH2155XPT1
Hi Leslie,
Thank you for your question. There is a bisquit colored vent grille which is similar to almond. The part number listed under your model number for the bisquit colored vent grille is PS391932. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Niki
September 21, 2021
Is this grill appropriate for model YMH7140XFQ.
Thank you
For model number YMH7140XFQ
Hi Niki,
Thank you for your question. Yes, this would be the correct grill for your microwave If you would like to place an order for it, you may order it either online or by calling our customer service line and anyone will be happy to assist you. We hope this helps! If you have any questions, please let us know.
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Bobby
July 30, 2019
Need vent cover
For model number JVM1740DM1WW
Hi Bobby, thank you for your question. I have linked that part below for you. Good luck with your repair.
Will this white grill cover fit model # mh1150xmq-1
For model number MH1150XMQ1
Hi Craig, thank you for your question. Yes, this is the part that you are looking for according to your manufacturer and the model number provided. I hope that helps. Good luck with your repair.
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Charles
January 23, 2020
I need the grill vent in almond color. Is there p/n for it?
For model number MH7140XFZ0
Hello Charles, Thank you for contacting us. I have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is PartSelect Number PS373724. I looked up the part and it is listed as No Longer Available/Discontinued sorry. There are no part substitutions listed. Our suggestion here would be to call the manufacturer and see if they can provide you with a substitution for these part numbers. We hope this helps.
