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Sharp R-1750 1-3/5-Cubic-Foot 1100-Watt Over-the-Range Microwave, Black

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Sharp microwave oven R-1750 over the range black sensor, 62 automatic settings, 24 interactive recipes, plus 6 additional settings.
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- 1100-watt over-the-range microwave oven with spacious 1-3/5-cubic-foot capacity
- Touch-screen control pad; unique sensor settings; 11 power levels; automatic defrost
- Keep-warm function; Minute Plus; popcorn key; convenient timer; interior light
- 13-inch-diameter glass turntable for even heating; removable cooking rack included
- Measures 29-15/16 by 16-15/16 by 16-3/8 inches; 1-year limited warranty
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Sharp R-308KK 1-Cubic-Foot 1100-Watt Microwave Oven, Black

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Sharp R-308KK 1100 Watts Black Microwave
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Technical Details

- 1100-watt mid-sized microwave oven with 1-cubic-foot capacity
- 12-5/8-inch-diameter turntable provides even heating; 23 automatic settings
- 4 defrost, 6 cook, and 6 reheat options; Short Cuts for melting, softening, and warming
- Minute Plus; popcorn key; auto-touch controls; 4-digit lighted display; interior light
- Measures 20-1/2 by 17-3/8 by 12-1/4 inches; 1-year limited warranty
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Customer Buzz
 "Nothing sharp here" 2010-06-12
By Charles Baron (Los Angeles, CA United States)
Recalling how fast Amazon ships on book orders I naively believed the same would apply to a microwave oven. Forget it. And not only was delivery slow it was late. A product made in Japan was shipped to Los Angeles from New York state. Go figure. Does Amazon provide this kind of shipping info before you order? No. Now to top it all off the product is flawed: the exterior of the control keypad is apparently a piece of plastic stuck onto the underlying surface, which has since developed air bubbles that will not go away. It looks shoddy; it feels shoddy. Recommendations: 1) Don't buy small appliances through Amazon; 2) Don't buy this microwave oven.

Customer Buzz
 "Power Level can't be entered directly" 2009-12-20
By The Finance Buff (USA)
If you use microwave oven to defrost and you'd like to enter the time and power level directly, good luck. On my old oven, I go Time -> 2:00 -> Power -> 3 -> Start. On this oven, the power level can't be entered directly. You have to press the Power Level 7 or 8 times to get it down to 30%. Terrible usability.

Customer Buzz
 "Sticker" 2009-07-02
By Wowly (CA)
Be aware the door is plastic and they place a sticker on it that cannot be removed without damaging the plastic. I sure wish I had just returned to Target.

Customer Buzz
 "Panasonic or Sharp? The Light Made the Difference" 2008-06-19
By RainyDay (San Diego, CA)
I've had this microwave for three weeks and am very pleased. I previously owned a Panasonic which performed well but died after 3 years.



I decided on the Sharp based on very good reviews but most of all because of the utility light that turns on when the door is opened and during cooking. The Panasonic was only lighted during cooking; I found it inconvenient to check food "in the dark" when I opened the door.



The door does have a loud, distinct "clunk" upon closing. I find it noticeable but not disturbing.



The Sharp has the utility light, cooks well, has good defrost features, and a very fast (one touch) minute button for cooking. I'm glad I chose the Sharp over the Panasonic.

Customer Buzz
 "Love it!!" 2007-11-03
By kksox (East Longmeadow, MA)
I had the older version of this microwave. I owned that for about 8 years and the panel with the digital buttons, numbers burned out. So I could never see what time I programmed in. The door kept getting stuck closed too. For the price and the wear, it is a great product, that is why I chose to buy another one. I have had it for 6 months or so and it is so similar to my other one, I needed no instruction. It is very easy to use, and durable. Very good power for a smallish microwave. Go for it!!


