LG LMV1813[SW] information from Consumer Reports

LG LMV1813[SW]

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$240.99 - $314.10

Summary: This 1.8 cubic foot 1100-watts Over-the-range LG microwave has sensor, auto defrost, and controls are touchpad. It comes with a wire rack for bi-level cooking. offers a Stainless/SS-look option

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About - LG LMV1813[SW]
The LG LMV1813[SW] is part of the microwave oven test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, over-the-range microwave oven models like the LMV1813[SW] 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. Auto defrost: This is based on how well the automatic-defrost program defrosted one pound of frozen ground chuck. Ease of use: This includes how easy it is to set the microwave without referring to the instructions.

About - LG LMV1813[SW]

The LG LMV1813[SW] is part of the microwave oven test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, over-the-range microwave oven models like the LMV1813[SW] 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.
Auto defrost:: This is based on how well the automatic-defrost program defrosted one pound of frozen ground chuck.
Ease of use:: This includes how easy it is to set the microwave without referring to the instructions.

About This Brand
LG recently introduced a model with a door that swings upward and is introducing a model with a keep-warm feature--new to the market--and bottom controls. It was LG that introduced the glide tray, which moves from side to side instead of in a circle--good for rectangular dishes--and also hidden vents. LG also introduced the blue interior cavity in its products. The microwaves are available for $300 to $800 at Home Depot, Sears, and large regional and independent dealers.
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About This Brand

LG recently introduced a model with a door that swings upward and is introducing a model with a keep-warm feature--new to the market--and bottom controls. It was LG that introduced the glide tray, which moves from side to side instead of in a circle--good for rectangular dishes--and also hidden vents. LG also introduced the blue interior cavity in its products. The microwaves are available for $300 to $800 at Home Depot, Sears, and large regional and independent dealers.

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Features & Specs - LG LMV1813[SW]
Claimed capacity (cu. ft.) Capacity as listed on the product or packaging. Claimed capacity (cu. ft.)	1.8
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	1100
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	Yes
Detailed prompts Display offers instructions to guide you through the cooking process. Detailed prompts	Yes
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	Yes
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Hilkiah

from

San Diego, CA

(3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Piece of junk!

8/11/2011

Pros

Attractive Design

Easy To Clean

Easy To Install

Heats Evenly

Simple Controls

Simple Display

Cons

Unreliable

Best Uses

Comment:

Design flaw! There is a switch that activates with the door that continues to break. The repair guy is going to be making his third trip out to our house today to fix this thing. <br />WHAT A PIECE OF JUNK!<br />Also, I am really disappointed in CR. They really struck out on this one, as well as the washer and dryer we bought on their recommendation. The repair guy for those said he saw the CR review of those products and couldn't believe what he was reading. What's up CR?

How long have you owned it:

One-to-three months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

Harvey

from

Allentown, PA

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Nice appliance

6/26/2011

Pros

Easy To Install

Heats Evenly

One touch reheat

Powerful

Simple Controls

Cons

Best Uses

Defrosting

Frozen Food

Reheating meals

Soften butter

Comment:

easily installed, simple controls, fan is much quieter than previous (circa 1995) model, so far we like this microwave very much.

How long have you owned it:

One-to-three months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

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