Panasonic NN-S262SF Over-the-Range Microwave, Stainless Steel

by Panasonic

Product Features

• 1.9-cubic-foot, 1200-watt, stainless steel microwave for over the range
• Inverter technology for true multi-level power, plus defrost
• One-touch sensor cooking and reheat with 18 categories
• Powerful and quiet exhaust fan; easy-to-clean structure
• Measures 29-7/8 by 16-7/16 by 15 inches

Product Details

Product Manual [1.92mb PDF]

• Item Weight: 54 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 62.8 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B00007BGSI
• Item model number: NN-S262SF
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #819,020 in Appliances (See Top 100 in Appliances)

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Roomy and versatile, this 1200-watt over-the-range microwave from Panasonic makes smart use of space and microwave technology. Its stand-out feature is the Inverter cooking system, an engineering break-through that delivers 10 truly distinct power levels. While many microwaves adjust power level by firing full force for a fraction of cooking time, then letting food idle while the clock winds down, Panasonic's Inverter models actually scale down power output for the full duration of cooking time. Food is cooked more evenly throughout, with better preservation of flavor and texture and minimal cold or hot spots. This model also includes Inverter Turbo defrost for quicker, more consistent results. In addition, the oven features Genius sensor cooking and reheating. This system automatically adjusts power levels and cooking times for up to 18 categories of foods, eliminating guesswork. Other must-have controls include keep-warm, popcorn, and quick-minute buttons. You can also choose to delay cooking start-time and customize settings. Measuring 1.9 cubic feet and handsomely finished in stainless steel, the oven comes with a powerful and quiet fan, removable grease filter and air vent, see-through window, 12-inch turntable, optional light, and multi-language control screen. The cavity is spacious and designed for easy cleaning with no uneven edges. Panasonic includes a one-year warranty. --Emily Bedard

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Value, May 8, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Panasonic NN-S262SF Over-the-Range Microwave, Stainless Steel (Kitchen)

I decided to replace my counter top microwave to save space. After extensive research, I came across this item. When I purchased it, the price was significantly lower that the "low end" over-the-range microwaves I had seen. It includes many features not available on other comparably priced models. It arrived promptly. The electricians had it installed in about 30 minutes. They merely removed the vent hood and installed this microwave. After programming the great features, it works great!! I am very well pleased. My only complaint is that when it's operating the noise is a little louder that my smaller counter top model. I love shopping with Amazon.com.

5 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Poor quality and service, December 24, 2005

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Todd H (Scarsdale, NY USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Panasonic NN-S262SF Over-the-Range Microwave, Stainless Steel (Kitchen)

My Panasonic over-the-range microwave only lasted 1.5 years before it died on me. Panasonic wanted me to uninstall it, bring it to them and pay too much to have it repaired. It wasn't nearly as good as my GE over-the-range microwave which lasted more than 10 years!

22 of 44 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars It doesn't work!, November 17, 2003

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"twoneatboys" (mercer island, wa United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Panasonic NN-S262SF Over-the-Range Microwave, Stainless Steel (Kitchen)

Well, this is the first and last major appliance I'll be buying from Amazon.com. This product requires a dedicated electrical circuit. We spent nearly $600 to have an electrician install a dedicated circuit, since we did not currently have an over the counter microwave. That involved two days off from work, not including the time for the electrician to come out and estimate the project. Then we paid $100 for installation.

$700 later, we finally try to actually cook something in the microwave, and it does not work at all! It is "on" for 3 seconds, then shuts off. No matter how we try to program it: Quick Minute, low power, high power, defrost, etc., it always shuts off.

Panasonic also has no "in home repair." Now a Service company has to come in, remove the microwave, then take it back to the shop and order parts from Panasonic.

Considering I ordered this product in Mid-September, who would have expected it would have arrived in early November, and now probably won't be returned in working condition until December.

The Service company said, "That's the problem with buying online..if something's wrong, you can't just take it back to the store and get a new one, you have to go through the hassle of having uninstalled, waiting for parts to be ordered, then reinstalled." Well, this is the ONE AND ONLY TIME I will be going through this hassle.