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Sharp R-1211 1-1/2-Cubic-Foot 1100-Watt Over-the-Counter Microwave, White

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Sharp microwave oven R-1211 white sensor otc turntable auto touch, 8 instant action keys, reheat & cook center, plus 11 power levels.
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Technical Details

- 1100-watt over-the-counter microwave with 11 power levels; 8 instant action keys
- Touch-key control panel; 1-1/2-cubic-foot capacity; 14-1/8-inch turntable for even heating
- Moisture sensor; programmable for up to 4 auto cooking sequences; convenient timer
- Auto defrost; keep warm; minute plus; installation hardware and instructions included
- Measures 14-1/16 by 23-7/8 by 15-9/16 inches; 1-year limited warranty
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Customer Buzz
 "Can't Read the Digital Readout" 2010-01-16
By Steamboat (Pennsylvania)
The digital readout shorted out right after the warranty. Everything gets microwaved one minute at a time. Cannot see what time it is or know how much time is left until things are done. Sharp provided no assistance. The circuit board costs over $200 plus labor to fix. We have been "microwaving blind" ever since. Will not buy from them again.

Customer Buzz
 "From Sharp Minds come Dangerous Products!" 2009-09-23
By Michael B. Kinder
Please note this review specifically relates to the R-2110JW model. However it may influence your decision making.



The Sharp "smart Carousel" design uses rotating magnetrons below the surface of the cooking chamber instead of rotating the food on a carousel. The rotating mechanism under the cooking chamber malfunctioned. As a result arcing occurred between the parts causing a fire and smoke. The unit was turned off in time to avoid a fire spreading to the surrounding cabinets. If no one had been present in the kitchen at the time a serious fire could have occurred.



The defect was bad enough. I consider myself lucky the damage was only to the microwave. Dealing with Sharp customer service was even worse. It has taken over two months to resolve this problem. Sharp offered me a replacement but couldn't get a new unit in white. We suggested paying the difference for an upgrade. We paid the difference for the upgrade...the sharp couldn't find it in white...even though I was able to locate a unit in white in about 5 minutes online. After giving up on a replacement and requesting a refund they "generously" offered me $183 for a product I paid $262. A product that endangered my home and family and had left me without a microwave for two months.



I've enjoyed Sharp products in the past but after this incident I can not recommend doing business with them under any circumstances.



Customer Buzz
 "Decided to review while looking for a micro to replace this one!" 2009-08-23
By A. Ciraulo (MA USA)
There are not many choices for "over-the-counter" models out there, I wanted to see reviews of other models because I have to replace this Sharp model which is finicky at best! When it is working, the "Compu Cook" is so complicated I have to pull out the manual. But a more serious problem is that the microwave turns on all by itself, so we have to keep a bowl of water in it to avoid a major catastrophe, and occasionally the appliance blows a fuse, I noticed another reviewer had the same problem with the fuse as well.

Customer Buzz
 "Very Satisfied" 2009-04-11
By Sonja (Iowa)
It was hard to find an over the counter microwave-

so I am very happy that it really works well.. has

lots of bells and whistles but is still easy to run.

Arrived in 2 days in perfect condition.

Customer Buzz
 "Buyer beware!" 2009-01-02
By Tam (New York, NY United States)
We bought this product about 14 months ago and installed it in our newly renovated kitchen about 10 months ago. When the microwave works, it's a good microwave -- works well, good looking, nice automatic sensors -- however, we've had some problems with it.



The big problem for us (and this is a big problem) is that in the 10 months we've had it one of the three internal fuses shorted out on 3 different occasions. Now that it's out of it's 1-year warranty the price of fixing that fuse looks like its >$100. Also, this microwave is going to be tough to replace becasue we've built the cabinet opening custom for this microwave.



I'm also going to complain to my kitchen designer and make sure that this appliance isn't going to be recommended to his other customers. Unreliable quality makes for an expensive appliance.


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Sharp R-1214 1-1/2-Cubic-Foot 1100-Watt Over-the-Counter Microwave, Stainless

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Sharp microwave oven R-1214 stainless sensor otc turntable auto touch on door, 8 instant action keys,reheat & cook center, plus 11 power levels.
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- Unique, over-the-counter, 1100-watt microwave with Smart & Easy sensor technology
- Auto-Touch control panel; 24 automatic settings; 7-digit, 2-color lighted LCD display
- Convenient functions include Minute Plus, Keep Warm, Popcorn, and Hot Water
- 1-1/2 cubic-foot capacity; 14-1/8-inch in diameter turntable for even heating
- Measures 23-7/8 by 14-1/16 by 15-9/16 inches
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Customer Buzz
 "Can't Read the Digital Readout" 2010-01-16
By Steamboat (Pennsylvania)
The digital readout shorted out right after the warranty. Everything gets microwaved one minute at a time. Cannot see what time it is or know how much time is left until things are done. Sharp provided no assistance. The circuit board costs over $200 plus labor to fix. We have been "microwaving blind" ever since. Will not buy from them again.

