I have a GE Spacemaker above the range microwave and it has been
simply excellent for about 15 years! However, it has died and I need a
replacement unit. It is a model JVM 250 WVC.

The issue is the dimensions - the older one fit perfectly, so I need a
new one as close as possible to the original one's dimensions. I have
been searching but having a hard time finding one. Maybe I am not
savvy enough to use the correct keywords in Google...

It was approximately 29 3/4" wide, 15 1/4" high, and 14" deep.

Does anyone know of a current microwave model (any make) that is above
the range and close to those dimensions?

Thanks for your soonest reply as I have no microwave now! Being a
single parent and with a kid, that is disasterous! lol.

TIA, BSA

It believe they are pretty much a standard size, except for the
vertical dimension, which may or may not be an issue. Trip to your
local "big box" store with a tape measure seems in order. BTW, you
might consider one with a microwave/convection oven combination. Give
you an extra oven for cooking and warming..

"BSAKing" wrote in message
...
I have a GE Spacemaker above the range microwave and it has been
simply excellent for about 15 years! However, it has died and I need a
replacement unit. It is a model JVM 250 WVC.

The issue is the dimensions - the older one fit perfectly, so I need a
new one as close as possible to the original one's dimensions. I have
been searching but having a hard time finding one. Maybe I am not
savvy enough to use the correct keywords in Google...

It was approximately 29 3/4" wide, 15 1/4" high, and 14" deep.

Does anyone know of a current microwave model (any make) that is above
the range and close to those dimensions?

Thanks for your soonest reply as I have no microwave now! Being a
single parent and with a kid, that is disasterous! lol.

TIA, BSA

You might not know, but I detest OTR microwaves because of safety reasons,
plus they inhale exhaust from the oven.

Consider moving it to a countertop or roller cart, and dimensions won't be
any problem.

Steve

Heart surgery pending?
Read up and prepare.
Learn how to care for a friend.
http://cabgbypasssurgery.com

On Jan 26, 1:38*pm, "Steve B" wrote:
"BSAKing" wrote in message

...



I have a GE Spacemaker above the range microwave and it has been
simply excellent for about 15 years! However, it has died and I need a
replacement unit. It is a model JVM 250 WVC.

The issue is the dimensions - the older one fit perfectly, so I need a
new one as close as possible to the original one's dimensions. I have
been searching but having a hard time finding one. Maybe I am not
savvy enough to use the correct keywords in Google...

It was approximately 29 3/4" wide, 15 1/4" high, and 14" deep.

Does anyone know of a current microwave model (any make) that is above
the range and close to those dimensions?

Thanks for your soonest reply as I have no microwave now! Being a
single parent and with a kid, that is disasterous! lol.

TIA, BSA

You might not know, but I detest OTR microwaves because of safety reasons,
plus they inhale exhaust from the oven.

Consider moving it to a countertop or roller cart, and dimensions won't be
any problem.

Steve

Heart surgery pending?
Read up and prepare.
Learn how to care for a friend.http://cabgbypasssurgery.com

lol. On the other hand, I love them and have had nothing but great
success with them. To each their own. And I got it for the fact that
it sucks up oven and stove moisture and odor and vents it outside.

So - if anyone does perhaps deal with micros of this style and knows
of one close to those dimensions, any input would be appreciated.

thanks, BSA

On Wed, 26 Jan 2011 11:19:08 -0800 (PST), BSAKing
wrote:

So - if anyone does perhaps deal with micros of this style and knows
of one close to those dimensions, any input would be appreciated.

Three on this page. You need to measure your space and see if one
will work..

http://www.goldstarappliances.com/mwo_all_new.html

This one has worked fine for years, used daily. YMMV

http://www.goldstarappliances.com/mv1502.html

On 1/26/2011 12:10 PM, BSAKing wrote:
I have a GE Spacemaker above the range microwave and it has been
simply excellent for about 15 years! However, it has died and I need a
replacement unit. It is a model JVM 250 WVC.

