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With 1500-watt "double" grills that emit heat over and under food, this 900-watt convection microwave oven provides both browning and crisping capabilities. Eleven power levels offer added control, with temperature settings that include 100, 150, and 275 to 450 degrees F in 25-degree increments. With auto-touch convenience, choose from seven automatic settings, such as AutoGrill, AutoRoast, AutoDefrost, and Reheat. The unit's stainless-steel 0.9-cubic-foot capacity can accommodate a variety of snack and meal items, while its 12-3/4-inch-diameter carousel turntable helps ensure even heating. Other highlights include a two-line 12-digit interactive display with easy programming steps, cooking hints, and special options; an interior light, and an easy-to-clean design. Measuring approximately 19-3/4 by 20-1/2 by 12-1/8 inches, the convection microwave oven makes a useful addition to any busy kitchen.
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Sharp convection microwave, R820JS silver family size convection microwave, bakes, grills, roasts, 11 power levels, stainless interior, turntable. Enhanced browning and crisping are possible in a convection microwave oven. That’s because only the Grill 2 Convection has "double" grills that emit radiant heat both over and under food.
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275 of 277 people found the following review helpful
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I acquired this microwave when I was moving to a flat with limited kitchen space, and my primary reason for the choice was that the Sharp model was multi-functional. Since I've begun using it, I happily have ceased to sing a requiem for the toaster oven, separate grill, and other items I was 'consolidating' in this purchase.
I have used the Sharp microwave for grilling and roasting, as well as normal microwave functions, and the results are better than I could have expected. Grilled and roasted foods are extremely tender and juicy - at least of the quality one could expect from a conventional oven. I have had similar success with cooking vegetables.
Reheating muffins and breads has amazing results - they seem fresh baked and, unlike breads normally heated in a microwave, do not harden in a minute. I have used the convection feature for preparing breads, and had especially stunning results with preparing a frozen chicken pie. I suppose the surrounding air from the convection oven was the reason, but it seemed like a fresh-baked meat pie.
There are a few drawbacks, which would not compromise my five star rating because of the great versatility and high quality of the unit overall. The 'auto' roast, defrost, and grill features are very convenient, as is the prompting (telling one when to turn over the meat, for example), but they are very limited in the weight restrictions. For example, if one is defrosting ground meat, it has to be a certain weight - significantly more than that of a single hamburger. Though grills and roasts would mostly fit in to the specifications, this is a drawback for defrosting, where one must estimate times and key them in manually.
Another difficulty I have experienced, when grilling on the rack, is that drippings which fall either on to the carousel tray or a pan placed under the meat can become badly burnt and baked on. This was slightly disappointing for my intentions of preparing gravies on the side. My single attempt to do so meant I had to soak the pan overnight and then scrape. The grilling results are wonderful, as far as the effect on the meats, but there is a great deal of smoke generated. Whenever I grill, it sets off the smoke alarm - probably best to roast, then only grill at the end.
I would advise anyone purchasing this microwave to read the manual in full. The capabilities will not be realised otherwise. I actually use the unit less for 'standard microwaving' than for its other features.
One further comment: the Sharp microwave cookbook, which is advertised in the manual for the unit, is useful but not specific to the multi-functional machine. It contains only microwave recipes - none for grilling, roasting, or convection.
Overall, and considering that it can replace several appliances, this microwave is an extraordinary value.
I have used the Sharp microwave for grilling and roasting, as well as normal microwave functions, and the results are better than I could have expected. Grilled and roasted foods are extremely tender and juicy - at least of the quality one could expect from a conventional oven. I have had similar success with cooking vegetables.
Reheating muffins and breads has amazing results - they seem fresh baked and, unlike breads normally heated in a microwave, do not harden in a minute. I have used the convection feature for preparing breads, and had especially stunning results with preparing a frozen chicken pie. I suppose the surrounding air from the convection oven was the reason, but it seemed like a fresh-baked meat pie.
There are a few drawbacks, which would not compromise my five star rating because of the great versatility and high quality of the unit overall. The 'auto' roast, defrost, and grill features are very convenient, as is the prompting (telling one when to turn over the meat, for example), but they are very limited in the weight restrictions. For example, if one is defrosting ground meat, it has to be a certain weight - significantly more than that of a single hamburger. Though grills and roasts would mostly fit in to the specifications, this is a drawback for defrosting, where one must estimate times and key them in manually.
Another difficulty I have experienced, when grilling on the rack, is that drippings which fall either on to the carousel tray or a pan placed under the meat can become badly burnt and baked on. This was slightly disappointing for my intentions of preparing gravies on the side. My single attempt to do so meant I had to soak the pan overnight and then scrape. The grilling results are wonderful, as far as the effect on the meats, but there is a great deal of smoke generated. Whenever I grill, it sets off the smoke alarm - probably best to roast, then only grill at the end.
I would advise anyone purchasing this microwave to read the manual in full. The capabilities will not be realised otherwise. I actually use the unit less for 'standard microwaving' than for its other features.
One further comment: the Sharp microwave cookbook, which is advertised in the manual for the unit, is useful but not specific to the multi-functional machine. It contains only microwave recipes - none for grilling, roasting, or convection.
Overall, and considering that it can replace several appliances, this microwave is an extraordinary value.