Customer Buzz
 "From Sharp Minds come Dangerous Products!" 2009-09-23
By Michael B. Kinder
Please note this review specifically relates to the R-2110JW model. However it may influence your decision making.



The Sharp "smart Carousel" design uses rotating magnetrons below the surface of the cooking chamber instead of rotating the food on a carousel. The rotating mechanism under the cooking chamber malfunctioned. As a result arcing occurred between the parts causing a fire and smoke. The unit was turned off in time to avoid a fire spreading to the surrounding cabinets. If no one had been present in the kitchen at the time a serious fire could have occurred.



The defect was bad enough. I consider myself lucky the damage was only to the microwave. Dealing with Sharp customer service was even worse. It has taken over two months to resolve this problem. Sharp offered me a replacement but couldn't get a new unit in white. We suggested paying the difference for an upgrade. We paid the difference for the upgrade...the sharp couldn't find it in white...even though I was able to locate a unit in white in about 5 minutes online. After giving up on a replacement and requesting a refund they "generously" offered me $183 for a product I paid $262. A product that endangered my home and family and had left me without a microwave for two months.



I've enjoyed Sharp products in the past but after this incident I can not recommend doing business with them under any circumstances.



Customer Buzz
 "Decided to review while looking for a micro to replace this one!" 2009-08-23
By A. Ciraulo (MA USA)
There are not many choices for "over-the-counter" models out there, I wanted to see reviews of other models because I have to replace this Sharp model which is finicky at best! When it is working, the "Compu Cook" is so complicated I have to pull out the manual. But a more serious problem is that the microwave turns on all by itself, so we have to keep a bowl of water in it to avoid a major catastrophe, and occasionally the appliance blows a fuse, I noticed another reviewer had the same problem with the fuse as well.

Customer Buzz
 "Very Satisfied" 2009-04-11
By Sonja (Iowa)
It was hard to find an over the counter microwave-

so I am very happy that it really works well.. has

lots of bells and whistles but is still easy to run.

Arrived in 2 days in perfect condition.

Customer Buzz
 "Buyer beware!" 2009-01-02
By Tam (New York, NY United States)
We bought this product about 14 months ago and installed it in our newly renovated kitchen about 10 months ago. When the microwave works, it's a good microwave -- works well, good looking, nice automatic sensors -- however, we've had some problems with it.



The big problem for us (and this is a big problem) is that in the 10 months we've had it one of the three internal fuses shorted out on 3 different occasions. Now that it's out of it's 1-year warranty the price of fixing that fuse looks like its >$100. Also, this microwave is going to be tough to replace becasue we've built the cabinet opening custom for this microwave.



I'm also going to complain to my kitchen designer and make sure that this appliance isn't going to be recommended to his other customers. Unreliable quality makes for an expensive appliance.


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Sharp 1-Cubic-Foot 1100-Watt Microwave, White

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1.0 CUFT, White, 1100W Countertop Microwave, Auto-touch Controls, New Short Cut Options, 12-5/8" Turntable, 6 Cook Options, 6 Reheat Options, 4 Defrost Options.
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- Sharp R308NW 1.0 Cubic Foot White Microwave
- SHARP
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Customer Buzz
 "Stopped heating after 7 months" 2010-03-10
By David Brubacher (San Francisco, CA)
We bought this unit to replace a nearly identical version that had been in our home for ages and had finally died. After only 7 months of very infrequent use, the heat function stopped working on the new unit. It looks like it's working, but nothing gets hot. I guess you get what you pay for...

