Broan-NuTone Under-Cabinet Convertible Range Hood
[{'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2018', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': 'I just received my new range hood and have attached a picture from under the hood, as this is not on the web site!!'}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': "I bought this to replace a similar range hood that's been in our house ever since we bought it 26 years ago. Old one was almond painted, and although it still worked well, it was starting to really look like crap, with paint worn off the edges and corners. And its underside was filthy despite being cleaned every now and then. Plus it no longer matched our stainless stove, microwave or dishwasher. This one is pretty much the same size as the old one, with the same light and two speed fan. Simple, and I didn't want any fancy crap or a larger unit as we have a limited amount of space. Also hooks up the same was as the old one. Surprisingly (given that some of the reviews complain about the noise), it is much quieter than the old one. Also, of course (since it's new) it looks a whole hell of a lot better. Otherwise, it's pretty much about the same as the old one. If this one lasts 26 years, it will outlast my wife and myself. And it is amazingly affordable. Definitely gets five stars from me."}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': 'We are remodeling after 15 years and we got a new electric range. The old hood fan unit needed to be replaced to match and because it was also old. After searching for a few days, I decided on this one. Glad I did. It was easy to install and the mount holes lined up with the ones from the old unit. I had to cut a hole because this comes with a rectangle vent hole but with a pair of tin snips (I know everyone may not have those but they are cheap to buy and maybe a friend has some) I cut the hole out in about 3 minutes.\n\nIt is very quite (fan), bright light (bulb not included but they are a $1) looks high quality and the color matches the range just as pictured. I recommend this for the quality, appearance and price.'}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2020', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': 'Initial Review\n\nThe product came in excellent shape with no dings or dents (I bought the stainless steel one). I also purchased the additional cord for power which I wired up per the instructions with ease.\n\nThe only thing I had a bit of fun doing was the punch outs for the vent and electrical but this was probably due to me not having the right tool.\n\nFit perfectly, light worked, fan was pretty powerful on high and had an expected noise level. Changing the vent is easy you just turn it and the light is a full size light bulb which is great for not having to turn on your full room light at night.'}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2017', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': 'So my old venlline overhead range fan motor in my mobile home went out and I decided I’d replace the whole thing because get this . The old 1960 fan motor was 50.00! This whole brand new range was 50.00! Why replace just the motor in my old one and end up not being the motor or something else messing up on it shortly after . Why not just get a brand spanking new one for the same price of the old motor . Come on now . And I installed it myself!! I Honestly think installing this new unit was a lot easier than replacing that old fan motor would have been. This product saved me a ton of money . It’s way better than that old one too. Win win win ! You can’t loose with this thing . My vent size was a bit off but I just took some cardboard and cut it like a gasket to keep the vacuum right. Wiring was easy just make sure to flip the correct circuit breakers off. Only hard part about it was trying to start the screws and hold it up at the same time . Get someone to help you with that part.'}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2020', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': "Exactly what I needed to replace the broken 40 year old hood fan in my tired old kitchen. This thing was seriously easy to install. Instructions were clear where needed, not that we really needed them as the installation was pretty self explanatory IMHO. Take out the old hood and inspect what you need [if you need anything additional] to install the new hood. Our ductwork was rectangular just like the damper on this fan so it went up seamlessly with some new metal ductwork tape. Switching over the wiring was simple. Fixating the hood in place took the two of us [because I wanted it just right], but within a few minutes it was up. Power turned back on and we were in business. Our kitchen is seriously falling apart, but I'm not in the market to overhaul the whole thing just yet. In the meantime this was an economical fix for a broken fan and it looks fabulous. This thing is quieter than the old one I took out and boy oh boy it has way more power than the old one too; I mean I knew the old one was dying, but I didn't realize exactly how bad it was otherwise I would have replaced it years ago before it up and quit on me. If this new one lasts until I get around to remodeling my kitchen then I definitely got my money's worth on this purchase. I'd recommend this product."}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2019', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': "I saw lots of reviews that said the fan was too loud on the highest setting but I didn't have this problem at all. If it is on high to remove the smoke when cooking, it doesn't seem like a big deal to me anyway... Very nice looking and a perfect replacement for my old fan during our home renovations 😁"}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2021', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': "When I was looking for a range hood, I didn't expect to find one on Amazon. But, to my delight, Amazon has range hoods! I was looking for a functional range hood that wouldn't break the bank since I had already spent a good deal of cash on a new refrigerator and range. My new appliances are Frigidaire brand and so I thought that is the brand of range hood I would purchase. However, in reviewing various range hoods, I agreed with one reviewer who commented that the Frigidaire range hood didn't appear to have a finished look on the underside. I noticed this Broan range hood had a nice, finished look, and it didn't break the bank. It was $40 cheaper than the Frigidaire brand, and knowing Broan is a great brand for fans (I have one in each bathroom), I decided I would pull the trigger.\n\nMy handyman installed the range hood (taking old one down first) in less than 30 minutes. He didn't even have to turn the power off! The black range hood looks really nice with the black matching the black smooth top of my stainless range. It really sets it off, I believe, more so than a stainless range hood would've. The fan and light are as functional as the old one, which I replaced due to the color and it was so old, it was time for it to go to the old range hood graveyard.\n\nIf you're on the fence about this range hood, take a chance. I'm glad I did! I had peace of mind knowing that if I didn't care for the range hood, or if it was damaged in any way, I could return it to Amazon on their dime. Time will ultimately tell if the range hood was a good choice. But, as I said before, Broan is a good name for fans, so I was willing to take the gamble."}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2017', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': "we are regular people probably just like you out there are, not rich! but happy. i purchased this hood because the old one we had to twist the bulb on to use it. this is a nice hood, fan works on both settings has a good light, ahh no more twisting needed!! :). it`s fine as everything else is becoming sort of inferior compared to the past, that`s business!!!!!. what i will do to it is with white silicone caulking I'll run a bead on the inside joints just to better seal them. ours is vented outside and i was willing to just not hook that up and use the recirculated through filter in house. low and behold the vent is rectangle just like ours. it was kind of easy to set up after i used four of the winged mounts ( the ones that spring open inside the hole) very securely. it looks good and will clean easier than the old one due to a smooth (not pebbly) surface. i find amazon really amazing! easy to purchase and everything one needs at one location. how fortunate are we..."}, {'review_meta': 'Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2020', 'review_star': 'a-icon a-icon-star a-star-5 review-rating', 'review_body': 'A couple things:\n\n1) Instructions are not the best\n2) You will need to buy an electrical cord if you want to plug into a 120 standard outlet.\n\nI have a 10” square duct (old style). This adapter needs to be removed from the inside of the unit and then installed on the top or back (depending on your vent location) after you pry the knockout sheet metal away).\n\nMounting screws and Electrical\n\nThe mounting screws are inside the electrical cover, which can be easily removed by taking out one sheet metal screw. This is also where you will need to wire nut (not included) and tape your electrical cord (also not included) if you want to plug into a standard outlet. I bought a cord along with some wire nuts from the local hardware store for less than $10 and wired it myself (black to black, white to white, green to grounding screw).\n\nThe hardest part is mounting it. I used Gorilla tape to hold the screws in place to save some time, while my poor wife tried to hold it steady. We finally got it in place after a good workout and it looks good after a little caulking around the edges (cabinet could use some touching up though).\n\nAfter mounting, I put the removable filter and light bulb protector back in place. We are happy with the look but be prepared to make an extra trip to the hardware store if you order this.'}]