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GE - 1.6 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave with Sensor Cooking and Defrost - Black Stainless Steel

Model: JES1657BMTS
SKU: 6260704
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  • Key Specs
    • Color Finish: Black stainless steel
    • Product Height: 12 7/8 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 21 3/4 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 17 3/4 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • App Compatible: false (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
    • Microwave Type: Countertop (Each microwave style has its own benefits. Built-in, over-the-range, and drawer style microwaves help save counter space. Over-the-range microwaves also provide necessary ventilation in place of a range hood. Countertop microwaves allow versatility in placement and do not require professional installation.)
    • Turntable Diameter: 13 5/8 inches
    • Control Type: Touchscreen
    • Sensor Cook: true (This feature uses sensors to detect steam and moisture levels emitted from cooking food to adjust cook time and power level accordingly.)
    • Wattage: 1150 watts (Measurement of electrical power.)
  • General
    • Brand: GE
    • Model Number: JES1657BMTS
    • Product Name: 1.6 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave with Sensor Cooking and Defrost
    • Color: Black Stainless Steel
    • Color Finish: Black stainless steel
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 12 7/8 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 21 3/4 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 17 3/4 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 39 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
    • Interior Microwave Cavity Dimensions: 16-5/8 x 10-1/4 x 16-3/4 (The measurement of the internal cavity of the microwave from top to bottom, side to side, and front to back, listed as height by width by depth.)
  • Capacity
    • Capacity: 1.6 cubic feet
    • Microwave Size: Full-size
  • Connectivity
    • App Compatible: false (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
  • Features
    • Microwave Type: Countertop (Each microwave style has its own benefits. Built-in, over-the-range, and drawer style microwaves help save counter space. Over-the-range microwaves also provide necessary ventilation in place of a range hood. Countertop microwaves allow versatility in placement and do not require professional installation.)
    • Fingerprint Resistant: false
    • Timer: true
    • Child Lock: true (Setting that allows appliance to be temporarily locked to prevent use.)
    • Turntable: true (Rotating plate within the microwave cooking cavity that helps foods cook more evenly.)
    • Removable Turntable: true
    • Turntable Diameter: 13 5/8 inches
    • Interior Light(s): false
    • Compatible Trim Kit Available: false
  • Controls
    • Control Type: Touchscreen
    • Sensor Cook: true (This feature uses sensors to detect steam and moisture levels emitted from cooking food to adjust cook time and power level accordingly.)
    • Display Type: LED
    • Number of Preset Programs: 9
    • Number of Power Levels: 10
  • Functions
    • Oven Cooking Modes: Defrost
    • Oven Preset Settings: Other
  • Electrical Specification
    • Amperage: 14.5 amperes (Strength of electrical current.)
    • Voltage: 120 volts (Amount of power needed to support an electrical current.)
    • Wattage: 1150 watts (Measurement of electrical power.)
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ADA Compliant: false (Meets standards set by the Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards for Accessible Design)
    • CEE Qualified: false (Rated by the Consortium for Energy Efficiency.)
    • Product Safety Certifications and Standard(s): UL Listed (Lists the applicable certifications and/or standards, as stated by the manufacturer, in which the product has met the requirements for the assurance of quality and safety.)
    • Chemical Disclosures: For more information about chemicals in this product, including PFAS chemicals, visit: https://www.geappliances.com/chemical-reports. Para obtener más información sobre los productos químicos de este producto, incluidos los productos químicos PFAS, visite: https://www.geappliances.com/chemical-reports.” (The disclosure of Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS) and/or other chemicals.)
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 1 Year
    • Warranty - Labor: 1 Year
  • Other
    • UPC: 084691831525

Heat leftovers and speed up cooking in your kitchen with this GE countertop microwave. Instant-on settings let you cook popcorn, vegetables and other foods with the touch of a single button, while weight and time defrost options make it easy to prepare meats for cooking. Featuring a large turntable, this GE countertop microwave delivers even, reliable heating for your dining and snacking needs.

