Microwaves

Whirlpool MWP298BAUS review

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Good Points

u0026#149; Clear written labelling and symbols on control panel.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Cooking guide inside the door for some auto cook items such as air fry, defrost, soft and melt.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Some word prompts shown on digital display.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Audio feedback when using controls.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Once preheat temperature has been reached, digital display shows ‘Add food’ to prompt user.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Chef Menu with over 300 pre-programmed dishes.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Air fryer function.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Control panel is easy to wipe over. Sealed touch controls.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Microwave has an ‘Auto clean’ function. Need to fill a container with 300mL water and run the auto clean program.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Black glass exterior is easy to wipe over.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Air fryer has 9 auto programmed functions and can be used in manual mode.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Excellent result for pork belly using air fry function.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Good result for chicken nuggets, and marinated chicken wings using air fry function.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Rotisserie accessory, baking plate, air fryer plate, high grill rack and low grill rack supplied. u003cbru003e

Bad points

Bad Points

u0026#149; Symbols only on digital display so may need to refer to manual when selecting auto cook programs.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Digital display is not bright enough. Symbols on digital display are small.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Many small holes on the interior can accumulate dirt.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Shiny stainless steel interior only OK to wipe over, baked on residue can be difficult to remove, requires extra attention.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Difficult to clean around exposed grill element, cannot be lowered.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Only OK result for air fryer chips, no prompt to turn or shake the food.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Slightly noisy cooling fan , cooling fan will stay on at least 3 mins this can depend on the power and time setting.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Door becomes hot when using grill or convection care needs to be taken so the door does not close on oneself.u003cbru003eu0026#149; May not be able to reach.u003cbru003eu0026#149; Unable to reach 200°C when preheated. Beeps at 170°C stops running and slowly drops in temperature.u003cbru003e

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