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Chef 60cm Stainless Steel Slideout Rangehood Reduced from $369 to $114 at The Good Guys (2yr Warranty)

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Was looking for a cheap rangehood after our last one died the other night and found this at the Goodguys.
Reduced from $369 to $114.
Masters sell it for $229 (however they refused to pricematch), so it seemed a reasonable offer.
Comes with 2yr warranty as standard.
Features:
2 x Fans.
2 x Filters.
Noise level dBa (high) - 66.
Noise level dBa (low) - 59.
Recirculation - front or through cabinetry.
Top duct hole.
Note: front facia panel is 70mm high which may be too big for some kitchen unit designs.

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  • Ta op, i have an old extraction fan on the ceiling.. And would want this installed, how do i go about this?? How can i cover the hole??

    • Probably get a flue kit from masters or bunnings. Though I got someone to install mine for me.

      • +2

        Thanks Op, do you know what is a typical installation cost for these.

        • +5

          Not OP but around $100 for basic installation or up to $250 to get it ducted outside.

          Also, I wouldnt recommend these cheap ones if you do a lot of frying/ asian cooking.
          The motor isn't separately housed so oil will get into the motor, which kills the rangehood.
          And the thick filters aren't easy to clean, and really reduces the suction power

        • +2

          @cpho: Agreed I bought a delonghi debeta60 during the last eBay click sale for about $450 from the good guys. It's suction power is apparently 1000sqm vs this which is 400sqm. It cost me $200 to get it ducted out of the side of house. The flue kit was $75 from masters.

        • @Kaboda:

          is it ducted through a side wall or through the roof?

        • @pash81: I ducted mine through the side wall and through to the back of house. As I am staying in a town house. Happy to provide you some photos if you want?

        • @Kaboda:

          does the outside duct have to be undercover or can you just duct through a sidewall of a house?

        • @pash81: Mine was through the side wall. Masters and Bunnings have a flue kit that has all you need just need to get the right dimensions from the exhaust outlet.

        • +1

          @cpho: I have this current unit installed at my new house and I do a lot of asian cooking, but would like to have it ducted outside (as it currently just flows around the top cavity of the house apparently). Which trade is actually qualified to flue it to outside air, and is there a preference on whether it should go through the side wall or above the roof?

        • @shopping4love: If you can in my opinion it's better to go through the roof. Mine was installed by the rental managements general tradie. Through the side of the house there is still a chance smells could still linger around, and if we don't shut the windows upstairs then it travels upstairs. Not sure what else we can do in a townhouse though that we are renting. Still its much much better than re circulation, having the smoke alarm go off and smells in your bedroom.

          Check out the Delonghi Debeta60. I choose it because of the suction power though there are reviews that complain about its reliablity, and its noisy.

        • @cpho: ido i need an electrician or just a handyman to install the rangehood?

        • @fritzsticker: Don't need a sparkie if there is an existing power plug there. If you do you need on power point for the rangehood.

        • @Kaboda: wow that was the quickest reply that i got..

        • @Kaboda: thanks Kaboda! I would like it to go through the roof, however I am afraid of the tradie doing a dodgy job and not sealing it all up properly, which will then lead to internal leakages from rain. Just unsure of which tradesperson would be best, and what the charges would be. I have a steel framed house so apparently it is more difficult getting across the roof cavity compared to a normal timber house… so many aspects to consider…

        • @shopping4love: To be honest through the side wall has worked for us don't get me wrong it's 100 times better than the rubbish recirculation we had before. Just bare in mind shutting your upstairs windows and getting a higher extracting rangehood. If your in the Melbourne area I can recommend the guy we used.

        • Im pertty sure ducting into the roof is illegal in many places as you fill your roof space with flammable material over time.

        • @shopping4love: As long as no work is done around electricity or the actual construction of the home, a handyman should be able to do it, but definitely check if they have experience with rangehoods. Its actually a lot harder than it looks.

          I also noticed you're in Adelaide too. I have a family member who specialises in rangehoods. If you're interested, send me a PM and I can give you contact details.

          In terms of roof vs wall, definately roof, otherwise it'll stink up wherever you exhaust it out to. Plus for these crappier cheaper models, a lot of oil isn't caught by the filters so that will get blown out too.

      • sorry bit off topic but related…in a small apartment kitchen is it normal to have the range hood duct to simply hide inside the kitchen cabinet (above the rangehood) and hence all the smoke is sucked into the cabinet/wall cavity? (versus out the window?)

        • Depends on the apartment. I am guessing most are recirculation. You can always ask the apartment body corporate and they should know.

        • +1

          I'm in a townhouse and this is how mine is set up. I don't like it and it leads to buildup of oil/grease on the actual rangehood unit and the cupboards are also greasy.

        • @Kaboda: kaboda is right

        • unfortunately this is common for apartments because you have nowhere to duct it out to (unless your rangehood is against a wall which allows you to duct outside)

        • thanks all :)

        • @MJM: try the madam lush approach. You will need to follow links.http://blahblahmagazine.com.au/squeaky-clean-kitchen/

          As for ducking the best bet is to get it outside over the eaves eithor wall or roof. The pipes are hidden behind kitchen wall cupboards. If in the wall it comes through the back of the unit. If you have a think about it you may find a way to have cleaning ports so at some time you may be able to reduce grace build up.
          For my home we also installed a whirley bird from roof into kitchen over oven area. We have a open/close vent for winter. It works for us living in Toowoomba.

      • Double post

        • It's ok just went through the same process investigating all this. Good luck with it all pm if you want more info.