Customer Buzz
 "Good value, plenty of even power" 2009-12-19
By M. Stewart (Texas, USA)
This microwave is nice and compact, yet it has a roomy interior that will handle just about anything. The turntable rotates in both directions, allowing more even heating of foods. I have had excellent results in reheating leftovers.



The keypad is quick and easy enough to use for your standard time input of minutes and seconds. It is also easy to use the keypad as a count-down timer; just punch in the minutes and seconds, and "Timer". The one-minute button is just a single push; no need to hit "Start" also.



The "shortcut" features are extremely complex and end up taking more keystrokes than to just punch in the time. To use the "Popcorn" shortcut button, you have to punch that button several times, depending on the size of the bag. Some of the shortcut keys have been useful, but deciphering how many times to hit the button will require a lot of practice or keeping the manual handy. The "Power Level" button requires pushing it up to ten times to select 90%, 80%, .... levels.

Customer Buzz
 "Noisy But Nice" 2009-10-21
By C. Stuewe-Portnoff (Columbia, MO USA)
This microwave looks good and operates well, as microwave ovens go. What I wish I'd known: (1) It's noisy. Specifically, it's loud when operating and the door cannot be opened and closed quietly. (2) The keypad for setting time and power level is not intuitive or self-explanatory - requires reading the manual and memorizing sequences for different functions. (3) Food is not always evenly heated, and popcorn will burn before it stops popping, unless the power level is reduced. This model is larger than most compacts, a couple of inches too big to fit on many standard microwave carts, so it's taking up counter space - my fault, should have measured for this before ordering. All in all, it does the job.

Customer Buzz
 "Great Value - Very Powerful" 2009-08-30
By Renee Bradley
This microwave DEFROSTS PERFECTLY with no cooked edges. I've only had this unit for six days but I am thoroughly impressed. This replaced a GE that cost four times as much and quit working after only 2 1/2 years (and didn't perform nearly as well as this Sharp). At this price, even if it lasts only a couple of years, I feel it will have been money well spent.

Customer Buzz
 "Sharp Microwave" 2009-07-12
By Sweet Sue (AR)
Bought this microwave as a replacement for a Kenmore that died.

Appearance: sleek

Performance: great

Would I buy it again? Absolutely


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Sharp R-305KS 1-Cubic-Foot 1100-Watt Microwave Oven, Stainless

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Sharp R-305KS 1100 Watts Stainless Silver Microwave
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Technical Details

- 1100-watt mid-sized microwave oven with 1-cubic-foot capacity
- 12-5/8-inch-diameter turntable provides even heating; 23 automatic settings
- 4 defrost, 6 cook, and 6 reheat options; Short Cuts for melting, softening, and warming
- Minute Plus; popcorn key; auto-touch controls; 4-digit 2-color lighted display; interior light
- Measures 20-1/2 by 17 by 12-1/4 inches; 1-year limited warranty
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Customer Buzz
 "Nicely working with no complaints" 2010-02-08
By W. Annis (Alaska)
This is a great buy for its' price. What sold me on this Sharp originally was a review from another buyer. It noted that the interior cooking space is large enough for a dinner plate. This is true, and there's still a little space to spare. The cooking options are well engineered and cooking is easy. There are many quick-cooking, re-heating, thawing etc. options pre-programmed so using it is easy. I wanted something that wasn't as big as some of the standard sized ovens because of limited kitchen counter space. Judging from the dimensions in the initial ad, this oven looked like it would fit well where I wanted to put it. It's a convenient size and fits well in several places. The clock on the front is well placed and easily readable from anywhere in the room. The stainless outer framework looks nice and is easily cleaned. The door is noisier than I would have thought but this was noted in the review that I read pre-purchase. This doesn't bother me at all. The interior compartment is well lit and ventilated. I bought this oven replacing another Sharp that I'd had since about 1992 that was still working well, although causing electrical interference with audio equipment in an adjacent apartment. This machine does not. I've never had a bad experience with Sharp brand appliances and was brand specific when shopping for this replacement oven. Power output is sufficient. I haven't used this oven for cooking raw materials but its many options for doing this are documented in the instruction materials and easily understood. I think this is a great product.

