Who is the Speed Queen of Microwaves?
Todd
the day I die.
I do not like Microwave Ovens that blow out in one
to three years.
Margo's counter top Microwave just blew out.
It is a 0.6 Cu-ft model running at 10 amps.
She can not find anything on the web that people
do not say are one to three year units. :'(
Anyone know who the Speed Queen of Microwaves
is?
Many thanks,
-T
Van Chocstraw
The elcheapo Walmart brands last the longest. Goldstar is one. There are
many.
Steve B
"Todd" <to...@invalid.com> wrote in message
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I like the Panasonic Inverter 1300 watt model. I have two of them, one in
my house, and one at a vacation rental I used to occupy. What I like is the
% cooking levels.
Originally, microwave ovens on 50% cook power would simply turn on and off
half the time. This puts out a wave that is 50% of maximum. It heats a lot
more evenly without blowups of whatnots in the food, and makes reheating
much less exciting.
Not expensive, either. Both units, only had to replace one small fuse once
in one of them in three years now.
Steve
Phisherman
There are probably 15 brands with just 2 or 3 makers. I have a Maytag
over-the-range microwave, no problems. Maybe not the "Cadillac" of
microwave ovens, but it has a super 5-speed exhaust fan. The tray
moves side-to-side, not around, great for rectangular-dish casseroles.
Really, are folks requesting "countertop" models? Wouldn't it be
easier to a an eye-level oven?
RicodJour
>
> I have a 1973 Monkey Wards microwave that just won't die.
Isn't that the one that can recharge your pacemaker if you're within
15'? ;)
R
Bob Villa
Samsung is one of the bigger players and LG (Gold Star).
bob
ransley
I would get a commercial unit or a 3 year full replacement warranty,
im sure most consumer units are made by a few factories in china and
all are about the same quality, but maybe you have electric service
issues like surges.
h
"Phisherman" <nob...@noone.com> wrote in message
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I will NEVER understand microwaves above counter level. I can't image trying
to take very hot dishes out of an oven at chest height or higher. It's
insane. The first thing I did for my 80 year old mother when she moved into
her condo was move the microwave down to the counter from a 5ft shelf. She
uses the shelf as a liquor cabinet since she rarely needs the booze and
needs a step stool to reach that high. What are these people thinking when
they design kitchens in retirement communities?
Todd
> I like the Panasonic Inverter 1300 watt model. I have two of them, one in
> my house, and one at a vacation rental I used to occupy. What I like is the
> % cooking levels.
>
> Originally, microwave ovens on 50% cook power would simply turn on and off
> half the time. This puts out a wave that is 50% of maximum. It heats a lot
> more evenly without blowups of whatnots in the food, and makes reheating
> much less exciting.
>
> Not expensive, either. Both units, only had to replace one small fuse once
> in one of them in three years now.
The reviews I am getting on the Panasonic are not good.
The pop out dial, instead of a keypad, is a pain in the
ass. Also the display can not be read unless you stick your
face right in it. The Inverter sounds really good. Everyone
seems to like that.
Todd
> There are probably 15 brands with just 2 or 3 makers. I have a Maytag
> over-the-range microwave, no problems. Maybe not the "Cadillac" of
> microwave ovens, but it has a super 5-speed exhaust fan. The tray
> moves side-to-side, not around, great for rectangular-dish casseroles.
> Really, are folks requesting "countertop" models? Wouldn't it be
> easier to a an eye-level oven?
Maytag makes really, really crappy washers. Are their
microwaves any better?
Steve B
"h" <tmc...@searchmachine.com> wrote in message
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Dittos on that. The only thing worse is to put one over a stove where it
can get all gooked up inside. Sure, people say, oh, it has a vent. Most
don't vent outside, but right back in yer face, and the ones that do vent
outside still have a huge buildup of skunge. It's just that most people
don't EVER pull the face until they change it, then see it. Or they have it
changed, and never see it.
Steve
Steve B
"Phisherman" <nob...@noone.com> wrote
> There are probably 15 brands with just 2 or 3 makers. I have a Maytag
> over-the-range microwave, no problems. Maybe not the "Cadillac" of
> microwave ovens, but it has a super 5-speed exhaust fan. The tray
> moves side-to-side, not around, great for rectangular-dish casseroles.
> Really, are folks requesting "countertop" models? Wouldn't it be
> easier to a an eye-level oven?
I personally think any microwave that is chest high or higher is unsafe
because of a spill hazard. And one over a stove is an accident waiting to
happen.
