Our take
The exact EM036AB14 manual documents 1,000 W cooking output, 1,450 W input, 120 V/60 Hz, a 12.4-inch glass turntable and eleven power levels. Capacity is unresolved because the manual's specification table appears to say 1.3 cu. ft. while Amazon's exact B07 model variant and the frozen title say 1.4. The manual gives six preset menus, child lock and countertop clearances of three inches at adjacent walls, one side open and twelve inches above. It excludes industrial/laboratory use and voids warranty outside private-household use. Sensor cooking and trim-kit compatibility are unconfirmed. Historical ASIN B08HKMFPYK returned an error, so the tagged direct link uses independently verified exact-model variant B07HGHM83L.
EM036AB14 has a documented 1,000 W cooking output, 1,450 W electrical input and 120 V/60 Hz supply; the input number is the one to keep separate when considering electrical requirements. The manual gives a 12.4-inch glass turntable and 20.4 × 16.9 × 12.4-inch exterior measurements. It calls for three inches between the oven and adjacent walls, an open side and twelve inches overhead, so a low shelf may not suit it. Capacity cannot be used to rank the model: the manual appears to list 1.3 cu. ft. while the exact B07 Amazon variant is labeled 1.4 cu. ft. The manual documents an ordinary countertop path and a private-household warranty, but no sensor feature or trim-kit route. The historical Renewed ASIN B08HKMFPYK did not resolve; the affiliate destination is the separately verified B07 exact-model variant..
Do not choose EM036AB14 when a confirmed 1.4-cu.-ft. minimum, sensor cooking or a built-in trim-kit route is essential. The manual requires twelve inches of overhead clearance and its warranty excludes use outside private households. The historical Renewed B08 listing remains unverified.
Pros & cons
What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.
What works in its favor
- The exact manual separates 1,000 W cooking output from 1,450 W input and specifies 120 V/60 Hz.
- A 12.4-inch glass turntable, 20.4 × 16.9 × 12.4-inch exterior measurements and countertop clearances are documented.
- Eleven power levels, six auto menus, time and weight defrost, two-stage cooking and child lock are listed.
What to weigh up
- Capacity is conflicted: the exact manual appears to give 1.3 cu. ft.; the frozen title and exact Amazon variant give 1.4.
- The manual does not confirm sensor cooking or a compatible trim kit.
- Three inches at adjacent walls, one side open and twelve inches above are required by the manual.
- The warranty is void outside private-household use, and historical ASIN B08HKMFPYK did not resolve.
The key details
| Model covered | EM036AB14 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | Capacity is unresolved: the exact manual table appears to say 1.3 cu. ft., while the frozen title and Amazon's exact B07 variant say 1.4 cu. ft. The manual lists 20.4 × 16.9 × 12.4-inch exterior dimensions. |
| Microwave output | The manual lists 1,000 W cooking output separately from 1,450 W input at 120 V/60 Hz. The exact B07 Amazon page identifies model EM036AB14 and the Stainless Steel variant; the manual/Amazon capacity conflict remains unresolved. |
| Cooking approach | The manual documents an 11-level control, six auto menus, time/weight defrost, two-stage cooking, child lock and a 12.4-inch glass turntable. It does not confirm sensor cooking. |
| Installation options | Countertop placement requires three inches from adjacent walls, one side open and twelve inches above. The reviewed manual does not identify a compatible trim kit. |
| Finish and turntable | The manual limits warranty use to private households and excludes industrial/laboratory use. Tray diameter is 12.4 inches; the historical Renewed B08HKMFPYK page failed and is not mapped to the verified B07 variant. |
Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 4, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.
What the features mean for you
The model code and the Amazon variant are independently identified
The frozen title names EM036AB14 even though its structured model field is blank. The manual cover names EM036AB14, and Amazon's current B07HGHM83L page has that model number and manufacturer part number in item details. Its selected 1.4-Cu.Ft Stainless Steel variant maps to B07HGHM83L. The frozen B08HKMFPYK row says Renewed, but its Amazon route failed; this review does not assign B08 to the exact variant or claim a renewed condition for B07.
Leave cavity capacity unresolved
The exact-model manual's specification table appears to list 1.3 cu. ft., while the frozen title and Amazon's exact B07 variant say 1.4 cu. ft. Since the sources disagree for EM036AB14, capacity is not a matching value here. Confirm the appliance rating plate or a corrected manufacturer specification before relying on cavity volume.
Use the output and input figures for different questions
The manual lists 1,000 W rated microwave output and 1,450 W input at 120 V/60 Hz. Use the output figure for the questionnaire's microwave-output comparison; do not substitute the larger electrical-input figure or infer a cooking-time result from either number. For electrical planning, compare the input and supply rating to the available circuit, not the output number.