Customer Buzz
 "Looks Great" 2010-01-30
By Dorothy A. Lafreniere (Oxford, ME USA)
This fit perfectly into the space I wanted. Dimensions were correct. Heats very evenly and the turntable works smoothly. Easy to clean. Happy that we purchased this for ourselves.

Customer Buzz
 "Open, Sesame!" 2010-01-30
By J. Pringle (Tucson, Arizona United States)
Alas, the door would not open for love or money. Imagine the frustration. Whether it jammed at the factory (my guess) or during shipment, it had to go back to Amazon. Still, I give the experience Three Stars. Sharp is a respected brand, it was indeed a very handsome appliance offered at a fair price, and Amazon was probably blameless.

Customer Buzz
 "Works for a while, but..." 2010-01-29
By Solanales (Saint Paul, Minnesota United States)
We purchased this little Sharp microwave a couple of years ago. It worked fine up until the last six months or so. The touchpad buttons have been going dead, one by one. We are left with the "minute plus" button and a few remaining number buttons to do most of our cooking at the moment.

Customer Buzz
 "Caveat Emptor" 2010-01-26
By renaissance man (IL USA)
While I can't vouch for the microwave breaking down as other 1-star reviews report, I can confidently say this is perhaps the worst purchase I've ever made. Originally attracted to the Sharp R-305KS for it's "Best Reviewed" mid-sized microwave oven from a popular and objective online review service (no, not CR), I sadly ignored the growing number of 1-star ratings and bit the bullet.



What's the most important "feature" of a microwave oven? Well, now I know that it's "heating evenness," something I've always taken for granted with microwaves until owning the Sharp R-305KS. Nearly every time this microwave is used to reheat leftovers, my wife or I (or both) are faced with returning to the microwave to re-reheat our meal because of cold spots in the food. This was never a concern with our old 1000-watt microwave.



I could mention other cons (buttons wearing, popcorn setting burns popcorn, hard to keep clean), but not heating food evenly is enough to justify the 1-star rating. Perhaps I got a lemon? Maybe, but at this point 25% of reviewers have given it one star. Not good.


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1100-watt mid-sized microwave oven with 1-cubic-foot capacity
12-5/8-inch-diameter turntable provides even heating; 23 automatic settings
4 defrost, 6 cook, and 6 reheat options; Short Cuts for melting, softening, and warming
Minute Plus; popcorn key; auto-touch controls; 4-digit 2-color lighted display; interior light
Power output: 1100 watts
Inside capacity: 1 cubic foot
Auto defrost/time defrost: 4 auto defrost options
Color: Stainless
Manufacturer: Sharp
Programmed settings: 23
Add 30 seconds: Minute Plus
Temperature range: No
Turntable: Yes
Turntable diameter: 12-5/8 inches
Convection settings: No
Broil capability: No
One-touch cooking categories: Yes; 6 cook options
Keep warm/simmer: Yes
Popcorn key: Yes
Defrost: Yes
Height: 12-1/4 inches
Length: 20-1/2 inches
Depth: 17 inches
1100-watt mid-sized microwave oven with 1-cubic-foot capacity
12-5/8-inch-diameter turntable provides even heating; 23 automatic settings
4 defrost, 6 cook, and 6 reheat options; Short Cuts for melting, softening, and warming
Minute Plus; popcorn key; auto-touch controls; 4-digit 2-color lighted display; interior light
Power output: 1100 watts
Inside capacity: 1 cubic foot
Auto defrost/time defrost: 4 auto defrost options
Color: Stainless
Manufacturer: Sharp
Programmed settings: 23
Add 30 seconds: Minute Plus
Temperature range: No
Turntable: Yes
Turntable diameter: 12-5/8 inches
Convection settings: No
Broil capability: No
One-touch cooking categories: Yes; 6 cook options
Keep warm/simmer: Yes
Popcorn key: Yes
Defrost: Yes
Height: 12-1/4 inches
Length: 20-1/2 inches
Depth: 1
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- 1100-watt mid-sized microwave oven with 1-cubic-foot capacity
- 12-5/8-inch-diameter turntable provides even heating; 23 automatic settings
- 4 defrost, 6 cook, and 6 reheat options; Short Cuts for melting, softening, and warming
- Minute Plus; popcorn key; auto-touch controls; 4-digit lighted display; interior light
- Measures 20-1/2 by 17-3/8 by 12-1/4 inches; 1-year limited warranty
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Customer Buzz
 "Power Level can't be entered directly" 2009-12-20
By The Finance Buff (USA)
If you use microwave oven to defrost and you'd like to enter the time and power level directly, good luck. On my old oven, I go Time -> 2:00 -> Power -> 3 -> Start. On this oven, the power level can't be entered directly. You have to press the Power Level 7 or 8 times to get it down to 30%. Terrible usability.

