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MY MICROWAVE DIED

eddyandme — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 21:35:58 GMT

All the bells and whistles work, but it no longer heats! I never realized until I couldn't heat up a cup of teat (in chock, actually tried 4x) and then in panic mode got out the laptop to check out microwaves.

How am I going to feed Eddy? How am I going to re-heat my coffee? and make tea? were the thoughts whick kept going thru my mind.............

Then a friend called me telling me of her good news. After the niceties, I let her know my microwave died!!! She then was in shock and dismay also, as how can anyone function without the beloved microwave!

And, out of necessity, I finally calmed down. I realized Eddy and I will survive, quite well, without this appliance. I got out the hotshot to make my tea. I can keep my morning coffee warm using an insulate cup (than you ITKWD!). Yesterday I made supper for me and Eddy (he gets 'people food' with his kibble); and since it was a outside working morning, heated last nite's leftovers in the toaster oven for me and Eddy. At first I was wondering how am I going to steam vegetables. Then realized I can steam them in that fifth-burner pot (thank you MCM).

I now realize I don't need a microwave - let alone go thru the time and expense of buying a new one and having it installed (over range type). Years ago when on my own, I had no microwave (they probably weren't even invented When married, still no microwave - and I cooked very well! So I decided not to replace this appliance. .I now realize there are soooo many gadgets we all have and really don't need (at least I don't). (I must confess I have one small and two large countertop models upstairs and downstairs, but I'm really gonna try to go back to the 'old days' and live without the microwave.

P.S. Do they still sell Jiffy Pop? i can't remember how to make popcorn on a stove??!!??

Re: MY MICROWAVE DIED

eddyandme — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 21:42:52 GMT

Sorry for all the typos. etc. My BissellCrosswave went, now the microwave and this laptop will most likely be the next to go. They always go in three.....

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drizzellla — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 21:48:27 GMT

Goldenlocks - I bet I am going to be in the same boat you are shortly.

My microwave is 30+ years old. It is a Tappan. I haven't seen that brand in ages.

The microwave still works like a champ. But I keep thinking one of these days, it won't. I remember my Mom replacing her microwave every 5 or so years. So I figured I would keep using mine. It did everything I wanted in a microwave.

Yes, they still sell Jiffy Pop. We bought it about a month or so ago.

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QVCkitty1 — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 21:48:47 GMT

I hear you, I really didn't know how much I used my microwave till mine died last spring. And of course it was at a time when Amazon was slower than usual. I freeze a lot, and so defrosting sauce and soups is what I use it for, and the occasional Lean Cusine, not to mention vegetables. I was so happy to finally get a new one.

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eddyandme — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 21:52:12 GMT

@drizzellla, mine was about ten years old - a refurbished LG. Guess that's pretty good for nowadays!

Good, they still sell Jiffy Pop -- I like that!

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AuntG — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 22:16:49 GMT

Agree that microwaves are not as important as they once were. I still think we need one in our kitchen, but my air fryer has replaced it for heating crispy things.

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Free2be — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 22:46:40 GMT

@eddyandme Congratulations for freedom from the microwave! I would love mine to die a natural death, it is on it's 20th year and is used for quick reheats and thawing foods for dinner. I hate that it takes so much counter space for two functions not daily used.

I had recently asked about the thawing function on the Oster double door oven but for whatever reason my question was ignored. If it thaws as well as a microwave, I'd consider a switch. At least it does more for the space it takes up.

On the other hand, here you are goldenlocks with your counterspace back. That''s a big plus!

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queendiva — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 22:51:35 GMT

I had a real scare today- thought my fridge died! Thankfully, it seems to be back down to the proper temp. When calling around to the large appliance stores I have used in the past, they said fridges are backordered until the end of the month as a result of Covid-19 production and shipping delays. I only found one smaller appliance store that was selling what was on the floor and they are getting limited stock. What comes in goes right out in short order. I just had to replace a fridge 3 summers ago in my previous house. Hoping not to spend that kind of $ again anytime soon. I have no idea how old my present unit is- it came with my house.