Steve
Steve B
My model Inverter has a keypad, and you don't have to put the manual right
next to the microwave to use all the functions. No dials on this one. Do
they still make them with dials?
Steve
Todd
> I would get a commercial unit
Not finding any with a turntable. :'(
sa...@dog.com
>
>> I would get a commercial unit
>
>Not finding any with a turntable. :'(
Get yourself a Sharp Microwave. I just replaced mine, which died after
a mere 19 years. Look in the kitchens of many restaurants, and you'll
find Sharp microwaves. I see them in fast food places, too. A lot of
mom & Pop restaurants don't even have the commercial models. They just
go to Target and buy the same one I have for about $160. That's for a
full size unit with turntable and all the bells and whistles.
EXT
"Steve B" <desert...@fishmail.net> wrote in message
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still in use at my brother-in-law's and it is now 22 years old.
K
I'd suggest a Sharp if they still make them. I gave mine away after 24
years, and it's still in service. I've replaced twice in the past 5 years.
K
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Ron
wrote:
I've got a Sanyo that I bought from Circuit City? back in '89 that
still works fine.
Wayne Boatwright
We've had a coutertop Panasonic microwave with inverter technology for
about 7 years and it works as well as the day we bought it. We use it
numerous times a day for both short and long periods.
This model is almost identical to the one we have...
<http://www2.panasonic.com/consumer-electronics/shop/Home-
Appliances/Microwave-Ovens/Countertop-Microwaves/model.NN-H765BF_11002_
7000000000000005702>
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Wayne Boatwright
Jim Yanik
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> On Sun 17 Jan 2010 06:44:30p, Todd told us...
>
>> I love my Speed Queen. Probably have it till
>> the day I die.
>>
>> I do not like Microwave Ovens that blow out in one
>> to three years.
>>
>> Margo's counter top Microwave just blew out.
>> It is a 0.6 Cu-ft model running at 10 amps.
>> She can not find anything on the web that people
>> do not say are one to three year units. :'(
>>
>> Anyone know who the Speed Queen of Microwaves
>> is?
>>
>> Many thanks,
>> -T
>>
>
> We've had a coutertop Panasonic microwave with inverter technology for
> about 7 years and it works as well as the day we bought it. We use it
> numerous times a day for both short and long periods.
>
> This model is almost identical to the one we have...
>
><http://www2.panasonic.com/consumer-electronics/shop/Home-
> Appliances/Microwave-Ovens/Countertop-Microwaves/model.NN-H765BF_11002_
> 7000000000000005702>
>
>
>
I've had the same Sharp oven for 31 years.
I had to replace a shorted HV cap and HV diode,cost was $25 at an appliance
repair store.
The oven cost ISTR $350.
--
Jim Yanik
jyanik
at
localnet
dot com
Ed P
"Jim Yanik" <jya...@abuse.gov> wrote in message
>
> I've had the same Sharp oven for 31 years.
> I had to replace a shorted HV cap and HV diode,cost was $25 at an
> appliance
> repair store.
> The oven cost ISTR $350.
Today, that oven with twice the power, many more features is less than $99
and will last 3 to 5 years. Last one I bought for work was $69, but now
you can get them for even $39 with minimal features.
sa...@dog.com
You obviously are extremely unfamiliar with Sharp microwaves. I used
to repair microwaves for a living, and I won't own anything other than
a Sharp. The same is true for most restaurants. Many of them use the
CONSUMER models, because they hold up so well.
Jim Yanik
news:v9WdnUWzRMPJGsrW...@giganews.com:
yeah,I've seen them advertised,but mine has a bigger cavity,and it's paid
off. 8-)
Plus I'm proud that I fixed it and that it's lasted so long!
I've found that many of the college students that rent here throw away
their working MW ovens when they graduate and move away.
I could have several if I wanted.
Ed P
<sa...@dog.com> wrote in message
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> You obviously are extremely unfamiliar with Sharp microwaves. I used
> to repair microwaves for a living, and I won't own anything other than
> a Sharp. The same is true for most restaurants. Many of them use the
> CONSUMER models, because they hold up so well.
>
OK, it is $99. Do you think it will last 30 years?
http://www.amazon.com/Sharp-R-305KS-1-Cubic-Foot-1100-Watt-Microwave/dp/B000A7B4CQ
Jim Yanik
I would think that a consumer MW used in a restaurant would suffer failed
door switches in a short time,from higher than normal use.
