Sanyo EM-S2588B 2/3-Cubic-Foot Microwave Oven, Black

Description

Compact in size but full of features, this Sanyo microwave is ideal for home, office, dorm or business. 800 Watts of power is plenty in this 3/4 Cu-Ft interior to heat and cook quickly and efficiently. The large 9 5/8-inch glass turntable holds a full size dinner plate and is easily cleaned. One touch direct access keys allow you to easily prepare your favorite dishes. Defrost by weight or time keys make it easy to do. 10 power levels allow you to adjust to your cooking needs. The digital display shows time when not using and the electronic keypad is simply designed. Multi-stage cooking, child lockout and kitchen timer features round out this impressive compact oven. Black.

Features

• 800-watt microwave oven with 2/3-cubic-foot interior and 10 power levels
• 9-5/8-inch glass turntable; electronic keypad; 8 direct-access menu keys
• Multi-stage cooking function; defrost frozen food by weight or time
• Memory key for saving favorite cooking programs; clock/timer; interior light
• Measures 12-7/8 by 17 by 10-1/8 inches; 1-year parts-and-labor warranty

Customer Reviews

1. I love it

   Date: 2010-08-29

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   This unit replaces a Samsung that I bought used in 1985--poor Mr. Microwave finally bought the farm. Possibly since I had such an elderly unit previously, my expectations might be lower than most consumers. The Sanyo is a little taller (good), and the user interface works just fine for me. I don't have to push the buttons hard to get it to work, and it doesn't move on the counter. It seems to have about the same power level as my old oven, but it's a lot quieter. It seems like a very sturdy product, and I am very happy with it.
   

2. Performs as expected

   Date: 2010-08-03

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   I've had my unit for about a week and it has performed up to my expectations. The power, 800 watts, is typical for a small oven. The controls are logical and echo those of larger units. The black exterior is appealing. The carousel works well and is constructed like a scaled-down version of larger models. Heating is as even as any microwave I've ever used. The interior is large enough to heat a frozen entree, such as Stouffer's or Lean Cuisine, but you'd be pressed to fit in anything bigger with the carousel rotating.

3. Win some. Lose some.

   Date: 2010-07-23

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   When the oven arrived, the turntable was clicking and then began jerking. It was repaired but is failing again. More recently, the plastic covering on the controls began delaminating and the magnetron turned itself on when the door was closed. All occurred in six months time. Sanyo's authorized repairman states that the parts needed for repairs are no longer available and that his emails are not answered. In my follow-up attempts to resolve the problem, I discovered that Sanyo Customer Service for microwaves can no longer be accessed by phone or online. It appears that Panasonic, which now owns Sanyo, is not honoring the warranty or offering any support.

4. Reliable

   Date: 2010-07-20

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   Have only been using the product for about a month, but we do give it a heavy use. So far, its been working well. Setting the power level is a bit klutzy and it seems the door opens harder than it needs to, but we consider both issues as just minor. This seems to be a good value.

5. Glad I bought it

   Date: 2010-06-24

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   A good functional unit. Big enough for a dinner plate but small enough that it doesn't overwhelm a small counter space. I do have 2 small issues with the unit, however:
   
   1. The opening for the handle faces left, so it's difficult to open with your right hand.
   2. The white lettering on a light blue background in the middle of the keypad is difficult to read.
   
   Overall, though, this is a better value than others in it's size/price class.