The issue is the dimensions - the older one fit perfectly, so I need a
new one as close as possible to the original one's dimensions. I have
been searching but having a hard time finding one. Maybe I am not
savvy enough to use the correct keywords in Google...

It was approximately 29 3/4" wide, 15 1/4" high, and 14" deep.

Does anyone know of a current microwave model (any make) that is above
the range and close to those dimensions?

http://www.geappliances.com/applianc...owave-oven.htm

On 1/26/2011 12:10 PM, BSAKing wrote:
I have a GE Spacemaker above the range microwave and it has been
simply excellent for about 15 years! However, it has died and I need a
replacement unit. It is a model JVM 250 WVC.

The issue is the dimensions - the older one fit perfectly, so I need a
new one as close as possible to the original one's dimensions. I have
been searching but having a hard time finding one. Maybe I am not
savvy enough to use the correct keywords in Google...

It was approximately 29 3/4" wide, 15 1/4" high, and 14" deep.

Does anyone know of a current microwave model (any make) that is above
the range and close to those dimensions?

Thanks for your soonest reply as I have no microwave now! Being a
single parent and with a kid, that is disasterous! lol.

TIA, BSA

You might check out some Whirlpool models because our Whirlpool is 29
3/4" wide (I think they all are), 15 3/4" tall (which should work for
you), and 14 3/4" deep (which should also work).

As far as location goes, I am with you. I would not consider having one
sitting on the counter taking up space. Plus, then I would have to put
up a range hood/vent anyway. So why not kill two birds with one stone
with an above the range model.

Don

"BSAKing" wrote in message
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On Jan 26, 1:38 pm, "Steve B" wrote:
"BSAKing" wrote in message

...



I have a GE Spacemaker above the range microwave and it has been
simply excellent for about 15 years! However, it has died and I need a
replacement unit. It is a model JVM 250 WVC.

The issue is the dimensions - the older one fit perfectly, so I need a
new one as close as possible to the original one's dimensions. I have
been searching but having a hard time finding one. Maybe I am not
savvy enough to use the correct keywords in Google...

It was approximately 29 3/4" wide, 15 1/4" high, and 14" deep.

Does anyone know of a current microwave model (any make) that is above
the range and close to those dimensions?

Thanks for your soonest reply as I have no microwave now! Being a
single parent and with a kid, that is disasterous! lol.

TIA, BSA

You might not know, but I detest OTR microwaves because of safety reasons,
plus they inhale exhaust from the oven.

Consider moving it to a countertop or roller cart, and dimensions won't be
any problem.

Steve

Heart surgery pending?
Read up and prepare.
Learn how to care for a friend.http://cabgbypasssurgery.com

lol. On the other hand, I love them and have had nothing but great
success with them. To each their own. And I got it for the fact that
it sucks up oven and stove moisture and odor and vents it outside.

So - if anyone does perhaps deal with micros of this style and knows
of one close to those dimensions, any input would be appreciated.

thanks, BSA

If you have one that ACTUALLY vents to the outside, you got a very good
installation. Most are not vented except right back in your face. My
safety concerns are for short people, moving hot materials above a hot oven,
and weaknesses common to aging people.


BUT, one does have to work with available space, etc.

Steve

"BSAKing" wrote in message
...
I have a GE Spacemaker above the range microwave and it has been
simply excellent for about 15 years! However, it has died and I need a
replacement unit. It is a model JVM 250 WVC.

The issue is the dimensions - the older one fit perfectly, so I need a
new one as close as possible to the original one's dimensions. I have
been searching but having a hard time finding one. Maybe I am not
savvy enough to use the correct keywords in Google...

It was approximately 29 3/4" wide, 15 1/4" high, and 14" deep.

Does anyone know of a current microwave model (any make) that is above
the range and close to those dimensions?

Thanks for your soonest reply as I have no microwave now! Being a
single parent and with a kid, that is disasterous! lol.

TIA, BSA

Got a GE Profile microwave with the convection oven. Measures 29-3/4 x
15-5/8 x 15 deep. Mixed reviews on it, but we really like ours. Look around
for the best price, got a deal @ $349. Prices are all over the place,
depending where you look. The local Lowes wanted almost $200 more than we
paid at a electronics/appliance store.

