Whirlpool
36" Retractable Downdraft System with Interior Blower Motor
Elevate your kitchen with this 36-inch Whirlpool retractable downdraft system. It offers a seamless, space-saving design that disappears flush with your cooktop when not in use. Deploying up to 14 inches, it effectively captures smoke and steam with its powerful interior centrifugal blower motor, delivering up to 585 CFM. Enjoy convenient operation with touch controls and variable fan speeds. Maintenance is a breeze thanks to the dishwasher-safe aluminum grease filters. The reversible motor box provides installation flexibility, making it a sophisticated and practical addition to any modern kitchen.
$1330.99
Owner Satisfaction
3.4
/ 5
Category Rank
942
/ 944
#942 in Range Hoods
Price vs Category Average
-47%
Below average
Width
36.0
/ inches
Who it's for
- Seamless Kitchen Design
- All-in-One Installation
- Ideal for Island Cooktops
Who should skip it
- Limited Capture Efficiency
- Loss of Cabinet Storage
- Increased Operating Noise
Key Specs
Width
36.0 inches
Height
28.5 inches
Depth
12.125 inches
Airflow
585 CFM
Fan Speeds
3
Noise Level
7.9 sones
Material
Stainless Steel
Control Type
Touch Control
Features
- Retracts flush with cooktop when not in use
- 14-inch rise for superior capture
- Touch-activated variable speed control
- Powerful interior centrifugal blower
- Dishwasher-safe aluminum filters
- Reversible motor box for flexible installation
- Quiet operation
- Auto-off function when retracted
What customers say
This downdraft system excels in design, offering a sleek, low profile perfect for island installations where overhead ventilation is impossible. Customers value how seamlessly it integrates into modern kitchens. However, performance is a significant trade-off. While adequate for front burners, suction power often proves insufficient for heavy cooking or rear burners. A major drawback is the noise level; the motor is frequently described as excessively loud, disrupting conversation on higher settings. Long term reliability of the retraction mechanism also raises user concerns. Ultimately, this unit is chosen for its superior aesthetics, accepting compromises in quiet operation and peak ventilation power.
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