Hamilton Beach HB-P100N30AL-S3 information from Consumer Reports

Hamilton Beach HB-P100N30AL-S3

Approximate retail price:

$70

Summary: This 1.1 cubic-foot 1000-watt midsized countertop Hamilton Beach microwave has auto-defrost, and touchpad controls.

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Type: Midsized countertop microwaves

About - Hamilton Beach HB-P100N30AL-S3
The Hamilton Beach HB-P100N30AL-S3 is part of the microwave oven test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, countertop microwave oven models like the HB-P100N30AL-S3 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Heating evenness: This reflects how evenly a model reheated a dish of cold mashed potatoes. Defrosting evenness: This is based on how well the automatic-defrost program defrosted one pound of frozen ground chuck. Speed of heating: This score is based on the temperature rise of water heated in the microwave.

About - Hamilton Beach HB-P100N30AL-S3

The Hamilton Beach HB-P100N30AL-S3 is part of the microwave oven test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, countertop microwave oven models like the HB-P100N30AL-S3 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Heating evenness:: This reflects how evenly a model reheated a dish of cold mashed potatoes.
Defrosting evenness:: This is based on how well the automatic-defrost program defrosted one pound of frozen ground chuck.
Speed of heating:: This score is based on the temperature rise of water heated in the microwave.

Features & Specs - Hamilton Beach HB-P100N30AL-S3
Claimed capacity (cu. ft.) Capacity as listed on the product or packaging. Claimed capacity (cu. ft.)	1.1
Watts This is the manufacturer's figure of the microwave power output. In general, the more watts an oven offers, the greater its cooking power-and the faster your food will be cooked. That said, differences in claimed wattage of 100 watts or less are unlikely to result in significant differences in performance. Watts	1000
Convection mode A few microwaves include a convection oven feature, which has a heating element and a fan that distributes heat. In convection mode, you can set the oven temperature as you would in a traditional oven to bake or roast items. Convection mode	No
Sensor Controls the cooking and reheating time automatically. It shuts off an oven when it determines (usually by sensing steam) that food is hot enough. Sensor	No
Detailed prompts Display offers instructions to guide you through the cooking process. Detailed prompts	No
Stainless/SS-look option Stainless-steel is stylish, but it shows fingerprints. Another option: a vinyl-covered metal finish that gives you a stainless-steel look but resists smudging. Stainless/SS-look option	No
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By Dean

from WA State

1.0

Trips 20A Breaker all the time

4/20/2013

Pros

Cons

Unreliable

Best Uses

Comment:

Got this a month ago. It was tripping a 15 A breaker. The micro is the only thing on the circuit. Checked that we had 12ga wire on that circuit, and changed the breaker to a brand new 20A. It still trips the breaker several times a day. Will Call HB and complain.<br />Dean

How long have you owned it:

A month or less

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

By Irishcajun

from Baton Rouge LA

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Happy with product

3/11/2013

Pros

Attractive Design

Easy To Clean

Easy To Install

Heats Evenly

Powerful

Simple Controls

Simple Display

Cons

Small Capacity

Best Uses

Defrosting

Frozen Food

Leftovers

Popcorn

Comment:

I'm happy with the oven, but unhappy in trying to find a new glass plate. I broke my and cannot find a parts listing for this particular model.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

By Gravey

from Urbana, Ohio

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Do Not Buy

2/13/2013

Pros

Cons

Unreliable

Best Uses

Leftovers

Popcorn

Comment:

I have only had this unit since December and it blows a 10 amp breaker. I have 12/2 electric wire so I put a 20 amp breaker in. However the unit still blows the breaker. It has done this since it was new. I even changed the outlet but to no avail.

How long have you owned it:

Three-to-six months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

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