Samsung SMH9187[B] information from Consumer Reports

Samsung SMH9187[B]

Approximate retail price:

$270

Summary: This 1.8 cubic foot 1100-watts Over-the-range Samsung 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 - Samsung SMH9187[B]
The Samsung SMH9187[B] is part of the microwave oven test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, over-the-range microwave oven models like the SMH9187[B] 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 - Samsung SMH9187[B]

The Samsung SMH9187[B] is part of the microwave oven test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, over-the-range microwave oven models like the SMH9187[B] 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.

Features & Specs - Samsung SMH9187[B]
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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Anonymous

from

Fort Laud. Florida

1.0

Its good while it works

2/7/2012

Pros

Attractive Design

Easy To Clean

Powerful

Cons

Noisy

Unreliable

Vent too loud

Best Uses

Baking potato

Leftovers

Comment:

I had this microwave, after 2 months it just quit working on the worst possible day (christmas day). thermostat problem. It took 2 months to get it fix. Will see how long will it last.

Anonymous

from

Wellesley, Massachusetts

1.0

Broke after 13 months

2/7/2012

Pros

Attractive Design

Easy To Clean

Easy To Install

Heats Evenly

Powerful

Price

Simple Controls

Simple Display

Cons

Best Uses

Comment:

I bought this microwave because Consumer Reports recommended it and the price. Possibly this problem is related to the cold. Our microwave is installed on an outside wall. Sometimes when I start the microwave the fan and the light do not go on and it makes a weird noise. This happens on particularly cold days in the winter. If I open and shut the door or hit the microwave with my palm it then operates as it should. I feel this is a defect and I should not have to pay to get this fixed.

Anonymous

from

South Carolina

2.0

Quit after 14 months

1/25/2012

Pros

Attractive Design

Easy To Install

Heats Evenly

Cons

Unreliable

Best Uses

Comment:

Fairly easy to install with one person. Worked fine for 14 months with no issues accept a vibration that made noise. Fan very loud on high but we didn't use it much. Went to heat something yesterday and it just quit. No power, no nothing. Outlet works but microwave is history. Expensive for <14 months of use.

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