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GE Profile Spacemaker II 1.0 cu ft Microwave Oven (PEM31)

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★★★★☆
4.4

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★★★★☆
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Pros

  • Attractive design (165)
  • Heats evenly (135)
  • Easy to clean (134)
  • Simple display (105)
  • Quiet (98)
  • Powerful (96)
  • Stable tray (75)
  • Easy to install (42)
  • Simple controls (42)
  • Large capacity (4)
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Cons

  • Confusing display (15)
  • Noisy (5)
  • Heats unevenly (4)
  • Small capacity (4)
  • Unreliable (3)
  • Unstable tray (3)
  • Hard to clean (2)
  • Pricey (2)
  • Cannot disable beeping (1)
  • Cheap materials (1)

Best Uses

  • Leftovers (154)
  • Quick meals (108)
  • Frozen food (107)
  • Popcorn (98)
  • Snack (65)
  • Thawing (34)
  • Heating liquids (6)
  • Anything everything (1)
  • Back up oven (1)
  • Beverages (1)
 
 
 

Sensor cooking controls

Automatically adjusts time and power for delicious cooking results

Optional built-in trim kit

Achieve a custom appearance and built-in convenience with a sleek, matching trim kit

Optional hanging kit

Installs under a cabinet to free up valuable counter space

Auto & time defrost

Simply enter the weight of the food, and the oven automatically sets the optimal defrosting time and power level or set your desired time for defrosting

Turntable on/off

Ideal for even cooking results or for accommodating oversized dishes that may not be able to fully rotate

Electronic touch controls

Electronic pads on the control panel are easy to operate with just a touch

Capacity
Total Capacity:1.0 cu ft
Unit Capacity:Spacemaker II
Features
Control Type:Electronic Touch
Cooking System:Turntable
Electronic Scrolling Digital Display:Yes
Express Cook:Instant On, 1-6 minutes
Instant On Controls:Yes
Microwave Watts:800 w
Power Levels:10
Reminder (24 hr):Yes
Time Preference:Control Enhancement
Timer (On/Off):No/Yes
Turntable:Glass
Turntable On/Off:Yes
Turntable Size:11 5/16 in
Variable Scroll Speed:Subpad w/ AM/PM
Time Cook:I and II
Microwave Sensor Cooking Controls:Beverage (Instant On)
Chicken/Fish (Instant On):Yes
Popcorn (Instant On):Yes
Potatoes (Instant On):Yes
Reheat (Instant On):

Yes

Vegetables (Instant On):Yes
Microwave Oven Control Features:Child Lock
Add 30 Seconds (Instant On):Yes
Cooking Complete Reminder:Yes
Delay Start:Yes
Demo Mode:Yes
Display On/Off:Yes
Auto and Time Defrost:Yes
Clock with AM/PM Pad:Yes
Help Pad:Yes
Built In Capability:JX827DM Optional 27" Built In Kit
Power Ratings
Electrical Input - 120v Amperage:11.5
Electrical Input - 120v Watts:1300
Frequency:2450 mhz
Ad Designer:Submitted
Dimensions
Height: 11 3/16 in
Width: 23 25/32 in
Depth:12 9/32 in
Weight:29 lbs
Cavity WxHxD:16 1/2 x 7 7/16 x 11 1/4 in

One Year Parts and Labor, 5 Years Magnetron Tube



Specification Description
Model PEM31, PEM31DMBB, PEM31DMBB / PEM31DMWW / PEM31SMSS, PEM31DMCC
UPC 084691165040
Amps 15
Capacity 1 cu. ft.
Child Lock Yes
Colors Bisque
Colors Black
Colors Stainless Steel
Colors White
Cooking Watts 800
Depth 12 9/32"
Height 11 3/16"
Kitchen Timer Yes
Optional Built-In Trim Kit Yes
Optional Hanging Kit Yes
Power Levels 10
Quick Cook Yes
Sensor Cook Yes
Style Counter Top
Turntable Yes
Voltage 120 Volts
Width 23 25/32"

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GE Profile Spacemaker II 1.0 cu ft Microwave Oven (PEM31) Reviews

 
 
 

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★★★★★
5.0
A real space saver!

