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1200-Watt Countertop Microwave Oven
MSRP: $569.00
Model: KCMS1655BSS
Product Overview
1200-Watt Countertop Microwave Oven
This 1.6 cubic foot microwave oven has a large capacity and 1200 watts of cooking power to complement your wall oven or range. Nine quick-touch cooking cycles include three sensor cycles that simplify operation. Plus, optional trim kits allow for built-in installation.
Features
Timed Defrost
Allows intuitive operation by automatically setting the microwave oven's power level at 30% for the amount of time you select.
Electronic Controls with LED Display
Make the microwave easy to use and provide a display that shows the functions that are being programmed.
Additional Features
9 Quick-Touch Cycles Including Three Sensor Cycles
Takes the guesswork out of getting exceptional cooking from your microwave. The microwave will automatically adjust cooking time based on a menu of preprogrammed, menu-driven cycles.
13 1/2" Recessed Turntable
Helps evenly cook food by continually rotating throughout the cooking cycle. The turntable is sunken into the bottom of the microwave to maximize the capacity.
Customer Reviews
Rated 1 out of
5
by
jajst35 from
Boat anchor
KitchenAid (& thus, Whirlpool) has made piece of junk. Don't waste your money. Amazon reviews are far more accurate than this company website. We first had the fan break, just after owning for 13 months. We paid for the replacement. You would think a 500$ microwave would not break down so soon. We were committed to this piece of junk b/c it was 'built-in' with the trip kit. So, we paid for the repair, 250$ later. Now after 3 years, it doesn't heat food, thus the magnetron broke. Kicking it to the curb & will never buy another KitchenAid or Whirlpool appliance again. There are far better products out there that will last much longer than this 500 dollar lawn art.
Date published: 2018-01-06
Rated 1 out of
5
by
Disappointed customer from
Disappointed
Had it for about 2-1/2 years. One day, heard a loud spark and it stopped working. Called repair guys and paid for the visit. They said that the magnetron is not working. They were going to replace it. However, for this particular model, that part is not available. So, the only option is for us to buy a new one. This is the second KitchenAid product that gave us trouble. We had to replace a part of the dishwasher as well earlier. At least we were able to get the part for it. Our builder chose this brand. Since every other appliance in the kitchen is of the same brand, we cannot just buy a better microwave from a company that we prefer.
Date published: 2016-01-28
Rated 1 out of
5
by
JH from
Would not recommend
We purchased all Kitchen Aid Appliances when we built our home. We have only had them 3 years. This microwave has now stopped heating and must be replaced with a new one. When you pay this price for an appliance you expect them to last for more than 3 years. Mine was installed with a trim kit into my cabinets so now I am forced to replace basically with the same unit. I do not want to purchase another kitchen aid however. We have also had to have 3 service calls on refrigerator as well. I called into customer service but was told the microwave only has 1 year warranty and they are non serviceable. So even if I wanted to get it fixed I can not.
Date published: 2016-04-29
Rated 1 out of
5
by
JA from
Second Microwave - Same Issues
We upgraded to this model when we built our house in 2013. About a year later, the microwave began to shut off by itself during operation. In addition, it would not begin cooking at times, unless we slammed the door closed, or banged on the door. KitchenAid replaced the Microwave and all was good until about a year later when the same set of issues arose. We are in the process of replacing the microwave now. We were very disappointed, especially since the same issues arose with two different ovens. Our assumption is it is a flaw in the design of the door resulting in the oven not realizing that the door is closed, or worse, the door isn't securely closed.
Date published: 2017-03-16
Rated 4 out of
5
by
pinehurstuser17 from
Attractive, easy to use
We don't try to do tricky things with a microwave. Boil water for tea and reheat left-overs are about the primary uses. These are easily accomplished. Our old microwave (GE Profile about 8 years old) had a one button (one to three minute) heat capability. This one takes at least 3 keystrokes for the same outcome. One of the presets (like "reheat pizza") may do the trick but I haven't experimented with them.
Looking through the door from the inside out, there appears to be spots on the glass but they are on the inside. Don't know if this is expected or a default. Generally, the way we use the appliance, it isn't a great advance over our older one but it is prettier.
Date published: 2014-01-11
Rated 4 out of
5
by
NoDak Girl from
Easy to use
We bought this microwave about a month ago when we updated our appliances in our kitchen. And replaces a similar KitchenAid microwave. I like the large glass viewing area and the ease-of-use. I am disappointed that it doesn't have more sensor cooking. This sensor cookimg for reheating a dinner plate and cooking fresh and frozen vegetables. My old microwave also did sensor cooking of popcorn and potatoes and reheating of casseroles, and soups. I have also had moisture build up between the glass and the door with this microwave which I have never had with any other microwave. It is happened twice in less than a month.
Date published: 2016-11-25
Rated 5 out of
5
by
SusanLC from
Good Microwave
I purchased this Microwave to replace my 17 year old GE microwave that had some cosmetic/wear problems. The new KitchenAid microwave works just great, although I am not a sophisticated microwave oven user. The size is good, and aesthetically it blends beautifully with my KitchenAid oven, fridge, dishwasher and countertop appliances. The only problem I noticed was that the door did not line up perfectly with the adjacent front body/case of the microwave (where the controls are). This problem was very tiny, and probably I am the only one that noticed. However, if KitchenAid is looking for a way to improve, fit of the door with the rest of the oven case would be an opportunity.
Date published: 2014-10-27
Rated 3 out of
5
by
New Homeowner from
Works well, but...
Just moved into my new home and this is the supplied microwave. It works well, but is small in the inside. My last microwave had a lot of room on the inside, also I was able to not have the turntable turn if I chose not to use it. This one doesn't have that feature. Also, when you use the timer, it only gives you the initial warning that your timer is done. If you happen to be out of earshot (and it's a soft timer alarm), you won't hear it at all. It's just a microwave, nothing fancy about it. Really pretty disappointed with it. Wish I could have sold my old house, but took my last microwave with me...
Date published: 2016-08-09
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Anonymous from
Perfect Fit!
I bought this to replace my ever faithful 13 year old KitchenAid microwave (KCMS 145JSS) that finally gave out. After years of wear, the door lever mechanism ultimately failed but the electronics were still running strong. I needed to find a replacement that would fit the existing trim kit which was precisely measured during the preparation of our custom made kitchen cabinetry. With a desire to stay with the best, I wanted another KitchenAid. While my previous microwave had been discontinued, I was able to find a suitable match among the current models and voilà... the 1200-watt Countertop Microwave Oven, Architect Series II. It has all the features we wanted and it's a perfect fit!
Date published: 2014-12-25
Rated 2 out of
5
by
disappointeduser from
inappropriate size
This mircrowave works well if that is all you buy it for. As a wall microwave is not offered this counter top model has to be user's choice. It is too small to look like anything more than a postage stamp without a 'frame' around it. It also does not have a handle so when you shut it you must put your hand on the door and it is extremely noisey when it 'slams'. The only plus to this unit is that it works...so far. I am disappointed in Kitchenaid for offering such a product for this purpose. I would not recommend this product if it is intended for a wall mount such as over an oven, which is what I did.
Date published: 2014-10-27
