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1971 Vintage Amana Radarange RR-4 Microwave Oven 1600 Watt- works

$ 571.82

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Item Length: 19 in
  • Item Width: 23 in
  • Condition: Excellent condition, there is a small chip on the microwave plate in the corner. This item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended.
  • Power: 1600 W
  • Manufacturer Warranty: None
  • Voltage: 115 V
  • Type: Countertop
  • Material: Metal
  • Energy Star: Not Compliant
  • Power Source: Electric
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Custom Bundle: No
  • Item Weight: 87
  • Item Height: 15 in
  • Features: Dial Control
  • Brand: Amana
  • Color: Silver
  • Model: RR-4
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • MPN: Rr

    Description

    A little history to start off with for this beauty we have listed today
    Microwave ovens were a spin-off of wartime RADAR, and invented accidentally by Percy LeBaron Spencer of Raytheon while working on a magnetron (radar tube) near the end of the war. As he passed the device, which generated microwaves, he noticed that a candy bar in his pocket began to melt. He experimented with eggs (they exploded) and popcorn (it popped). So, a "high frequency dielectric heating apparatus" was patented in 1945 by Raytheon, and a prototype built. The first microwave oven for commercial purposes (ships and hotels) was introduced in 1947 by Raytheon, and named the Radar Range. It stood five and a half feet tall, weighed 750 pounds, and cost 00. Amana introduced the world’s first 115-volt countertop microwave oven in 1967. Geared specifically for consumer use, the product sold for 5 retail.
    you can read more from https://www.smecc.org/microwave_oven.htm
    The beauty listed here is  another one from my grandmother's collection that she is auctioning off. The RR-4 was
    Introduced in late 1971, this model loses the LOCK slider and in its place is an electrically operated solenoid that prevents the door from opening during cooking.
    'Radarange' plate hides opening of the old Lock slider.
    This solenoid was used up through the end of the traditional RR-series. The LIGHT button is no longer blue, but white. The green Start button got a hue adjustment. This model uses an electromagnet and a motorized stirrer. This microwave
    Weighs 87 pounds and is 23 inches wide, 15 inches high, 17 inches deep. Serial number A50206677
    The item in the picture is the item you will receive so please use the pictures as your guide.
    Measurements and weights are approximate; however, we use a scale that is calibrated and tested for accuracy, and we take measurements as accurately as possible to get the exact measurement. Also please understand that due to the lighting in photos, the hue of the color in the photograph may not be exact.
    Shipping and Payment
    We will ship item within 1-2 days after payment is received and cleared. Shipping is with USPS, please check the shipping address to ensure it is correct. Also, if you would like to change shipping carrier, then please do so at check out or contact us. We will be happy to combine multiple items into the same package for reduced shipping cost. Please request revised invoice when you are finished shopping.
    Invoices are available upon request and can be emailed or mailed at your discrepancy.
    Return Policy
    During the first 30 days after receipt of your product, if for any reason you are not happy or satisfied with your purchase, you can return your purchased item back to us at your expense. Shipping charge is not refundable. We are here to keep you a satisfied customer and to make sure that we have the correct and exact descriptions, so you know exactly what to expect from us and the item(s) purchased. Please do not hesitate to contact us for any questions you may have about your order or any of our products. We are here to help, and we count on your satisfaction with our products.  If the item is not as described, please notify us immediately and we will work with you to rectify the situation. We strive to please each buyer!
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    --Pak Rats