"We bought this model to conserve our limited counter space. We easily installed it ourselves under a cabinet with the optional installation kit. It looks nice, is easily accessible, and, so far, has met all of our microwave cooking and reheating needs. The controls and cooking options seem too many and varied for our personal preference, though we are working though the learning curve. We noticed steam/water..." Read Full Review »

Jan 03, 2008 by Val & Paul

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★★☆☆☆
2.0
Think twice

"I bought this Spacemaker II to replace the same model I have been using since 1991. I figured it was getting old, even though it still worked perfectly. The big difference between the old and new models is that they've replaced the glass plate with a turntable. They've also changed the arrangement of the keypads and increased the wattage from 650 to 800 and the interior from .8 cu. ft. to 1. The old model was f..." Read Full Review »

Aug 21, 2008 by movie buff

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GE Profile Spacemaker II 1.0 cu ft Microwave Oven (PEM31) Review

A real space saver!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Easy To Clean
  • Heats Evenly
  • Quiet

    Cons

  • Confusing Display

    Best Uses

  • Leftovers
  • Quick Meals
  • Snacks
 

"We bought this model to conserve our limited counter space. We easily installed it ourselves under a cabinet with the optional installation kit. It looks nice, is easily accessible, and, so far, has met all of our microwave cooking and reheating needs. The controls and cooking options seem too ma …"  Read Full Review »

GE Microwave

GE Microwave
  • Picture of Product
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 3 2008
Val & Paul
Southeast Alabama
I am:
  • Casual Cook
Reviewed at:
Price: $183.00
 
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

GE Profile Spacemaker II 1.0 cu ft Microwave Oven (PEM31) Review

My first under cabinet hanging microwave

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Easy To Clean
  • Heats Evenly
  • Simple Display

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Frozen Food
  • Quick Meals
 

"I just recently renovate my small kitchen so using an under cabinets hanging will help a lot. However, I was kind of nervous with the idea but after reading many good feedbacks about this microwave I decided to purchase one.. and I love it .. it's very easy to hang with the hanging kit (also purcha …"  Read Full Review »

My GE PEM31SS

My GE PEM31SS
  • Picture of Product
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 3 2008
El Tiffo
Parsippany, NJ
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  • Gourmet Cook
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Price: $183.00
 
 

GE Profile Spacemaker II 1.0 cu ft Microwave Oven (PEM31) Review

GE Profile Microwave

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Easy To Clean
  • Easy To Install
  • Heats Evenly
  • Quiet

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • None
 

"I looked a long time to find a microwave that would fit in the space of my kitchen remodel. This one fit perfectly, it's easy to use and looks great in my new kitchen. "

My new kitchen

My new kitchen
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 6 2009
jimbeaux
Yukon, Oklahoma
I am:
  • Avid Cook
Reviewed at:
Price: $183.00
 
 

GE Profile Spacemaker II 1.0 cu ft Microwave Oven (PEM31) Review

Think twice

★★☆☆☆
2.0

    Pros

  • Attractive Design
  • Easy To Clean
  • Powerful
  • Quiet
  • Stable Tray

    Cons

  • Heats Unevenly

    Best Uses

  • Frozen Food
  • Leftovers
  • Quick Meals
  • Snacks
 

"I bought this Spacemaker II to replace the same model I have been using since 1991. I figured it was getting old, even though it still worked perfectly. The big difference between the old and new models is that they've replaced the glass plate with a turntable. They've also changed the arrangement o …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Aug 21 2008
movie buff
Peoria, IL
I am:
  • Casual Cook
Reviewed at:
Price: $183.00
 
 

[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

GE Profile Spacemaker II 1.0 cu ft Microwave Oven (PEM31) Review

great product and service

★★★★★
5.0

"Just finding a shelf sized microwave (12 in deep) was a major problem that was solved on your website. [...]The microwave was exactly what I wanted and it works beautifully and looks good with my other stainless appliances. Even though it is only 12 in deep I've had no problems in microing things o …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 9 2008
Dr. John
Dallas, PA
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  • Casual Cook
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Price: $179.00
 
 
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