133 of 137 people found the following review helpful
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First let me say that I got a killer deal right here on Amazon. I paid $204 with shipping included. The unit arrived in tact although the box was a little beat up. So much so that I had to unpack it outside. Now onto the review. The unit is very heavy and well constructed. The majority of the weight comes from what appears to be a commercial grade convection motor. I lugged the unit inside and put it on a utility cart with the back facing a window. I unpacked the contents, which were securely stowed inside the unit. Contents included a porcelain coated turntable, rotary mechanism for the turntable and a circular raised rack for grilling. I plugged it in and it immediately displayed instructions on how to set the clock. That was cake so now it was time to cook something! Despite what others may say, you do have to read the manual to do just about anything (except setting the clock) because the unit uses special codes for different foods, i.e 1 for pork, 2 for chicken, 3 for humans and so on. The manual is relatively easy to follow and the unit also comes with a quick reference card so you don't have to whip out the manual everytime you want to cook something. So far, I have cooked a stuffed pork chop, cinnamon rolls, chocolate chip cookies and a 10 inch frozen pizza. All came out near perfect to perfect. I would attribute this to the quality of the convection motor. I might even go as far as comparing the quality and effectiveness of this motor to that of a Hobart. If you're looking for a high quality and extrememly versatile convection/microwave/so much more, then you can stop looking. I would have paid a lot more if I knew it was going to be this good. Bon Appetit!
79 of 79 people found the following review helpful
When my old (22 years) microwave died, I could've replaced it with another, especially since they'd gone 'way down in price/watt. But I'd used a convection oven (which went with my ex-wife), and I really wanted my own. I found the Sharp Grill-2 Convection, among others, but decided to purchase it mainly because of Sharp's overall good reputation. It offered a powerful microwave, a convection oven (cooking with super-heated air), and a grill to brown the outside of whatever I was cooking. I should've bought a lottery ticket that day! It has turned out to be the most useful, if not most often used, tool in my kitchen (and I have just about all of them!).
I wanted to write a glowing review the first week I had it, but knowning how first impressions can be misleading, I've waited until now, about a year later. The other reviews I've read here are accurate about the its uses and functions, so I won't bore you further. What I will say is that from warming a cooled cup of coffee to roasting a whole chicken to baking my famous cheescake, it's the best! Hands down, simply the best! A little pricey? Duh! Look at what you're getting: you can virtually cook ANYthing with this oven. And I have!
It looks great on my kitchen counter, it's instructions are comprehensive and easy to understand, it cleans up (from roasted chicken, for example) in about 5 minutes. It's quality, and IT WORKS! Oh, by the way, it uses a lot less energy than any conventional oven, electric or gas.
I wanted to write a glowing review the first week I had it, but knowning how first impressions can be misleading, I've waited until now, about a year later. The other reviews I've read here are accurate about the its uses and functions, so I won't bore you further. What I will say is that from warming a cooled cup of coffee to roasting a whole chicken to baking my famous cheescake, it's the best! Hands down, simply the best! A little pricey? Duh! Look at what you're getting: you can virtually cook ANYthing with this oven. And I have!
It looks great on my kitchen counter, it's instructions are comprehensive and easy to understand, it cleans up (from roasted chicken, for example) in about 5 minutes. It's quality, and IT WORKS! Oh, by the way, it uses a lot less energy than any conventional oven, electric or gas.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
no need for an oven anymore
This oven works great, you can microwave anything and reheat or cook with convection. There isnt a need for an oven if you are only one or two people. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Cheryl Dibenedetti
sharp over the range microwave
DO NOT BUY A SHARP OVER THE RANGE MICROWAVE. THEY HAVE TWO MODELS. THE LESS EXPENSIVE ONE IS MADE OF CHEAP PLASTIC THAT MELTS WITH THE HEAT FROM BELOW. Read more
Published 2 months ago by D. Paynter
still works good
it is worth the price paid for it. Nothing extra special to get a higher rating, nothing wrong to get a lower rating.
Published 3 months ago by wepampercampers
THE FOOD, THE WEIGHT, TEMP AND TIME IS PREPROGRAMMED, FIRE HAZARD
I have owned this oven for about 5 years. The genius who designed the program on this oven should work in a science lab and not be allowed in a real kitchen. Read more
Published 5 months ago by shopAholic
It does actually do most everything, but eh...not perfectly.
It's very nice to have a convection oven and toaster right in the microwave oven, but there are some caveats:
1. The microwave is wimpy. Read more
1. The microwave is wimpy. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Norm Birndorf
Great Microwave - Smarter than I am!!
I am very pleased with this microwave. The only complaint I would have is that it is smarter than I am so it is a little intimidating. However, we are starting to get along. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Z. Williams
cant really grill and microwaving at the same time very well
So based on good reviews I bought this microwave. It looks attractive in the picture but kind of cheap in real life. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Fair review
wow
dude this is just what i wanted. although i could have liked it if it was even bigger ^_^ bought this last year (dec 10) for my college dorm so that i got a microwave and more. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Brendan J. Ewing
What a bit of junk!
I have never before had a Sharp product that I was not impressed favorably with. This thing has the tinniest cheap feel. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Tom Sanders
best microwave ever!
I got this for a present 5 years ago. It's still going strong and I'm still finding out new things I can do with it. I have baked bundt cakes, pies and biscuits. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Caroline R. Herlong
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