Jay Boy
Great investment with a good price-value. The over-range vent fan/lighting I had before was very outdated (and loud) so I opted to replace it with something a little more modern to address the look, and quiet for my sanity. This over the range hood was well within budget and offered the updated look I was going for. It was very easy to install and the dimensions advertised with accurate.
While I did not use the bracket system that came with the product, and had somewhat clear directionz, I did utilize the four holes that were pre-fabricated. They are holding the vent up well and due to its light-weight build, I am not worried about it falling or posing as a hazard if I bump into it (for whatever reason) or if there is an earthquake.
Construction: As I mentioned, the internal components seem to be of lightweight construction, probably aluminum as it is very light. Be careful when you move it around during installation and cautious not to bang into anything with it, like the corner of a cabinet, table or coutertop because I am sure the thing will dent easily. Perhaps not the most durable in this sense, however, it is not build to be man-handled or even touched much on that note, so with that being said, once it is up, it looks great!
Wiring: I hard wired this myself using the conduit that was in place for the previous vent. I am pretty handy with stuff around the house, but very intermediate with the scary stuff such as gas & electrical... regardless, I gloved up, and got to it. Black to black, white to white, ground or bare wire to provided grounding screws. Be advised, while I did not go through the "whole-9" which I 100% advise you to do, including shutting the power to your house then TESTING that it is off using a digital multimeter, I am still alive, breathing, and writing this review with all ten fingers. I have done several electrical jobs around my old house (late 70's) such as socket replacement etc and felt comfortable with this task.
The unit did not come with the two halogen bulbs which would have been nice, but they were an easy buy that I made at the local hardware store. I waited for the unit to arrive rather than ordering them off Amazon to ensure they fit property and were the correct specs. These too were easy to install.
Overall this was a great buy. Good, clean look, affordable, and easy to install. Specs and dimensions were true, the fan is so quiet I couldn't even tell it was on, and the lights provide great countertop visibility. Would highly recommend for someone looking to update the look of their kitchen.
| Air Flow Capacity | 300 Cubic Feet Per Minute |
|---|---|
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Noise Level | 1.5 Sones |
| Mounting Type | Under Cabinet Mount |
| Included Components | Range Hood, Appliance Parts & Accessories |
| Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Number of Speeds | 2 |
| Item Weight | 22.4 Pounds |
| Light Source Type | Halogen |
| Filter Type | Mesh |
| Specification Met | ADA |
| Manufacturer | Broan-NuTone |
| UPC | 026715240760 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00026715240760 |
| Brand Name | Broan-NuTone |
| Model Info | BCSD142SS |
| Item Weight | 22.4 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 6 x 19.63 x 42 inches |
| Country of Origin | Mexico |
| Item model number | BCSD142SS |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Installation Type | Under Cabinet Mount |
| Part Number | BCSD142SS |
| Special Features | Stainless Steel,Integrated Lighting |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 1 year limited warranty |
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