  • +1

    Don't forget extra cost of a sparky for a power point if none nearby.

  • +12

    At 400sqm useless must be at least 750 to suck enough out, Ive built 7 new houses and fund this out by trial and error.

    • +1

      That's what I was about to say!

    • WOW! you've built 7 houses? ur on the wrong website mate ;)

      • +1

        ummm, How do you think he could afford to build 7 houses? All the savings from OZBargain.

      • Yes over last 33 years have built and designed 7 new and renovated 3, just completed the last one in a record 6 weeks go to wo, only me, the good women and bunch of tradies, need to be organised though). Need to slow down now at my very senior age.

  • Why wouldn't Masters price match? Seems their price match policy is false advertising!

    • Why wouldn't Masters price match? Seems their price match policy is false advertising!

      Probably because like most prices match offers they won't sell if it's below cost. At least Masters are pretty good with the offer whereas Bunnings will rarely price match like recently they refused to match Masters selling Merbau decking for under $4 because it came from a different supplier!

      • Although I hate to incite "fair trading rules" but…..
        Their price match guarantee doesn't state anything to do with buy prices so they should do it!
        https://www.masters.com.au/diy-projects-ideas/support-help/m…
        Or call them out on false advertising
        Same with the other hardware chain:
        https://www.bunnings.com.au/price-guarantee

        • +1

          Although I hate to incite "fair trading rules" but…..
          Their price match guarantee doesn't state anything to do with buy prices so they should do it!

          From the good guys listing…

          2 x Fans. 2 x Filters. Recirculation - front or through cabinetry. Front recirculation requires fascia to be replaced.Clearance

          Note the word clearance and look at the Masters conditions….

          Products for price promise must be identical items and in stock, excludes trade quotes, commercial quantities and stock liquidations.

          Masters like most will not price match clearance or liquidation items.

  • Can anyone comment on the Aldi rangehood on sale next week? How would it compare to this one?

    https://www.aldi.com.au/en/special-buys/special-buys-wed-10-…

    there is no details on fan pulling power for the Aldi Sterling… I like the slide feature of the Chef. Rangehoods can get in the way. Aldi has better aesthetic design. Aldi has better warranty also.

    • Yes saw that on the new catalogue.. Has anyone tried the aldi ones before?

  • +1

    Have a look at https://electroseconds.com.au/cooking-appliances/rangehoods/

    They are owned by Winning Appliances (which also owns Appliances Online). All ex-Display or units with minor cosmetic damage are sent to this place. You can often get steep discounts for units with have a minor scratch or dent.

    As for rangehoods, you'll want to get a powerful one, anything less than 700sqm is next to useless.

    If you're looking for a slide-out, get something like this: https://electroseconds.com.au/cooking-appliance/cooking/omeg… (It's a bit old-fashioned in design, but at that price you can't go wrong with it's functionality)

    • isnt it meter cubed (m3) instead of sq meter? so 700m3. Volume not area.

      • +1

        Yes you're right, in my haste I was just copying a comment from above. m^3 it is

        • Ok great. was just checking not trying to point out faults. was confused for a min if you were referring to room area.

  • A bit off topic but can someone recommend a cleaning agent( something that doesn't require too much effort) to clean the slash back wall and the range hood as mine one is filthy with grease build up because the old Tennant was too lazy to clean it.

    • +1

      i'm told this is what they use in commercial kitchens. Scrap off as much as you can first before trying to clean it.
      http://www.whiteley.com.au/our-products/resolve-1

      Resolve is an alkaline detergent designed for use as a general purpose cleaner, degreaser and sanitiser. Resolve is approved for use in registered food preparation establishments.

      • +2

        I tried sugar soap and it did a decent job than ajax

    • +1

      I use Nifti. Use a nylon scourer sponge to agitate into the muck. Go gentle on painted surface otherwise you will polish the low sheen of the paint. I use a microfiber carwash mitt to wipe and rinse the surface clean.

  • +3

    I had mine done in a townhouse. Couldn't vent through roof but went sideways.
    We had an ikea recirc one with the kitchen, brand new which -did nothing-.
    Seriously it caused more harm than good by sucking the oil fumes higher up to the ceiling. Yes it reduced the smoke and oil, but any that was missed was even harder to clean.

    When i left it OFF, the oil would just hit the exhaust chassis, and easier to access surroundings, which was preferable lol.

    I highly recommend you guys look at alternative brands such as Meiya or pacifickitchenlife.
    They are medium priced 500-700 but imo perform as well as the 1k+ plus major brands. Mine was around 700 with the led light options. http://www.meiya.com.au/ax-series.html

    It is filterless and the oil drip tray is very easy to clean. I believe the fan etc are easily removable and most can even be dropped into the dishwasher!

    If you cook alot of stir frys etc its amazing. Apparently most aussies don't like them because they arent pretty - true. But hey, I actually use my kitchen to cook.

    If i had an investment property, I would definitely get one of these installed.

    • +1 for Meiya and Pacific.
      Definitely the best two brands out on the market. We got the TM model for around $800, and it's been going strong for almost 15 years. Better than buying and installing a disposable one every couple years.

      THe cheap recirc ones literally do nothing except blow the smell of oil around your kitchen.

    • Wish I read this about a month ago.

  • -2

    What reasonable person expects a rangehood to last only 2 years?

    • What reasonable person expects a rangehood to last only 2 years?

      What does this have to do with the deal? And what does the voluntary warranty have to do with anything?

      Should a $100 rangehood last longer then two years?
      Should a $1000 rangehood last longer then two years?
      It depends. Read the ACL so you actually understand what it's about.

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