KitchenAid KVWC956KSS 36 inch Commercial-Style Wall-Mount Chimney Range Hood with 4 Speeds, Stainless Steel Baffle Filters, LED Lighting, in Stainless Steel

36″ 585 or 1170 CFM Motor Class Commercial-Style Wall-Mount Canopy Range Hood

Equip your kitchen with a powerful 36-inch wall-mount canopy range hood designed to pair with 36-inch KitchenAid® Commercial-Style Ranges and Rangetops. A 90,000 BTU rating allows this vent hood to keep up with high-heat cooking on multiple burners. Two food warming heat lamps hold cooked items at serving temperature for up to an hour while you finish other dishes.

Key Features

• Four-Speed Fan
• Power Boost Function
• Requires a 585 or 1170 CFM Motor Class – Sold Separately
• 105,000 BTU Rating
• Automatic Turn On

Four-Speed Fan

Features low, medium, high and power boost settings, so you can choose the right fan speed for every cooking adventure, from gentle simmering to high-heat searing.

Power Boost Function

Assists high-heat cooking by activating maximum fan speed for five minutes to help quickly clear smoke and steam. This function turns on automatically if the hood’s sensor detects high-heat cooking on multiple burners and can also be activated manually.

Requires a 585 or 1170 CFM Motor Class – Sold Separately

allowing you to customize a powerful ventilation system with your choice of commercial-style blowers (two blower options sold separately*).

105,000 BTU Rating

pairs with KitchenAid® Commercial-Style Ranges, Rangetops and other models with total burner outputs up to 105,000 BTU.

Automatic Turn On

Provides intuitive assistance to help keep smoke and steam from building up in the kitchen. If the hood’s sensor detects high-heat cooking on multiple burners while the controls are off, it will automatically turn on the fan and set it to Power Boost.

Two Food Warming Lamps

Radiate heat downwards to hold cooked items at serving temperature for up to an hour, allowing you to focus on other steps in your creative process or finish one dish while another rests.

Two LED Lights with Night Light Setting

Provide two levels of brightness, allowing you to illuminate the entire cooking surface below with natural-looking light or subtly accent the kitchen with a soft, inviting glow.

Removable Stainless Steel Baffle Filters

Help capture the grease, steam and odors of high-heat cooking. The stainless steel design adds to the hood’s bold commercial-style look and the filters are removable for easy cleaning with soap and water.

KitchenAid® Commercial-Style Ventilation

KitchenAid® Commercial-Style Ventilation Hoods equip your kitchen with powerful ventilation designed to match the performance and styling of KitchenAid® Commercial-Style Ranges and Rangetops.

KitchenAid® Commercial-Style Wall-Mount Canopy Hoods

KitchenAid® Commercial-Style Wall-Mount Canopy Hoods add industrial style with the bold look of stainless steel. Choose from models featuring an exposed chimney or hidden ductwork.

Pros and Cons of Buying KitchenAid 36″ 585 or 1170 CFM Motor Class Commercial-Style Wall-Mount Canopy Range Hood

The 36″ Commercial-Style Wall-Mount Canopy Range Hood is an essential addition to any kitchen, especially for those who frequently engage in high-heat cooking. Designed to complement 36-inch KitchenAid® Commercial-Style Ranges and Rangetops, this range hood combines powerful performance with user-friendly features. With a robust BTU rating and advanced functionalities, it aims to enhance the cooking experience while maintaining a clean and comfortable kitchen environment.

Pros

• Four-Speed Fan: Offers flexibility in ventilation, allowing users to adjust the fan speed according to their cooking needs.
• Power Boost Function: Provides an extra burst of power for quick ventilation, ideal for eliminating smoke and odors during intense cooking sessions.
• High BTU Rating: With a 105,000 BTU rating, this range hood is capable of handling high-heat cooking on multiple burners, ensuring effective ventilation.
• Automatic Turn On: This feature enhances convenience by automatically activating the fan when it detects heat, ensuring optimal air quality without manual intervention.
• Food Warming Heat Lamps: The inclusion of two food warming heat lamps allows cooked items to be kept at serving temperature for up to an hour, making it easier to manage multiple dishes.

Cons

• Motor Class Requirement: The range hood requires a 585 or 1170 CFM motor class, which is sold separately. This additional purchase may be a drawback for some users.
• Installation Complexity: As a wall-mount unit, installation may require professional assistance, adding to the overall cost and effort involved.
• Size Limitations: The 36-inch width may not be suitable for smaller kitchens or those with limited wall space.

The 36″ Commercial-Style Wall-Mount Canopy Range Hood is a powerful and efficient solution for serious cooks who require robust ventilation in their kitchens. With its advanced features such as a four-speed fan, power boost function, and automatic turn on, it effectively addresses the challenges of high-heat cooking. While the requirement for a separate motor class and potential installation complexities may pose some challenges, the benefits of maintaining a clean and comfortable cooking environment make this range hood a worthwhile investment for any culinary enthusiast.