People's cooking habits vary, but getting rid of airborne contaminants and odours that are lingering in your cooking area is important for everyone. Whether it is bacteria from cooking meat or fish, or just grease and oil from frying food, it is important for everyone to have efficient ventilation in their kitchen.

Can I install a Cyclone range hood myself?

Installing a Cyclone Range hood is fairly straightforward and each machine does come with detailed installation instructions.  However, installing a range hood on ones own is not recommended for those who are novices in electrical or handy work.

What is the minimum mount height between range top to hood bottom?

Minimum mount height between range top t hood bottom should be no less than 28". The maximum mount height should be no more than 36". The hood must be installed at the correct mounting height. Hoods mounted too low could result in heat damage. Hoods mounted too high, on the other hand, will be less effective and performance will suffer.

What is the difference between an under-mount and a canopy range hood?

An under-mount range hood fits underneath the cabinetry, secured to the bottom of the lower shelf. The ductwork is hidden by the cabinetry and vents through the shelves and to outside of the house. A canopy range hood is secured to the wall above the stove, and has a large venting shaft that extends upwards into the ceiling. There is no cabinetry as the canopy hood takes up all the space above it.

How can I tell the relatives power of a range hood?

The power of a range hood is measured by how many cubic-fee-per-minutes (CFM) of air the machine can draw.

What is the difference between a round and a rectangular opening?

The difference is simply whether the venting hole on the top of the range hood is round or rectangular, to fit with the ductwork and perhaps the pre-cut round or rectangular hole in the cabinetry. Also, Cyclone range hoods with a rectangular opening have an optional opening in the back of the machine that can be popped open to vent directly out the back, as required in some homes.

What type of things should I look for in a range hood?

There are many factors to consider when purchasing a range hood. The power, i.e. the amount of cubic-feet-per-minutes CFM) that the machine can draw is very important along with the relative noise level. The style, colour, material, and overall aesthetics of the fan should be considered, as should the functionality of the fan, such as whether or not it requires a filter. The specific features that a particular fan boasts are important as well such as the warranty, digital control panels, the number of fan speeds, and self-cleaning features.

How do I clean and maintain my Cyclone range hood?

To clean and maintain a Cyclone range hood there are a number of options. First, you can spray a mixture of dishwasher soap and water into the fan blades while the machine is running. The soapy water will run the same path through the machine as the grease, effectively cleaning all of its internal components, and be dispensed in the grease traps for convenient disposal. Second, and most effective, it to manually take the machine apart and thoroughly clean each part by hand. As for the exterior of the machine it is as simple as wiping the surface areas with a damp clothe, buffing it to a nice shine.

What makes Cyclone range hoods different?

Cyclone's range hoods are different because they are completely filter-less, with Teflon-coated fan blades that separate grease from the airflow and deposit it into plastic grease traps located on the outside of the machine for convenient hassle-free disposal. Also our under-mount range hoods are far more powerful than average with 680 CFM of drawing power. Cyclone is the sole manufacturer and wholesaler of every product that bears our name, allowing us to offer prices unparalleled in value.

What is the difference between filter and non-filter range hoods?

Filter range hoods have a tightly coiled mesh filter that traps grease and oil, but reduces the fans power. Also the grease and dirt builds up and the filter becomes smelly and ineffective until replaced. Charcoal filters recycle the air rather than having it vented outside of the house, and are much less effective and powerful than both filter-less range hoods and those with mesh filters.