2008 Writer
shigadeyo
Harrison, OH

Decent hood, but get the Whirlpool GZ8330XL instead...

3 star rating

remodeling our kitchen, Mr. Fix-it, value conscious, practical, quality conscious, an early adopter, Homeowner
Pros

    Variable speed fan, Stainless Steel and Black Appearance, Only 7

Cons
    Axial fan rather than centrifugal blower, 2-way light only

AUG
3
2008
This range hood was purchased to compliment my new stainless steel KitchenAid range (the KitchenAid stainless steel range hoods are overly large and very expensive). Other reasons for purchase include the variable speed fan that can go from off to high and everywhere in between (rather than just being a 2 or 3 speed), appearance (stainless steel and black to match my other appliances), relatively low profile (7" in height), and price point. My biggest complaint is that this range hood has a regular axial fan rather than a centrifugal blower (much quieter and better airflow), but the Whirlpool model with the centrifugal blower was 9" in height which is far too much (7" is already a bit too low in my kitchen as the old GE one being replaced was only 5"). Luckily the fan in this hood is relatively quiet compared to the old range hood which is a step in the right direction. This hood also has a removeable screen/filter that is dishwasher safe and a bright lighting system that takes two 40-watt appliance bulbs (not included) and has a low and high setting. Installation was a breeze, but the construction of this unit isn't really anything impressive. The stainless steel in the front seems a bit thin and the control knobs feel cheap and unrefined. I would have also like them to go from off to low to high rather than off to high to low. Regardless, this hood definitely gets the job done regarding exhaust and can be had for a fair price. If you have enough space for a hood with a greater height, I would stronly recommend the 30 in. Whirlpool Gold® GZ8330XL Range Hood over this one.



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shigadeyo wrote on Aug 17, 2008 at 12:21PM

In response to JovialCougar's comment from Aug 3, 2008 at 10:44PM:

True! My old GE hood only took one bulb, but it was surprisingly a regular 60 watt bulb! The Whirlpool can handle two bulbs, but they are the appliance size...

JovialCougar wrote on Aug 3, 2008 at 10:44PM

At least the light is bright. I've seen some hood lights that only handle one 25 Watt bulb!


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