On Thu, 18 Dec 2008 23:34:50 -0000, "Tim Downie"
wrote:

Clearly I've lead a sheltered life. ;-) Of course we have been using the
same Toshiba microwave for over 20 years

Also a 1987 Toshiba. The turntable starts in either direction but does not
auto-reverse at any time.


Geo