My question is; why are the newer MW's failing in only a few years?
What's failing?
There's not that much to a MW oven.
Todd
> to repair microwaves for a living, and I won't own anything other than
> a Sharp. The same is true for most restaurants. Many of them use the
> CONSUMER models, because they hold up so well.
>
The reviews on the web say that the small model
I am after is horrible. Remarks like the covers
on the membrane switches rub off. After a few
months they were only able to heat on popcorn,
etc. (Reviews mainly from Amazon.com)
What do you think of the Kenmores?
-T
Todd
> What's failing?
The consumer will not pay what it takes to build
a nice one here in America. So, we are all stuck
with cheap, Chinese crap! (No offense to the Chinese,
they are just following specifications from their American
buyers.)
-T
Ed P
>
Try to find out who makes them. Fact is, all microwaves are made by two or
three companies, but specs can vary a bit.
sa...@dog.com
It very well might. I'd guess more like 20 years on average, but more
is always possible.
Overall, I don't think of Sharp as making exceptional stuff other than
their microwaves. Their microwaves, however, are clearly superior.
sa...@dog.com
Small models from anyone are gonna be disposable. Buy a mid-full size
machine if you want something durable. Look for something at least 1
cubic foot capacity.
Phisherman
The button panel will likely wear out before that. I had an Amana
RadarRange that lasted almost 25 years, the readout panel wore out at
20 years so you could not see any numbers on the display, but still it
worked. The labyrinth door was very heavy and solid, but today you
get el cheapo crap made in China.
Todd
> machine if you want something durable. Look for something at least 1
> cubic foot capacity.
That is what I gathered. Problem: the genusis that wired
my house put all the kitchen (except the stoves 220), the
dining room, the garage, and half the living room on
the same run. So I have to watch my amps. Anything over
9 amps (input) on the kitchen microwave and I am going to
be out in the snow resetting breakers. :-(
Wayne Boatwright
The Panasonic has models with a larger cavity. I didn't need one that
large, plus I also have an over the range unit as well.
You couldn't give me a 30+ year old m/w with the antique technology and
lack of features.
AZ Nomad
>The Panasonic has models with a larger cavity. I didn't need one that
>large, plus I also have an over the range unit as well.
>You couldn't give me a 30+ year old m/w with the antique technology and
>lack of features.
My house came with a 80's litton range microwave that developed a bad
stirer -- it wasn't a turntable and it used a mechanical spinner to
distribute the microwaves. I took it apart and couldn't find it.
Then I figured that I'd lost trace of which of the 50 screws went
where so I chucked it.
Ended up with a samsung that was basically the the third cheapest
on in the store. It's main features are an exhaust fan that can
move a huricane and an easy user interface that can run a countdown
timer while still cooking. It has a sensor but I never use it.
It has programmed menu options that I never us either. I always
use time and power level and am never surprised.
Todd
> The Panasonic has models with a larger cavity. I didn't need one that
> large, plus I also have an over the range unit as well.
>
> You couldn't give me a 30+ year old m/w with the antique technology and
> lack of features.
>
I need to stay under 9 amps or I will be out in
the snow untripping a breaker.
Jim Yanik
> On Wed 20 Jan 2010 08:17:53p, Jim Yanik told us...
>
>> "Ed P" <e...@snet.net> wrote in
>> news:v9WdnUWzRMPJGsrW...@giganews.com:
>>
>>>
>>> "Jim Yanik" <jya...@abuse.gov> wrote in message
>>>>
>>>> I've had the same Sharp oven for 31 years.
>>>> I had to replace a shorted HV cap and HV diode,cost was $25 at an
>>>> appliance repair store.
>>>> The oven cost ISTR $350.
>>>
>>> Today, that oven with twice the power, many more features is less
>>> than $99 and will last 3 to 5 years. Last one I bought for work
>>> was $69, but now you can get them for even $39 with minimal
>>> features.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
>> yeah,I've seen them advertised,but mine has a bigger cavity,and it's
>> paid off. 8-)
>>
>> Plus I'm proud that I fixed it and that it's lasted so long!
>>
>> I've found that many of the college students that rent here throw
>> away their working MW ovens when they graduate and move away.
>> I could have several if I wanted.
>>
>>
>
> The Panasonic has models with a larger cavity. I didn't need one that
> large, plus I also have an over the range unit as well.
>
> You couldn't give me a 30+ year old m/w with the antique technology
> and lack of features.
>
Ah,but I already have it,it's paid for,and it works fine.