KitchenAid - 36" Retractable Downdraft Ventilation System

3.7 | 96 Reviews

36" Retractable Downdraft Ventilation System

Name: 36" Retractable Downdraft Ventilation System
Brand: KitchenAid
Price: 1629.99 USD
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Rating: 3.7 (96 reviews)

KitchenAid KXD4636YSS

Features

13.5" rise enhances capture above cooktop for effective venting
This retractable downdraft vent rises 13.5 inches to help filter steam and remains flush with the cooking surface when not in use.
Powerful ventilation system helps capture smoke, grease and odors.
65,000 BTU Rating compatible with most 36 or 30-inch cooktops

Quick Specs

Type: Hood
Style: Ducted
Width: 33"
Height: 28.5"
Depth: 12.125"
Energy Star Rated: No

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13.5" Rise

Enhances overall capture above the cooktop
for more effective venting, particularly over tall stockpots.

36" Retractable Downdraft System

This 36-inch retractable downdraft vent rises 13.5 inches to help filter steam from tall stockpots, and remains flush with the cooking surface when not in use. The 585 CFM Motor Class ventilation system has the power to provide effective venting for most cooktops. The vent system is reversible to help fit in the cabinet space under the vent.

585 CFM Motor Class Ventilation System

Helps capture smoke, grease and odors from the cooking surface below for everything from simmering to high temperature cooking techniques like pan searing and stir-frying so you can experiment with confidence.

65,000 BTU Rating

Allows for installation above most 36 or 30-inch cooktops, including some commercial-style cooking surfaces.

Mesh Filters

Help keep the kitchen environment fresh and also provide proper filtration of grease and odors to help reduce contact with ceilings and countertops.

Retractable Downdraft Design

Provides a sleek, integrated ventilation solution by remaining flush with the countertop until needed, then rising high above the cooktop surface when turned on.

13.5" Rise Enhances overall capture above the cooktop
for more effective venting, particularly over tall stockpots.

36" Retractable Downdraft System This 36-inch retractable downdraft vent rises 13.5 inches to help filter steam from tall stockpots, and remains flush with the cooking surface when not in use. The 585 CFM Motor Class ventilation system has the power to provide effective venting for most cooktops. The vent system is reversible to help fit in the cabinet space under the vent.

4-Speed Slide Control Makes it easy to select and adjust fan speed depending on your ventilation requirements.

585 CFM Motor Class Ventilation System Helps capture smoke, grease and odors from the cooking surface below for everything from simmering to high temperature cooking techniques like pan searing and stir-frying so you can experiment with confidence.

65,000 BTU Rating Allows for installation above most 36 or 30-inch cooktops, including some commercial-style cooking surfaces.

Mesh Filters Help keep the kitchen environment fresh and also provide proper filtration of grease and odors to help reduce contact with ceilings and countertops.

Retractable Downdraft Design Provides a sleek, integrated ventilation solution by remaining flush with the countertop until needed, then rising high above the cooktop surface when turned on.

Reversible Motor Box Lets you create versatile installation options by allowing the motor box to be installed on either side of the downdraft to free up the space beneath the cooking surface.

Features

13.5" rise enhances capture above cooktop for effective venting
This retractable downdraft vent rises 13.5 inches to help filter steam and remains flush with the cooking surface when not in use.
Powerful ventilation system helps capture smoke, grease and odors.
65,000 BTU Rating compatible with most 36 or 30-inch cooktops
Mesh filters help keep the kitchen environment fresh
Retractable design stays flush with cooking surface until needed

Certifications
Prop65	Standard
Dimensions
Carton Depth	39.5
Carton Height	21
Carton Width	35
Gross Weight	100
Net Weight	0

Quick Specs

Appearance
Type: Hood
Style: Ducted
Dimensions
Width: 33"
Height: 28.5"
Depth: 12.125"
Features
Energy Star Rated: No

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3.7 out of 5

69% of reviewers recommend this product.

Great suction

Carolina11 11/28/2019

I move into a house with old appliances and after a detailed search I found this downdraft, I cannot be more happy with the choice I did
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Works Okay. Whirlpool Branded Unit Worked Better

LouisS 9/19/2019

Sorry to say it since I believe both units are the same with different brand names. But, our prior unit worked better. This one requires frequent lubrication to complete it's travel on the up-cycle. Other than that it works well.
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Wasn't sure how I would feel about this....

