Broan-NuTone F403023 Exhaust Fan for Under Cabinet Two-Speed Four-Way Range Hood, 30-Inch, Black

4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars | 1,723 ratings

Price: 89

Last update: 05-24-2024


About this item

30-INCH UNDER-CABINET RANGE HOOD INSERT: Fits neatly underneath cabinets to offer a complete solution to your kitchen ventilation needs by providing both an exhaust fan and overhead light
IMPROVES KITCHEN AIR QUALITY: Provides a MAX 230 CFM and 6.5 Sones performance to quickly remove smoke and cooking odors from the air, and the 2-speed rocker switch allows for quick fan adjustments
INTEGRATED LIGHTING: Built-in light with protective lens accepts up to a 75W incandescent bulb (not included) to evenly illuminate your cooking area and is controlled by a rocker switch for ease of use
DISHWASHER-SAFE FILTER: One-piece dishwasher-safe aluminum grease filter offers easy cleaning and maintains optimum grease capture
4-WAY CONVERTIBLE INSTALLATION: Installs as 3.25" x 10" vertical or horizontal ducting with damper, 7" round vertical ducting (damper sold separately), or non-ducted with air recirculation (filter sold separately) to provide versatile installation at least 18" above the cooktop
Two-speed fan control

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Nanciejeanne
5.0 out of 5 stars this was perfect for my needs!
Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2010
I never had a stove without a range hood, but when I moved in my new house (which is actually a very old house) there were only cabinets above the stove. No hood at all. I really missed the light the most! Venting would have been very difficult as the house is made of stones, and the walls inside are concrete blocks with metal mesh holding plaster. Not a simple drywall type installation at all. So I decided a ventless hood was the best and easiest option for me. I worried that it wouldn't be effective, but it does a surprisingly good job at moving air. A little noisy, but most hoods I have ever owned were slightly noisy. There is a clip-on cover for the front little vents if you indeed have a vented option.

I did not know that hood was not shipped with the extra filter needed for ventless operation. There is a mesh cover for the fan, but it is not a filter. Further, the item amazon featured on the hood product page was NOT the one that went with this. I went to the Braun website and still was confused. I finally found the right one: it is this one:
Broan #41F Range Hood Filter.  There may be non-Broan brand filters available, but I wanted to be sure I got the right one, so I went with the name brand the first time. This filter is installed with the blue side next to the blade and then put the included mesh screen over that. There is a clip that holds them in place.

The hood does require hard wiring. I did not have that either!! (Why are these projects always so complicated?!!!) However, there is an item available (and noted on the Broan website) called BR-HCK44 - Range Hood Power Cord Kit. It is "for use when hard wiring is not an option and a plug is needed." There is also a wall mounting bracket (BR-35) for installations where there is no upper cabinetry. I didn't need the bracket as I had upper cabinetry. I don't think either are available here on amazon, but just google the model number/name and you will find one. They are relatively inexpensive.

I actually had to run my new plug cord down the wall and use the outlet behind the gas stove. If you have a similar problem, here is my solution, maybe it could work for you, too. I was putting in a glass tile backsplash behind the stove anyway, and wanted wood or ceramic border to "frame" the small tiles. I figured I could use the recess of one of the trim pieces to hide the cord as it ran down the wall and then simply plug it into my grounded outlet behind my gas stove. (Most gas stoves need an outlet behind them for clocks, electric ignition, timers, oven light, etc.) I couldn't find any ceramic that worked, but instead routed out some trim molding with a dremel, tucked the cord behind that channel, and used the wood to frame my tile backsplash. The wood should be safe, it is no closer than any adjacent cabinetry would be. You can't tell there is a cord there, and it is pretty protected from bumps since it is behind the molding. (I just used little finish nails in case I need access to it in the future. I put them in the wood first so I wouldn't nick the cord.) I did need a short grounded extension, too...the add-on cord was only 3 feet long, but the ugly stuff is behind the stove. It was a tricky problem, and some of you may already have wiring in place, but just in case you run into something like I did, I thought I would post my work-around! Maybe I will post a picture of it one of these days!