  • 1.6 cu. ft. capacity: 1150 Watts (IEC-705 test procedure).
  • Sensor cooking controls: Automatically adjusts time and power for delicious cooking results.
  • Weight and time defrost: Simply enter the weight of the food, and the oven automatically sets the optimal defrosting time and power level or set your desired time for defrosting.
  • Turntable: Rotates food throughout the cycle.
  • Instant on controls: One-touch instant operation.
  • Control lockout: Helps prevent accidental activation.
  • Add 30 seconds: Increases cooking times with one touch.
  • Timer on/off: Minute timer helps keep you on track.
Whats Included
  • GE 1.6 Cu. Ft. Microwave

Q: Can the unit be in an enclosed space or does it need to be on an open countertop with all sides exposed?

A: Short answer is yes. We have this installed in this way -- see attached picture. Make sure that the width of the cavity is no less than 22.5 inches (ours is 22.5 inches). When you open the door, it needs clearance to the left of the microwave. I was initially concerned about heat buildup to the point where I installed a little exhaust fan at the back of the cavity (exhausts out the side of the cabinet). The fan turns on when the temperature at the back is >100 F. It's never turned on, so in hindsight I wouldn't have done this as it it is not necessary.

Q: Does this microwave beep only when food is done or does it continually remind you with beeping until you open the door? If continually, can you change the setting to beep only once when food is done?

A: Hi Tess- The microwave features Cooking Complete Reminder. The Cooking Complete Reminder is a beep that occurs once every minute after the normal cooking cycle has ended. It is designed to remind you when the cooking time has completed. Begins 1 minute after the 'Cooking Complete Signal' This is different from the 'Cooking Complete Signal' which is 4 beeps heard only once and directly at the end of the cooking cycle. To terminate 'cooking complete reminder', touch Clear/Off or open the door. This cannot be modified. Keep in touch! SUE@GEA

Q: Does the magnetron have a longer warranty than just one year. I see the LG has a 10 year warranty on the magnetron.

A: Don't buy an LG for that pseudo 10-year warranty. It's purely a marketing gimmick. Our supposed 10-year magnetron went out at 6.5 months, while the full warranty was still in effect. We've been without our microwave for weeks. They drag their feet, promise and then fail to contact you, etc. until most people give up. And if you persist in the protracted process, in the end you must go out and buy another microwave yourself, and hope they reimburse you. Oh, and good luck trying to understand the people on the other end of the phone. As for the 10-year joke, there are all kinds of charges built in to that "warranty" to make it as expensive to repair as it is to buy a new microwave. LG customer service, despite all of their attentive and sympathetic-looking comments on negative reviews, STINKS.

Q: Hi can you tell me if this turn table rotates constantly or rotates slowly/ stopping in between?

A: The turntable on this model rotates slowly and constantly while heating/cooking.

Q: Does the light go on when opening the door and when food is cooking?

A: Yes, the light goes on when opening the door and when food is cooking. (It's not a super bright light, but it's definitely there!)

Q: Does the keypad light up?

A: The control panel is NOT adequately back-lit. I pointed this out in my review. Although the unit works as expected, I don't recommend it due to the back-light problem. I have to turn up the kitchen lights to see the labeling on buttons that i don't regularly use.

Q: Is the cord plug a flat style or does it protrude from the outlet more like a normal plug? We've only got 18 inches of depth to work with. I'm afraid when we add the cord plug to the 17 3/4 inch depth of the microwave, it will be a bit too deep.

A: Hi Lucy- This unit has a straight plug that will protrude from the outlet. Also, microwaves need adequate air clearance on each side, the rear and the top to function properly. This allows good circulation for the intake and discharge air vents. We recommend 3" of clearance on both sides and the top and 1" clearance in the rear. Also, the front edge of the microwave (measured at door) should sit at least 3" or more back on the counter or shelf to avoid accidental tipping. See MICROWAVE AIR CLEARANCE - COUNTERTOP ONLY MODELS: https://products.geappliances.com/appliance/gea-support-search-content?contentId=21668 - Keep in touch! SUE@GEA

Q: Does this have an interior light? Is it on while cooking and when the door is open?

A: Yes, the light is on while cooking and while the door is open.