Gwenifer 8/9/2019

So I watch a lot of home improvement shows, and I keep seeing episodes of Property Brothers where they go into the "before" house and these pop-up downdraft systems are talked about as being real pains in the butt and something that will be replaced. Then they do the remodel and they move the stove to a more traditional location with a hood. During the build phase of our custom home I changed the location of the cooktop probably 5 times. Under the window, on the island, then back to the window...finally our builder said "make a final decision - we need the gas and water lines installed." So it remained in the island. We're in an area that does not require a range hood, which is good because there was no way I was going to have a range hood in the middle of my island! Talk about disrupting my beautiful open concept design. The appliance store recommended the downdraft as an option, again not required, and after doing some research my husband decided he wanted it. I honestly didn't care on way or the other. It's fine. It does what it's supposed to do. But it's loud. The KitchenAid dishwasher makes not a sound but this thing drowns out the TV and any conversation. I use it if I've got more than just one pot on the stove but I use it and put it back down pretty quick.
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A good update over older models

Terry1211 8/8/2019

Very y good appearance with retractable features. Not too much noise. Easy to operate.
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Finkelnburg family

Karlos 7/25/2019

The installation went smoothly and the unit looks great. We haven't had time to use it yet- still putting the kitchen back together!
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Working Great!

ScottDIY 6/22/2019

This was a replacement for a Viking Downdraft that died after about 10 years of infrequent use. This new unit was the the closest match to the existing opening in the granite countertop. It still took some work, not a drop and go. BUT, the location of the gas line and vent in my house wouldn't allow the blower to be on the stove side. FORTUNATELY, the KitchenAid came equipped with the parts needed to mount it on the opposite side and three options for where the blower would vent. So it allowed me to make the cabinet adjustments to pull this off. Once i made the cabinet mods, it worked immediately. Perfectly. Instructions were not great, in fact, darn right bad. But enough information I could make enough sense to figure it out. My only complaint is that on some of the sheet screws, the manuf overtightened and stripped the hole. So I have a few screws that really don't secure a couple locations perfectly. So i had to use metal tape to make sure it created a tight seam and air didn't blow out.
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Cleans so easy!!

alanL. 6/21/2019

We replace our prior 23 year old Thermidor cooktop with this. This updated cooktop cleans so much more easily. Easy peasy!! As usual it has all the convenience of the Thermidor brand and we assume the reliability we have always experienced before.
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Great features!

ccamposva 6/17/2019

We love our new downdraft exhaust. It looks great and works amazing.
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Worked great for a few months, flawed design

Efrem 6/12/2019

Unit works fairly well, but has a horrendous design flaw. If the filters are removed, the unit closes when the button is pressed, but then it doesnt come back up. You have to call and pay service man to dismantle the entire unit. KA is not worth it - pay a little more go with a better brand. Their customer service was as unreliable as their product.
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No, I do not recommend this product

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CROCKER 5/1/2019

Awesome! Love how the panels come out to wash and can be placed in dishwasher
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Poor Quality

SICG 4/22/2019

Same issues as mentioned in other reviews. Had this downdraft for 2 years. Multiple repair visits. It does not go up all the way, squeaks up and down. Has to be pulled out manually. Button broke couple of times. Doesn't work for couple of months at a time without breaking down. DO NOT BUY.
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Denco49 2/21/2019

I bought a Black Stainless Kitchen from Bray and Scarf and I am very happy except one thing. The downdraft pop up vent (KXD4636YSS) cover is stainless steel. On your website under additional features it says it comes in colors to match counter tops and other appliances etc. I called your 800 number and was told it only comes in Stainless. Is your customer service rep correct or is the website.
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36 inch retractable downdraft system, 600 CFM

Nira 1/18/2019

Only using a few weeks but this is a good downdraft that opens and closes easily. Looks great in my new island!
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Great Features

lgarcia 12/28/2018

We had a different type downdraft before house was remodeled but much prefer this style now.
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Customer service fail

Matt B. 11/28/2018

I bought a telescoping downdraft three years ago. I admit that I did not purchase the extended warranty. Honestly, I figured it would be at least five years before anything went wrong. Mistake number one I guess. My wife had the vent raised in order to remove the filters and clean them. While she cleaned them, it decided to retract on its own. Now it won't come back up. No where in the manual under vent system care or troubleshooting does it mention an issue or fix for this. MIstake number two is believing that manufacturers want to do the right thing. It's easier I guess to stick to black and white procedures(one year manufacturer's warranty). Such as, charge me for a trip, and I'm assuming labor to simply get the thing back up to reinstall the filters. Apparently there is a microswitch(that word should scare you) that has to depressed by the filters for the unit to work. All seems so ridiculous. Sorry, not sorry for the long rant.
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Yes, I recommend this product

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Exceptional capacity!