One more tip...if you have to install this by yourself (like I did) it is HARD holding the thing up with one hand (and your head!) and marking the holes for drill/screws with the other! SAVE your packing box, put it on your stove and put the hood on top. It will hold your hood very close to its final position for you so you can make the marks for the screws! I think I added another little amazon box so it sat high enough. OR use the cardboard from the box to make a template for where the drill holes need to be (it is easier to hold cardboard than a range hood!)
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Nanciejeanne
5.0 out of 5 stars this was perfect for my needs!
Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2010
I never had a stove without a range hood, but when I moved in my new house (which is actually a very old house) there were only cabinets above the stove. No hood at all. I really missed the light the most! Venting would have been very difficult as the house is made of stones, and the walls inside are concrete blocks with metal mesh holding plaster. Not a simple drywall type installation at all. So I decided a ventless hood was the best and easiest option for me. I worried that it wouldn't be effective, but it does a surprisingly good job at moving air. A little noisy, but most hoods I have ever owned were slightly noisy. There is a clip-on cover for the front little vents if you indeed have a vented option.

I did not know that hood was not shipped with the extra filter needed for ventless operation. There is a mesh cover for the fan, but it is not a filter. Further, the item amazon featured on the hood product page was NOT the one that went with this. I went to the Braun website and still was confused. I finally found the right one: it is this one:[[ASIN:B000VL060M Broan #41F Range Hood Filter.]] There may be non-Broan brand filters available, but I wanted to be sure I got the right one, so I went with the name brand the first time. This filter is installed with the blue side next to the blade and then put the included mesh screen over that. There is a clip that holds them in place.

The hood does require hard wiring. I did not have that either!! (Why are these projects always so complicated?!!!) However, there is an item available (and noted on the Broan website) called BR-HCK44 - Range Hood Power Cord Kit. It is "for use when hard wiring is not an option and a plug is needed." There is also a wall mounting bracket (BR-35) for installations where there is no upper cabinetry. I didn't need the bracket as I had upper cabinetry. I don't think either are available here on amazon, but just google the model number/name and you will find one. They are relatively inexpensive.

I actually had to run my new plug cord down the wall and use the outlet behind the gas stove. If you have a similar problem, here is my solution, maybe it could work for you, too. I was putting in a glass tile backsplash behind the stove anyway, and wanted wood or ceramic border to "frame" the small tiles. I figured I could use the recess of one of the trim pieces to hide the cord as it ran down the wall and then simply plug it into my grounded outlet behind my gas stove. (Most gas stoves need an outlet behind them for clocks, electric ignition, timers, oven light, etc.) I couldn't find any ceramic that worked, but instead routed out some trim molding with a dremel, tucked the cord behind that channel, and used the wood to frame my tile backsplash. The wood should be safe, it is no closer than any adjacent cabinetry would be. You can't tell there is a cord there, and it is pretty protected from bumps since it is behind the molding. (I just used little finish nails in case I need access to it in the future. I put them in the wood first so I wouldn't nick the cord.) I did need a short grounded extension, too...the add-on cord was only 3 feet long, but the ugly stuff is behind the stove. It was a tricky problem, and some of you may already have wiring in place, but just in case you run into something like I did, I thought I would post my work-around! Maybe I will post a picture of it one of these days!

One more tip...if you have to install this by yourself (like I did) it is HARD holding the thing up with one hand (and your head!) and marking the holes for drill/screws with the other! SAVE your packing box, put it on your stove and put the hood on top. It will hold your hood very close to its final position for you so you can make the marks for the screws! I think I added another little amazon box so it sat high enough. OR use the cardboard from the box to make a template for where the drill holes need to be (it is easier to hold cardboard than a range hood!)
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Kevster
5.0 out of 5 stars QUALITY and easy to install.
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2024
Well made, looks good, and works as it should, motor does it's job in pulling the smoke, decent size fan blade. Should last me 10 years like the last unit which was different in design but was well made.
E. B. Kutschat
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Value
Reviewed in the United States on June 13, 2011
I've changed my review (below) from ONE star to FIVE stars. Amazon PROMPTLY replaced the damaged unit (4 days from MY receipt of the damaged unit!). Unlike the first shipment, this time the manufacturers box was packed INSIDE a large Amazon box to prevent shipping damage.