On Wed, 26 Jan 2011 12:45:38 -0800, "Steve B"
wrote:

If you have one that ACTUALLY vents to the outside, you got a very good
installation. Most are not vented except right back in your face.

I think many OTR units are set-up by default to vent outside. Without
the outside vent the installer has to change something above the unit
before install.

Mine is not vented outside. I cook outside on the smoker, grill, or
pig pit for big multi-day meals G

One is hard pressed to find an outside vented MW in my area. Builders
just don't build houses that way, at least here. Not every MW is
located on an outside wall for easy venting.

"Modern day man" wrote in message
...

"BSAKing" wrote in message
...
I have a GE Spacemaker above the range microwave and it has been
simply excellent for about 15 years! However, it has died and I need a
replacement unit. It is a model JVM 250 WVC.

The issue is the dimensions - the older one fit perfectly, so I need a
new one as close as possible to the original one's dimensions. I have
been searching but having a hard time finding one. Maybe I am not
savvy enough to use the correct keywords in Google...

It was approximately 29 3/4" wide, 15 1/4" high, and 14" deep.

Does anyone know of a current microwave model (any make) that is above
the range and close to those dimensions?

Thanks for your soonest reply as I have no microwave now! Being a
single parent and with a kid, that is disasterous! lol.

TIA, BSA

Got a GE Profile microwave with the convection oven. Measures 29-3/4 x
15-5/8 x 15 deep. Mixed reviews on it, but we really like ours. Look
around for the best price, got a deal @ $349. Prices are all over the
place, depending where you look. The local Lowes wanted almost $200 more
than we paid at a electronics/appliance store.



For the OP, I used the most recent post to reply, the size is standard.
Just about any brand will fit. Many list them as 30" units but that is the
nominal width.

The good news is they are a lot cheaper now than they were 15 years ago. You
will have to swap out the mounting bracket but it come with the MW.


I bought one at the HD black Friday for $69 that was $10 more than the
replacement handle was going to cost. I doubt this one will last 16 years
but I may not either.

Colbyt

"Oren" wrote in message
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On Wed, 26 Jan 2011 12:45:38 -0800, "Steve B"
wrote:

If you have one that ACTUALLY vents to the outside, you got a very good
installation. Most are not vented except right back in your face.

I think many OTR units are set-up by default to vent outside. Without
the outside vent the installer has to change something above the unit
before install.

Mine is not vented outside. I cook outside on the smoker, grill, or
pig pit for big multi-day meals G

One is hard pressed to find an outside vented MW in my area. Builders
just don't build houses that way, at least here. Not every MW is
located on an outside wall for easy venting.

I know. They just blow the smoke right back at cha.

Steve

On Jan 26, 3:45*pm, "Steve B" wrote:
"BSAKing" wrote in message

...
On Jan 26, 1:38 pm, "Steve B" wrote:



"BSAKing" wrote in message

....

I have a GE Spacemaker above the range microwave and it has been
simply excellent for about 15 years! However, it has died and I need a
replacement unit. It is a model JVM 250 WVC.

The issue is the dimensions - the older one fit perfectly, so I need a
new one as close as possible to the original one's dimensions. I have
been searching but having a hard time finding one. Maybe I am not
savvy enough to use the correct keywords in Google...

It was approximately 29 3/4" wide, 15 1/4" high, and 14" deep.

Does anyone know of a current microwave model (any make) that is above
the range and close to those dimensions?

Thanks for your soonest reply as I have no microwave now! Being a
single parent and with a kid, that is disasterous! lol.

TIA, BSA

You might not know, but I detest OTR microwaves because of safety reasons,
plus they inhale exhaust from the oven.

Consider moving it to a countertop or roller cart, and dimensions won't be
any problem.

Steve

Heart surgery pending?
Read up and prepare.
Learn how to care for a friend.http://cabgbypasssurgery.com

lol. On the other hand, I love them and have had nothing but great
success with them. To each their own. And I got it for the fact that
it sucks up oven and stove moisture and odor and vents it outside.

