Which microwave oven?
Thinking of fitting one in an overhead locker. Any ideas please?
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It will need plenty of ventilation, preferably lining up with the vents on the microwave. Ours was built in by the manufacturer and has several vents, however, even then there have been threads on here re overheating/tripping if used for long periods.
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How much do you really need a microwave? I suggest taking one with you to see how often you use it and how big the benefit is before integrating one into your furniture. They are bulky and heavy so the location of a fixed one may be restricted. A counter-top
arrangement may be more flexible. They may be handy but I don’t think they’re essential.0 -
No not essential but great for Christmas puds in 40 seconds, rather than an hour or more steamed.
That’s just once a year. You really need to be using it most days, for something that you couldn’t do otherwise, to make it a necessary piece of equipment.
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Suppose it depends on your view of necessary. We use it for or sorts of things, that only take a few mins instead of considerably longer. We find we have plenty of locker space anyway, so don't miss what it takes up. Having had one, l would not now want to do without it, and as we always stop on EHU sites it is always available.
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I think the ventilation point will be a problem with fitting one. The caravan manufacturers sometimes get it wrong so it will be difficult for you on your own. I would go with using it on a counter top if there is room, certainly, until yoiu see if you use
it enough to justify the work invoved in installing it.0 -
Suppose it depends on your view of necessary. We use it for or sorts of things, that only take a few mins instead of considerably longer. We find we have plenty of locker space anyway, so don't miss what it takes up. Having had one, l would not now want
to do without it, and as we always stop on EHU sites it is always available.We’ve had a microwave for many years and use it most days, because it’s convenient. I’ve decided against one in the next vehicle to save payload (over 15kg plus 25kg for the extra battery and inverter). I reckon we can live without one, but will have to
see. We make porridge and heat milk for coffee in it but only occasionally cook food (fish) because we have a conventional oven.0 -
rm, I took readymeals when away in Van, the micro was superb I had meals cooked within 7mins without any mess or clutter of pans or drips inside Van. Convenience & speed-I couldn't fault a microwave
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PS-mine was a Sanyo made for C/van type.
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They are usually just fitted into a high level cupboard without any reinforcement (no door). A lot of the weight is at the back which helps and of course it should be prevented from tipping forward. I dont think the size or power is important as long as
it fits. Caravan manufacturers don't seem to bother too much with ventilation as the front will be exposed but if you use them for more than a few minutes they are likely to trip. You will need a socket outlet nearby and take the plate out to travel.0 -
No not essential but great for Christmas puds in 40 seconds, rather than an hour or more steamed.
That’s just once a year. You really need to be using it most days, for something that you couldn’t do otherwise, to make it a necessary piece of equipment.
wouldn't be without it for my morning porridge - cooked in the bowl I eat it out of too, so saves washing up. I look on it as a time saver in meal prep. as I use a microwave steamer for evening meal vegetables too Always good when on holiday.
Mrs SteveL
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The one many of the manufacturers are fitting to there 2016 vans is this one. £56.99 from appliances direct
Daewoo KOR6L5R
Sorry my attempt at a link appears to have failed, but if you cut and paste.
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Wouldn't want to be without a microwave in a caravan, so useful. Ready meals often cooked, as require no preparation and saves on the washing up. Veg, soup, jacket potatoes, meals cooked at home heated up. In my view worth the extra weight any day. One caravan
we liked not purchased as no microwave.0 -
Total waste of space, ours has hardly been used, so we keep our bread in it
Admiral
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How much do you really need a microwave? I suggest taking one with you to see how often you use it and how big the benefit is before integrating one into your furniture. They are bulky and heavy so the location of a fixed one may be restricted. A counter-top
arrangement may be more flexible. They may be handy but I don’t think they’re essential.Write your comments here...
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I prepare meals at home rather than cook on site so a microwave is essential. Sometimes I buy pre-cooked food locally so same applies. Before you suggest outing out, that I rarely do for 2 reasons
1. Time consuming and often costly
2. I don't like cheese, garlic or anything that has been anywhere near vinegar. That rules out most menus.
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They are usually just fitted into a high level cupboard without any reinforcement (no door). A lot of the weight is at the back which helps and of course it should be prevented from tipping forward. I dont think the size or power is important as long as
it fits. Caravan manufacturers don't seem to bother too much with ventilation as the front will be exposed but if you use them for more than a few minutes they are likely to trip. You will need a socket outlet nearby and take the plate out to travel.Write your comments here...
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Take locker door off and fit extra socket - sound ideas. So many other suggestions! Thank you all. On reflection I think I ought to let an expert fit mine. At least he should know the dos and don'ts.
One more thing, I have tried the work top idea and decided I prefer to have the space.
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The one many of the manufacturers are fitting to there 2016 vans is this one. £56.99 from appliances direct
Daewoo KOR6L5R
Sorry my attempt at a link appears to have failed, but if you cut and paste.
Write your comments here...Thank you for that. Actually, we have already bought a Sharp 272 SLM which has the same specs and is approx same size. BUT, the manual says for work top ONLY. My expert will tell me wether or not it can still be fitted in an overhead
locker.0