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itsmagic — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 23:12:11 GMT

My microwave died a couple months ago. I use it just for basics like you do - make tea, defrost, warm up meals, etc. but I knew I would miss it. So I bought a lower end GE replacement from Best Buy and had them install it. I’m back in business and happy with it.

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shaggygirl — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 23:43:17 GMT

My over the oven one died back several months ago and I also got a GE replacement from Best Buy and had them install it. Geez, the installation and the haul away cost almost as much as the microwave. When this one goes I'm going to leave it up for decoration and get a small countertop one.

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alicedee — Tue, 11 Aug 2020 23:51:52 GMT

I can't be without a microwave! Mine stopped working in the spring.,,it was pretty old, and was handed down from my sis. Got mine shipped from Kohl's. I use it several times a day...I have a bag I heat in it and use on my back each morning when I am stiff....heat up the last cup of coffee....heat soup or leftovers....sanitize the sponge...make a cup of tea.....

Mine is a countertop model.

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ECBG — Wed, 12 Aug 2020 00:37:43 GMT

@eddyandme I don't know about you but I use the microwave at least once a day. Saves time and energy.

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homedecor1 — Wed, 12 Aug 2020 01:20:15 GMT

My microwave stopped working properly about 2 years ago. We had a power surge and boom the display pad got crazy

🤷‍♀️

The clock/timer feature and certain buttons don't work...but, I am just letting it sit above the range because I want different brand appliances in SS. I know the range & dishwasher are next ...so I'm patiently waiting for them to go🤞🏻

The fridge is 3 years old crappy Samsung ice maker stopped working at 13 months and compressor sounds like it's

next...ugh...I'm making ice cubes in trays like when I was a kid🙄

I'm not fixing them or buying new until they all go! I never used microwave much except for popcorn so no biggie.

BTW, those microwave bagged vegs I do the good ole fashioned way a little boiled water, salt, drop in vegs, cover...steam.

Or I buy the really old fashioned kind in bags by PicSweet or other brand.

@eddyandme

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eddyandme — Wed, 12 Aug 2020 12:31:32 GMT

@homedecor1

You're really smart waiting fo all three to bite the dust. You'll get a much better deal, especially if they go arounde a holiday, e.g. Memorial Day sales.

I don't know about the Samsung fridges, but I can say ice makers always fail: they're really not worth the cost, but convenience is why they sell, I think. I've had two fridges with ice makers. My GE overflowed and froze up the door so I could not fully-close the freezer. I had Sears service so you know how that went. This one is a Whirlpool and the ice maker somehow misses the container and drips down within the freezer, but it still works. Anyways they can send a man to the moon, but they can't perfect an icemaker!

P.S. I think the stove-steamed veggies taste better.....

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beckyb1012 — Wed, 12 Aug 2020 13:13:38 GMT

I actually have two now for the past year. My new stove came with one above the oven and I still have my old counter top one. Until that puppy goes out I will keep both. It as been sitting there so long I just could not bring myself to move it. Came real cheap from Walmart and is lasting forever. I still use both microwaves but for different things. The old one does not heat up as quickly as the new one.

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Miss Pepsi — Wed, 12 Aug 2020 14:17:14 GMT

We have 2 micro-waves, one above the stove that I can barely reach. I am short and a couple of years ago when I broke my ankle my husband bought a counter top one, I have a large kitchen so we bought a cart. Microwave sits on the top and beneath we use it for storage. I don't use it an awful lot but they are nice to have when you want them. I use mine for popcorn, cooking frozen veggies, melting butter or just reheating stuff. We have had one since the mid 90's and not sure I would know what to do without one.

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Free2be — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 06:52:00 GMT

I was reminded today how important the microwave is for making Reuben sandwiches, a favorite. I preheat the sauerkraut and meat or beets when I'm making it vegetarian in the microwave, then I build the sandwich and the preheating helps the cheese melt easier while the sandwich grills on the stove or in the Foodi.

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gardenman — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 12:00:26 GMT

Just a quick note. When a microwave dies, it's typically a blown fuse. Replacing the fuse is something a homeowner can do if they're careful. There are roughly a gazillion websites, YouTube videos, and online instructions on how to do it.