Customer Buzz
 "Sticker" 2009-07-02
By Wowly (CA)
Be aware the door is plastic and they place a sticker on it that cannot be removed without damaging the plastic. I sure wish I had just returned to Target.

Customer Buzz
 "Panasonic or Sharp? The Light Made the Difference" 2008-06-19
By RainyDay (San Diego, CA)
I've had this microwave for three weeks and am very pleased. I previously owned a Panasonic which performed well but died after 3 years.



I decided on the Sharp based on very good reviews but most of all because of the utility light that turns on when the door is opened and during cooking. The Panasonic was only lighted during cooking; I found it inconvenient to check food "in the dark" when I opened the door.



The door does have a loud, distinct "clunk" upon closing. I find it noticeable but not disturbing.



The Sharp has the utility light, cooks well, has good defrost features, and a very fast (one touch) minute button for cooking. I'm glad I chose the Sharp over the Panasonic.

Customer Buzz
 "Love it!!" 2007-11-03
By kksox (East Longmeadow, MA)
I had the older version of this microwave. I owned that for about 8 years and the panel with the digital buttons, numbers burned out. So I could never see what time I programmed in. The door kept getting stuck closed too. For the price and the wear, it is a great product, that is why I chose to buy another one. I have had it for 6 months or so and it is so similar to my other one, I needed no instruction. It is very easy to use, and durable. Very good power for a smallish microwave. Go for it!!

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 "Great performer, heats fast, excellent safety, but poor keypad" 2007-06-13
By Gadgester (Mother Earth)
This Sharp microwave oven, with 1 c.f. of total capacity and about 0.8 c.f. of usable capacity (according to Consumer Reports), is a great performer. It heats food quickly and for the most part evenly. The turntable turns automatically and alternates between clockwise and counterclosewise turns. There's a lightbulb inside that lights up when you open the door or when the microwave is operating. The heat output is rated at 1100W, which is usually the power assumed by most microwave heating instructions on food packages - a great convenience.



There was a story I read a few years ago that looked into microwave oven safety, and Sharp came out ahead. So I feel confidend that this microwave oven, assembled in Thailand, should also be one of the safest. Of course, you should keep at least 7 inches away from the oven when its magnetron is generating microwaves, just to be totally safe. One guy complained about the "loud" door; yes, but it's designed to be safe. I'd never trade safety for a flimsy, "easier" door.



The LCD display is always backlit (in green), which is really nice, esp. if you, like I, use the LCD as a clock and also as a timer. (Clock is am-pm-agnostic 12-hour type, while timer has a maximum countdown of 99:99.) The Minute Plus feature is extremely convenience. The keys beep when you press them, but the beep and that "cooking finished" long beep can be turned off easily. You can also invoke a "safe" mode so that the buttons don't work, kind of like a "hold" feature on audio players -- great for families with kids who like to fiddle with appliances.



My only complaint is, like all Asian electronics companies, Sharp pays little attention to the user-friendliness of the unit. The keys all look the same and are about the same size. While they are responsive, sometimes you need to hunt for the keys you want to press. The End and Start keys, in particular, should have been made to stand out. Also, unlike many other Sharp models, this one requires you to press the Power button multiple times instead of just pressing a numeric button to specify a power level. Finally, the reheat/cook button works ridiculously complicated. All these anti-user features detract a full star from an otherwise really excellent appliance.



The all-black finish looks great and the oven fits well under most kitchen cabinets. I do recommend this oven despite the ergonomic issues mentioned above. For me, Sharp microwave ovens' reliability reputation, safety record and Minute Plus convenience are reason enough to recommend them highly.


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