A turntable size is published, but presets are not sensors
The manual lists a 12.4-inch glass turntable, eleven selectable power levels and six auto-menu buttons for popcorn, potato, pizza, frozen vegetables, beverages and dinner plates. It also documents time/weight defrost, child lock and up to two cooking stages. It does not identify food-sensor cooking; a preset menu alone is not evidence of a sensor.
Plan the required countertop ventilation
The manual describes countertop placement, three inches from adjacent walls, one side left open and twelve inches above the oven. It does not name an optional trim kit. Treat the model as a documented countertop appliance and leave trim-kit compatibility unconfirmed rather than assuming a cabinet kit.
The manual limits use to private households
The model manual says the oven is not designed for industrial or laboratory use and states that the warranty is void if the appliance is used for anything other than private household purposes. It is therefore not a manufacturer-classified foodservice model. The private-household limit also matters for office or shared-use settings; confirm coverage before treating countertop fit as proof of suitable duty.
What else to compare
If a confirmed 1.4-cu.-ft. cavity is required, compare the separate Frigidaire FFCE1439LB roster entry, whose exact family sheet lists 1.4 cu. ft.; its turntable diameter has its own unresolved source conflict. Do not transfer its capacity or tray facts to EM036AB14.
Before you buy
Is EM036AB14 a countertop microwave?
Yes. Its exact manual gives countertop installation and clearance instructions.
Does it have 1.3 or 1.4 cu. ft. capacity?
The manual appears to say 1.3; the title and exact B07 Amazon variant say 1.4. Capacity is left unconfirmed.
What is the cooking output?
The manual lists 1,000 W microwave output and 1,450 W input separately.
What electrical supply does the manual list?
120 V/60 Hz; the manual lists 1,450 W input.
How large is the glass turntable?
The exact-model manual lists 12.4 inches.
Does the model have sensor cooking?
The manual lists auto-menu buttons but does not confirm sensor cooking.
Can it use a built-in trim kit?
No compatible kit was identified in the reviewed model-specific manual, so compatibility remains unknown.
How much ventilation room does it need?
The manual calls for three inches at adjacent walls, an open side and twelve inches above.
Can it be used in a commercial kitchen?
The manual says the oven is not designed for industrial or laboratory use and voids its warranty outside private-household use.
Does ASIN B08HKMFPYK match this exact model variant?
The historical Amazon page returned an error. The separately verified direct link is B07HGHM83L, whose item details name EM036AB14 and whose selected variant is 1.4-Cu.Ft Stainless Steel.
Where can I check the current price?
Use the Amazon link for current offers. Check the exact model, seller, product condition, delivery, and return terms. This page does not display a live price or confirm stock.
Sources & review basis
We use the following manufacturer documentation for the product features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.
- BLACK+DECKER-authored EM036AB14 instruction manual ↗ — checked October 4, 2026.
- BLACK+DECKER-authored EM036AB14 instruction manual: exact-model cover; capacity, input/output, voltage, turntable and dimensions table; controls; countertop clearances; non-industrial/laboratory statement and private-household warranty ↗ — checked October 4, 2026.
- Current Amazon exact-model listing: canonical title names EM036AB14; selected 1.4-Cu.Ft Stainless Steel variant maps to B07HGHM83L; item details list model number and manufacturer part number EM036AB14 and the exact ASIN ↗Paid link · We may earn a commission. — checked October 4, 2026.
- Frozen historical Renewed ASIN checked 2026-10-04; page returned an internal error and did not prove its exact variant ↗Paid link · We may earn a commission. — checked October 4, 2026.
- Tagged direct affiliate destination for the independently verified exact EM036AB14 1.4-Cu.Ft Stainless Steel variant ↗Paid link · We may earn a commission. — checked October 4, 2026.
- Search this model on Amazon · Tagged exact-model Amazon search fallback ↗Paid link · We may earn a commission. — checked October 7, 2026.
- Amazon US model listing checked October 4, 2026; current condition, price, and availability are confirmed by the seller.
The decision
BLACK+DECKER EM036AB14 is a countertop microwave with a documented 1,000 W output, 1,450 W input, 12.4-inch glass turntable and eleven power levels. Capacity remains unresolved because its manual and exact Amazon variant differ at 1.3 versus 1.4 cu. ft. Countertop clearances are substantial, no sensor or trim-kit option is confirmed, and the warranty is limited to private-household use. The B08 Renewed page could not be checked; the direct tagged destination is the independently verified B07HGHM83L exact-model stainless variant.
Is it the right fit?
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