GE Spacemaker II: 1.0 cu. ft. Countertop Microwave Oven with 800 Watts, 10 Power Levels, Convenience Review

This is the second GE unit I've had in this space. The first unit quit working after about 8 years ( probably an earlier model). I replaced it ~jan 2007 with this model since it fits exactly into the builtin space. Few months ago my wife pointed out paint is peeling on the top inside - right over the food. She was concerned that paint would drop into food. I called GE warranty today and was told - it out of warranty thus they won't fix it. Looks like I'll have to buy a new unit due to poor GE paint job and rigid warranty policies.

I have pictures of the peeling paint - will send to GE to see what happens.

Imaging away / flick

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GE Spacemaker II: 1.0 cu. ft. Countertop Microwave Oven with 800 Watts, 10 Power Levels, Convenience Cooking, Glass Turntable, Optional Built-in Trim Kit and Optional Hanging Kit

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Dacor Convection Microwave Review

In late September of 2007 I purchased a DCM24 Convection Microwave oven for $550 and had it built in which cost more than the DCM24.I had 5 problems with this appliance with the most serious being its durability: 1) Popcorn and other things cannot be cooked without inverting a glass dish on the turntable otherwise the microwave worked fine, but the same cannot be said for the convection oven;2) When cooking with convection it has a strong fan that circulates the heat around the oven, but it also circulates the smells from the oven all over the house; 3) It was a mess to clean the inside of the oven after cooking meat and other items (other than baking breads)with convection; 4) When cooking meat and casseroles, it took much longer than the cookbook predicted time, but I will say that it did a good job baking rolls and muffins; 5)MOST IMPORTANTLY when it was 22 months old it DIED: the only things that worked were the light and the fan.I called a Dacor appliance repairman and they took it in to the shop to diagnose the problem.Several days later I was told that it would cost $355 to have it repaired. I told them that they could keep it.I will purchase a Sharp microwave - I've had 2 of them that lasted for over 10 years, and an Oster toaster oven for a small convection oven.

N. L. Olsen

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Dacor Convection Microwave - DCM24BK. 1.5 Cubic Foot Capacity. 900 Watts. Sensor Modes. Allows Convection, Broiling, And Combination Roasting And Baking. Auto-Defrost. Built-In Or Counter Top Installation. Black Finish

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R-820BW Microwave Oven Review

I have to say, this is a great product!
As a microwave it works fine, What I liked best was the convection feature.
I would rather manual time my food to my liking instead of using the preset compucook features.

My advise is to follow your normal cookingtimes for items you cook often in a regular oven, just reduce the temperature by 25 degrees.

example:
If you like chicken breast that are frozen(no need to thaw)
Place them in a Pyrex dish add seasoning of your choice..garlic, oregano, onions, etc.
a little olive oil or oil of choice.

chose the convection button, then press 1 for preheating oven. normal cook temperature would be 375 degrees for 40-45 min. Just set temp. at 350

The oven will preheat( be patient)takes about 3 min. the oven will beep when ready. (if you forget don't worry it will stop on it's own if you do not respond within 20 min or so.)
Place frozen chicken in along with seasoning.

Then go relax! No need to worry about burning if you forget!!
If you want it browned a little more use the add minute feature before it finishes.

Biscuits come out great! evenly browned to perfection..I used to make them a lighter brown because I was always afraid I would forget about them and burn them.
( those last few minutes in a normal oven browns fast)
But it turns off by it's self so don't worry, just write down the time you like best and it will come out the same every time.

This convection microwave is perfect if you are a busy person with many things going on at one time.

Only one complaint, the clock display is hard to view if you are tall, the screen can't be seen to well. Just step back a little to get a good view.
A normal counter top gives a perfect view of screen if you are 5'2"-5'9"

Availability: In Stock. Ships from and sold by UnbeatableSale, Inc.

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Carousel turntable system: 12.75 inch diameter porcelain enamel2-line, 12-digit interactive DisplayAuto-Touch, programmable to 4 sequencesConvection Temperature Control: 100, 150, 275, 450 F in 25 degreeincrementsCompuDefrost, CompuCook, CompuBake, CompuGrill, CompuRoast, CompuPizzaAutomatic Popcorn and Reheat keysCustom HelpColor WhiteMinute PlusKitchen TimerTouch OnAuto StartChild LockAudible Signal EliminationLanguage optionsOven Capacity: 0.9 cu. ft.Oven Intereior: Stainless steel with lightInterior Dimensions: 13 7/8in x 7 1/2in x 14 1/2inPart Number: R-820BW

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900 Watt .9 cu. ft. Double Grill Black Convection Microwave Oven Review

We really appreciate the multi-function capability of this microwave/convection oven. The ordering process was simple and quick. Delivery was better than promised. I installed the unit and it is working fine.