This vent hood works very nicely. Fan on high speed is incredibly powerful. There are multiple adapters and vent knock-outs to allow just about any type of installation, including ductless. Installation was a breeze and the hood looks pretty sharp too. The price can't be beat. Locally, a similar unit sells for $40 more. Thank you Amazon for standing behind your vendors/products!

---OLD REVIEW---

June 13, 2011

"Badly Damaged"

Unit arrived with HUGE dent on top. The front exhaust vent was crushed, distorted and beyond any kind of repair. The box WAS NOT damaged in any way. It would almost appear the unit was damaged at the factory and boxed up and shipped anyway.
His Little Angel
4.0 out of 5 stars Decent for the price
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2018
I am reviewing this for what it is - a $30 stove hood!! If you want a $200 stove hood, you should go buy one of those! This fan works great to vent out steam from the stovetop. It is a nice smooth black finish. It was VERY easy to install - this 41 year old female did it alone with a screwdriver and a pair of slip joint pliers. As others have noted, the box is flimsy - you WILL have a minor dent or two. For thirty bucks, I'm ok with that. You will need to knock out the exhaust hole (both center circle and rear mount rectangle configurations are provided). You will need to knock out the electric inlet AND provide a locking device for the wire AND wire nuts. The attachment screws that were included were too short for my cabinet and I had to provide those too - I used the screws from my old unit. This unit is quite loud, but again, thirty bucks.... Overall, it is what is expected it to be and I feel like I got my moneys worth. Would have rated it 5 stars if it were better packaged.
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His Little Angel
4.0 out of 5 stars Decent for the price
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2018
I am reviewing this for what it is - a $30 stove hood!! If you want a $200 stove hood, you should go buy one of those! This fan works great to vent out steam from the stovetop. It is a nice smooth black finish. It was VERY easy to install - this 41 year old female did it alone with a screwdriver and a pair of slip joint pliers. As others have noted, the box is flimsy - you WILL have a minor dent or two. For thirty bucks, I'm ok with that. You will need to knock out the exhaust hole (both center circle and rear mount rectangle configurations are provided). You will need to knock out the electric inlet AND provide a locking device for the wire AND wire nuts. The attachment screws that were included were too short for my cabinet and I had to provide those too - I used the screws from my old unit. This unit is quite loud, but again, thirty bucks.... Overall, it is what is expected it to be and I feel like I got my moneys worth. Would have rated it 5 stars if it were better packaged.
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Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect fit
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2024
Easy to install all wiring and filter was in place. Just needed to get the bulb. Works as intended. Would buy again if needed.
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Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect fit
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2024
Easy to install all wiring and filter was in place. Just needed to get the bulb. Works as intended. Would buy again if needed.
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Virginia M. Quinn
5.0 out of 5 stars Great little hood for the price!
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2010
Our builder-grade (G.E. brand) hood bit the dust so we bought this one. Fully expected I'd have to hire an electrician, so we "uninstalled" our other unit to save time (because electricians charge by the hour). When we got it out (four screws!) we looked at it and figured out that we could re-use the other unit's electrical plug on this unit (we have an electrical outlet in the cabinet above our hood) so we did. It took my husband and I about 30 minutes to install (one holding the unit, while the other one puts in the screws). It is versatile, too, because you could use it on just about any kind of vent (round or rectangular) and it fits beautifully. It is SOOO much quieter than our other one, and you can actually feel the air rushing past your hand when you turn it on(our other hood was never that efficient!) Checking online for other prices, the cheapest I could find was about $150 or thereabouts, so imagine my surprise when this one arrived in perfect condition, and was so easy to install! Awesome! I have a light and a fan again! Yippee!
Shawn G
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect fit
Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2024
Well made, fit perfect and easy to install.
Nicky
5.0 out of 5 stars Used this as a DIY Kitchen Project.
Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2020
This is definitely a good, lower cost option to an over oven vent. The only difficulty I had when getting this product ready for install was when it came down to removing the back portion of removable metal to accommodate a back vent (this product is also designed to have a piece you can remove from the top for a top venting system). You’re going to definitely want to make sure you have some strong metal clippers to cut through the tacked areas of the removable panel. Instructions were very clear and easy to remember. The fan itself is a little noisy but definitely not as loud as other products on the market.

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