Ronvon76 10/11/2018

This unit has the ability to pull all the unwanted odors from the same size cooktop.
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avocado man 5/5/2018

I bought this from a SEARS OUTLET in Miami for a good price. When trying to install it, we found out there were problems, resulting in a few service calls to the a technician who came to work on it and got it working. The problem we now have is that it won't stay in the 'up' position. It rises while pressing the button and then when it gets to the top it just drops back down again. From doing some research, this model seems to have issues with the 'arm', gears, and limit switches. I do agree with several others that have written reviews that the design is excellent, the look is clean and neat, it has a higher rise than most, and with all stainless filters, you can put them in the dishwasher. Another problem is that when you remove the filters, there is no way to 'lock' the vent in the 'up' position. So, when it drops, due to pulling out the filters, there is no way to get the vent up again, as the switch won't operate without filters in place.
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Very, very expensive repairs!

Hollyj 3/27/2018

We have spent almost $3000.00 on REPAIRS in the 7 years we've had this fan! If even the smallest amount of liquid boils over, the electronic circuitry blows and and needs to be replaced. It's boiled over 4 times and each repair is $700.00+. Our 10 ft granite island was custom cut to accommodate this fan. Our installers insist they followed the manufacturer's specifications.
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Nice but doen't raise up

novastuff 3/9/2018

We like the retractable vent system; however, the vent won't go up. The filter popped out after cleaning as the unit was going down. Now I can't raise the vent to put the filter back in. Electricity is going to the system. The manual says the system won't work without the filter engaging a microswitch and I can't raise it to put the filter back in.
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Great looking

Lin8844 3/2/2018

Did not want a big vent hood to look thru love the sleek look of it
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Stevemac 2/10/2018

We purchased this unit when we remodeled our kitchen to avoid having a hood above the center island where our cooktop is located. The vent normally works decently but usually it won't exhaust smoke from cooking unless you're using the back burners. Unfortunately, we've also used in under a dozen times and now it won't retract. It's only a few months old so hopefully it will be an easy fix. Does not instill confidence at this point!
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Beautiful design!

Jets kitchen 1/29/2018

This is by far the cleanest looking downdraft system on the market, looked at many different brands and quickly found out the best bang for you buck!
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Great features

Shah60 1/29/2018

Bought this a month ago & love the product, blends well in my complete new kitchen, love the kitchen aid products. Was disappointed when the product was delivered, since we had received used parts & paid for a new product, it now meant that I would have to re hire my maintenance guy to come out again to install the product. Cost ws higher than expected, ABT did not help out here.
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Great performance and easy to use

DavidNoa 12/15/2017

Bought this with a new cook top and blends and works seamlessly with each other.
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7/12/2017

Love the KitchenAid downdraft. For 30 years I have had an upper cabinet blocking the view to my family room. With the remodel I didn't want a range hood hanging down so we discovered the downdraft system. What a blessing. Press a button and it pops up and starts removing the steam from the cooktop. What a wonderful discovery! So glad we found it.
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good one

7/2/2017

excellent down draft.
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7/2/2017

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Great features. Easy to operate. Excellent suction.

6/21/2017

Very happy with the product. Excellent suction. Looks pretty. Perfect for daily use. Easy to clean too!
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Looks great but....

6/11/2017

So we purchased this brand new and have used it, not everyday, but for the past 4-6 weeks. We're trying to be good by keeping the filters clean. The last time we took them out, the downdraft descended on its own. No where in the manual does it tell you how to troubleshoot an occurence like that. We called kitchenaid and they sent out a technician. He tried all he could by checking the breaker, and unplugged the unit to get it ro reset. Nothing happened. He in turn ordered a bunch of parts in anticipation of replacing. This was on Saturday, we're waiting for the parts to come in. Like I stated earlier, this was brand new. This shouldn't be happening already. If anything, I should be thrilled it's still under warranty. I hope whatever the technician does, we will never have issues again for at least 10 years!
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5/14/2017

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Looks great. Quiet ,

5/14/2017

Bought about month ago. So far we like it
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Nice Looking unit

3/22/2017

The draft is very weak for such a large unit. Everything operates well it just does not remove steam or smoke while cooking
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No, I do not recommend this product

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2/14/2017

A definite improvement over my 26 year old builder-installed KitchenAid downdraft system. Sleek looks and MUCH quieter. Not sure any of these downdraft systems are a true replacement for actual vent hoods, but given my kitchen configuration it's all I can have.
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