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Now, for the first time, enhanced browning and crisping are possible in a convection microwave oven. This is because only the Grill 2 Convection has double grills which emit radiant heat both over and under food.This convection microwave oven includes many of the most innovative microwave features, such as CompuDefrost, CompuCook, CompuBake, CompuGrill, CompuRoast, CompuPizza Automatic Popcorn and Reheat keys.

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Cuisinart CMW-200 1-1/5-Cubic-Foot Convection Microwave Oven with Grill Review

I live in a small downtown unit in San Francisco, so anything that takes up space has to earn it's living. This unit is now the only "oven" I use, and it's wonderful. I see many complain about how long it takes to "heat up," but that's a misunderstanding of using convection heat. Just put whatever you want to cook in the oven--cakes, breads, lasagna, etc.--and it will cook as the oven heats. Because of the convection, there are no "hot spots" and nothing will burn. The only adjustment is the cooking time, but that can be gauged with a little practice. Easy to clean, makes wonderful toast, pies, fresh breads and roast cuts of meat.... I don't know what I'd do without this. The microwave is very flexible and easy to use with many different choices on the control panel.

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With its brushed stainless-steel and black frame, embossed Cuisinart logo, and dark tinted-glass window, this convection microwave oven and grill not only looks great on the kitchen counter, but it also provides an array of convenient features. Its spacious 1-1/5 cubic-foot interior includes a 12-inch glass tray, which rotates for even heating, as well as a reversible grill rack for use with the grill function. The unit's sleek touchpad control panel with an easy-to-read LCD display offers single and combinations settings for an unlimited number of cooking options. Choose from nine preset options, plus a grill function, as well as two convenient defrost functions for defrosting food by weight or time. Its multi-stage cooking feature allows the microwave to be set to shift automatically from one stage of operation to another for perfect results. The unit can also be used to convection bake or roast with and without microwave function. For added convenience, its stainless-steel interior prevents the absorption of odors and sanitizes easily. An instruction manual with recipes comes included. The 1000-watt microwave oven measures 23-2/3 by 21 by 14-3/5 inches and carries a three-year limited warranty.

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Sharp R-820JS 0.9-Cubic Foot Grill 2 Convection Microwave, Silver Review

I acquired this microwave when I was moving to a flat with limited kitchen space, and my primary reason for the choice was that the Sharp model was multi-functional. Since I've begun using it, I happily have ceased to sing a requiem for the toaster oven, separate grill, and other items I was 'consolidating' in this purchase.

I have used the Sharp microwave for grilling and roasting, as well as normal microwave functions, and the results are better than I could have expected. Grilled and roasted foods are extremely tender and juicy - at least of the quality one could expect from a conventional oven. I have had similar success with cooking vegetables.

Reheating muffins and breads has amazing results - they seem fresh baked and, unlike breads normally heated in a microwave, do not harden in a minute. I have used the convection feature for preparing breads, and had especially stunning results with preparing a frozen chicken pie. I suppose the surrounding air from the convection oven was the reason, but it seemed like a fresh-baked meat pie.

There are a few drawbacks, which would not compromise my five star rating because of the great versatility and high quality of the unit overall. The 'auto' roast, defrost, and grill features are very convenient, as is the prompting (telling one when to turn over the meat, for example), but they are very limited in the weight restrictions. For example, if one is defrosting ground meat, it has to be a certain weight - significantly more than that of a single hamburger. Though grills and roasts would mostly fit in to the specifications, this is a drawback for defrosting, where one must estimate times and key them in manually.

Another difficulty I have experienced, when grilling on the rack, is that drippings which fall either on to the carousel tray or a pan placed under the meat can become badly burnt and baked on. This was slightly disappointing for my intentions of preparing gravies on the side. My single attempt to do so meant I had to soak the pan overnight and then scrape. The grilling results are wonderful, as far as the effect on the meats, but there is a great deal of smoke generated. Whenever I grill, it sets off the smoke alarm - probably best to roast, then only grill at the end.

I would advise anyone purchasing this microwave to read the manual in full. The capabilities will not be realised otherwise. I actually use the unit less for 'standard microwaving' than for its other features.

One further comment: the Sharp microwave cookbook, which is advertised in the manual for the unit, is useful but not specific to the multi-functional machine. It contains only microwave recipes - none for grilling, roasting, or convection.

Overall, and considering that it can replace several appliances, this microwave is an extraordinary value.

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Sharp convection microwave, R820JS silver family size convection microwave, bakes, grills, roasts, 11 power levels, stainless interior, turntable. Enhanced browning and crisping are possible in a convection microwave oven. That's because only the Grill 2 Convection has "double" grills that emit radiant heat both over and under food.

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