So - if anyone does perhaps deal with micros of this style and knows
of one close to those dimensions, any input would be appreciated.

thanks, BSA

If you have one that ACTUALLY vents to the outside, you got a very good
installation. *Most are not vented except right back in your face. *My
safety concerns are for short people, moving hot materials above a hot oven,
and weaknesses common to aging people.

BUT, one does have to work with available space, etc.

Steve

Yes - I did the original install on this when my exhaust hood with the
fan in it died. I modified the cupboards and the existing vent a bit
so it WOULD properly vent outside and suck up all the stuff from the
stove. If it did not, then for sure there is little point (for me) to
go that route with an OTR model. I'd go counter top in that case too.

I see some folks have posted some links for me to check out, so many
thanks for that!

BSA

"BSAKing" wrote

Yes - I did the original install on this when my exhaust hood with the
fan in it died. I modified the cupboards and the existing vent a bit
so it WOULD properly vent outside and suck up all the stuff from the
stove. If it did not, then for sure there is little point (for me) to
go that route with an OTR model. I'd go counter top in that case too.


I would say that more are unvented than vented.

Steve

On Wed, 26 Jan 2011 14:12:24 -0800, "Steve B"
wrote:


"Oren" wrote in message
.. .
On Wed, 26 Jan 2011 12:45:38 -0800, "Steve B"
wrote:

If you have one that ACTUALLY vents to the outside, you got a very good
installation. Most are not vented except right back in your face.

I think many OTR units are set-up by default to vent outside. Without
the outside vent the installer has to change something above the unit
before install.

Mine is not vented outside. I cook outside on the smoker, grill, or
pig pit for big multi-day meals G

One is hard pressed to find an outside vented MW in my area. Builders
just don't build houses that way, at least here. Not every MW is
located on an outside wall for easy venting.

I know. They just blow the smoke right back at cha.

Steve


Yeah. In my case the fan may come on (turned on) once or twice a year.
Not a deal breaker in my turf...

Cook outside

In article
,
BSAKing wrote:

I have a GE Spacemaker above the range microwave and it has been
simply excellent for about 15 years! However, it has died and I need a
replacement unit. It is a model JVM 250 WVC.

The issue is the dimensions - the older one fit perfectly, so I need a
new one as close as possible to the original one's dimensions. I have
been searching but having a hard time finding one. Maybe I am not
savvy enough to use the correct keywords in Google...

It was approximately 29 3/4" wide, 15 1/4" high, and 14" deep.

Does anyone know of a current microwave model (any make) that is above
the range and close to those dimensions?

Thanks for your soonest reply as I have no microwave now! Being a
single parent and with a kid, that is disasterous! lol.

TIA, BSA

I don't read google groupers, but saw some replies to this so tracked
the references. I won't see your reply if you post one, but the best
course of action, IMO, is to fix the old one.

Does anyone else glance at this, and wonder what is an Over
The Road microwave?

--
Christopher A. Young
Learn more about Jesus
www.lds.org
..

On Jan 26, 10:24*pm, "Stormin Mormon"
wrote:
Does anyone else glance at this, and wonder what is an Over
The Road microwave?

--
Christopher A. Young
Learn more about Jesus
*www.lds.org
.

that was Over The Reader microwave


Cheers

On Jan 26, 4:42*pm, Oren wrote:

One is hard pressed to find an outside vented MW in my area. *Builders
just don't build houses that way, at least here. *Not every MW is
located on an outside wall for easy venting.

My range hood vents up through the ceiling. We replaced an OTR
microwave that blew back in our faces with a real hood. It was
pretty easy, given that we've got a ranch house and there is only
an unfinished attic above the kitchen. (My husband did his
first roof penetration on this project.)

Even vented OTR microwaves are not as good at ventilation
as a hood.

Cindy Hamilton

?
"Cindy Hamilton" wrote

Even vented OTR microwaves are not as good at ventilation
as a hood.

Very true, but some of us are willing to compromise as that is the only way
we can fit a microwave. There ae also millions of hosues that have no vent
at all. so some is better than none.