It is pretty sad that the life span of the Sharp product line has so eroded. I bought a Sharp R-820BW in August/2008. After only 18 months the microwave has stopped working. The Sharp R-820BW was purchased to replace a Sharp Carousel bought in 1983 which lasted 25 years! Now I must decide if I want to pay over $100.00 for servicing or buy a new unit - so much for GREEN. It seems like appliances are being built NOT to last, as if they are disposable and purposely constructed to require replacement inside of 2 years. If you don't mind replacing the R-820BW by the time you get used to using all the great features, go for it. The roasting and baking features did meet expectations. If the unit had even lasted a full 2 years I would give it 5 stars. However, considering the short life I can only rate it 3.
Still Learning
After my first experience, I am inclined to try a Sharp again.
km boise "km boise"
It is pretty sad that the life span of the Sharp product line has so eroded. I bought a Sharp R-820BW in August/2008. After only 18 months the microwave has stopped working. The Sharp R-820BW was purchased to replace a Sharp Carousel bought in 1983 which lasted 25 years! Now I must decide if I want to pay over $100.00 for servicing or buy a new unit - so much for GREEN. It seems like appliances are being built NOT to last, as if they are disposable and purposely constructed to require replacement inside of 2 years. If you don't mind replacing the R-820BW by the time you get used to using all the great features, go for it. The roasting and baking features did meet expectations. If the unit had even lasted a full 2 years I would give it 5 stars. However, considering the short life I can only rate it 3.
William R. Galloway "Best Advice"
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