GE JVM3162DJBB Over-the-Range Microwave 1.5 cu ft
- 1.5 cubic feet capacity
- 950 watts, listed as energy consumption
- 300 CFM two speed vent fan
- 29.87 inches wide, 15.25 deep, 16.5 high
- 56 lb unit weight
- Turntable on/off, auto and time defrost
- Painted metal exterior, black
Updated 26 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A plain over the range microwave with a two speed vent and a turntable that can be switched off for odd shaped dishes. The listing gives no power level count, program list or warranty, so it is a basic reheating unit on paper.
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ASIN: B00DYEBM2OModel: JVM3162DJBBCategory: Over-the-Range Microwave Ovens
Overview
A two speed vent fan is the working part that separates this from a countertop microwave: it mounts above the cooktop and pulls cooking air up through its base while the cavity above reheats and defrosts. The turntable can be stopped for a rectangular dish, and the cabinet is painted metal in black.
Venting is the point of buying this over a countertop model, and the two speed fan with its stated airflow covers a residential range. Auto and time defrost plus a quick add time key handle the daily jobs. The limitation is thin documentation: power levels, cooking programs and warranty are not stated.
Who it's for
Households with a range under a cabinet and no separate hood get a microwave and a vent in one unit. Cooks who rely on sensor reheat or want to compare power levels before buying will not get that from this listing.
Pros and cons
- Two speed venting over the cooktop
- Turntable can be switched off
- Auto and time defrost
- Add time shortcut key
- Power levels, programs and warranty not listed
- No sensor cooking
- Needs cabinet mounting above the range
- Listing brand shows a reseller, not GE
Performance notes
Reheating evenness comes from the turntable rotating food through the hot and cold spots of the cavity; switching it off suits a dish too wide to spin but means turning it by hand. The vent fan moves cooking air at two speeds, and its stated airflow is what decides how much steam it clears from a boiling pot. Defrost by time or auto cycle depends on entering the weight correctly.
Specifications
| Brand | postalproducts |
|---|---|
| Model | JVM3162DJBB |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 56 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 15.2 × 29.9 × 16.5 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.5 cu ft |
| Vent fan airflow | 300 CFM |
| Vent fan speeds | 2 |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Energy Consumption | 950 watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Material Type | Painted Metal |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Over-the-Range |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Turntable |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Other details | |
| Timer Function | Available |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Residential |
| Additional Features | Defrost, Turntable On/off, Add 30 Seconds |
Frequently asked questions
Will the GE JVM3162DJBB fit my cabinet opening above the range?
The listed width is 29.87 inches, depth 15.25 and height 16.5. The listing gives no mounting clearance above the cooktop, so measure the gap between the cabinet bottom and the range before ordering.
Is the GE JVM3162DJBB made by GE or by postalproducts?
The manufacturer field says GE and the model is JVM3162DJBB; postalproducts is the brand name entered by the seller on this listing.
Can I turn the turntable off on the GE JVM3162DJBB?
Yes, the description lists turntable on/off, so a dish that cannot rotate can be heated with the turntable stopped.