Microwaves Comparison
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GE PSA1201RSS | Whirlpool WMH31017AS |
General Features
Microwave ovens are divided intro several types, depending on the mounting method. If you select the right type of appliance, it will provide you with convenient operation and reliable performance for a long period of time.
GE PSA1201RSS and Whirlpool WMH31017AS with 1.7 cu. ft. capacity are reasonably called family-size models. This type of appliances is the most highly-demanded in the market and it can efficiently and quickly cook or defrost different dishes. Family-size microwaves series (the capacity varies from 1.4 – 1.7 cu. ft.) will definitely suit families of 3 or 4.
Dimensions
Width of a microwave is one of the main criteria during the selection, especially if you are going to build the unit into the cabinetry or if you have certain space limits. According to this parameter the models are divided into compact (12.75 – 23.95 inches), standard (24 – 29.95 inches) and large (30 – 53.9 inches).
Standard microwaves, like GE PSA1201RSS and Whirlpool WMH31017AS with 29.94 inches in width will definitely answer the requirements of traditional families of 3 or 4. This type of appliances is efficient, functional and capacious. It will provide you with additional cooking opportunities and besides will save your time considerably.
General Features
Convection feature in GE PSA1201RSS will provide you with more cooking opportunities and benefits, in comparison with its traditional counterparts. Convection microwaves combine two cooking technologies in one single unit. Radio waves cook food from the inside and fan circulates heated air from the convectional heating element in the cavity, ensuring even cooking from the outside and crispy browned flavor. These appliances are ideal for baking cakes/bread, roasting and browning meat and poultry.
Control
PSA1201RSS and WMH31017AS are equipped with displays that make cooking more convenient and clear. Time of the day, cooking time and selected programs are shown on the screen, so you get full control over the process.
Whirlpool WMH31017AS comes with child lockout system that is very convenient and useful for families with kids. It allows you to disable the control pad and so prevent accidental buttons touch.
Cooking
PSA1201RSS includes One-Touch Cooking feature that will definitely save your time and energy. Microwave adjusts the necessary time and power level for a particular dish in one click, ensuring excellent results each time.
GE PSA1201RSS comes with Sensor Cooking feature that will provide you with absolutely new style of cooking. Inbuilt sensors monitor the moisture level of food and switch the microwave off, when it is ready. So you will avoid over- or under-cooked dishes. Besides you save your time and energy, and you don`t need to watch the process as before.
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General Features | ||
Type
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Over-the-Range | Over-the-Range |
Capacity (cu. ft.)
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1.7 | 1.7 |
Color
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Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
Convection
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Interior Color
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Series
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Usage
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Personal | Personal |
Size
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Family-size | Family-size |
Built-In
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Control | ||
Control Type
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Sensor Touch | Sensor Touch |
Display
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Power Levels
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10 | 10 |
Child Lockout
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Display Color
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Display On/Off
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Timer On/Off
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Reminder
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Delay Start
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Completion Beeper
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Turntable On/Off
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Number Of Speeds
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2 | 2 |
Demo Mode
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Keep Warm (0)
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Help Options
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Cooking Technology | ||
Grill
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Inverter
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Cooking | ||
One-Touch Cooking
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Sensor Cook
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Auto Defrost
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Clock
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Timer
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Defrost (Weight/Time)
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Warm Hold
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Auto Reheat
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Add 30 Sec
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Popcorn
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Pizza
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Baked Potato
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Vegetable
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Beverage
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Soften / Melt
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Energy | ||
Power Consumption Max (Watt)
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1800 | |
Power Requirements (V/Hz)
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110-120/60 | 110-120/60 |
Wattage (Watts)
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925 | 1000 |
Amperage
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15 | 15 |
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Turntable
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Included Accessories
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JX81D (Optional) | |
Filter
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Fan Speed (CFM)
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300 | 220 |
Light
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Night Light
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Venting Type
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External Rear Vent. External Top Vent. Recirculating | Convertible |
Door opening
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Handle | |
Cavity material
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Stainless Steel | |
Cookbook
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Optional Built-In Trim Kit
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Optional Hanging Kit
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ADA Compliant
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Dimensions | ||
Height (inch)
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16.44 | 17.25 |
Width (inch)
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29.94 | 29.94 |
Depth (inch)
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15.38 | 16.13 |
Turntable Diameter (inch)
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13.63 | 12 |
Weight (lbs)
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86 | |
Interior Height
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9.4 | |
Interior Width
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21.56 | |
Interior Depth
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14.25 | |
Shipping Weight (lbs)
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94 | 64 |
Warranty | ||
Warranty Terms - Labor
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1 Year | |
Warranty Terms - Parts
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1 Year | |
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UPC
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84691210894 | 883049254371 |
Base_Model
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PSA1201R | WMH31017A |