Name: 36" Retractable Downdraft System, 600 CFM
Brand: KitchenAid
SKU: KXD4636YSS
Price: 1899.99 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.38 (226 reviews)

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.

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.

13.5" Rise

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

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.

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.

Additional Features

4-Speed Slide Control

Makes it easy to select and adjust fan speed depending on your ventilation requirements.

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.

Rated 1 out of 5 by Chris1694 from Not worth the money We have had this unit for about 2 years and it has been nothing but trouble. The pop-up only rose all the way for about 6 months and the on-off switch which starts the raising or lowering of the unit no longer turns the fan off when it lowers. The company we bought it from replaced several parts and the unit worked ok, it seldom would not raise or lower all the way without help and the on-off button would randomly shut the fan off, for another 8 months but since then the unit never raises or lowers without help and the on-off switch never shuts the fan off.

Date published: 2017-10-23

Rated 1 out of 5 by Hollyj from Very, very expensive repairs! 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.

Date published: 2018-03-27

Rated 1 out of 5 by Dad Rick from Daughters home. fan won't stay up 3 yrs old ( almost ) Kitchenaide 1-800-807-6777 sent out technician March 26. cost $150 . Was told motor arm isn't working. Parts $600.00 plus labour. Extra if other problems. Told $1300 + $600.00 labour to replace to new. Was also told fans were averaging 4 yrs. The stove is installed in a island with no wall areas, so it's not like you can just go to a different style. This does not add up. miss informed or? My son has all Kitchenaid very happy. In next month we will be replacing all kitchen appliances. Like kitchenaide . except retractable downdraft. Daughter is having a tough time with this one.

Date published: 2019-04-09

Rated 1 out of 5 by Disconcerted from Ridiculous Design We installed our unit as part of a complete kitchen renovation. Cabinetry was custom designed to accommodate the unit and it has functioned as expected until recently. The problem we now have is that when a filter was removed for regular cleaning, the vent lowered to its closed position. There is no way to get the vent up again, as the switch won't operate without filters in place. It's absolutely ridiculous that the unit could lower without a filter when it is not designed to rise without one. I called Kitchenaid and they sent a local repair tech out but he said he's had very little experience with them and didn't know of a way to get it to rise without the filter in it; I now need to have it removed from the cabinet. I like the way it works, the way it looks, the way it performs but none of that matters if it can't be used and is not cost effective due to repairs.

Date published: 2019-03-14

Rated 5 out of 5 by Bar23 from Great Product This downdraft fan is excellent and so easy to use. It stores out of site when not needed and comes up easily when needed. It has great amount of power to suck the steam into it instead of the air. Then is hidden when not needed.

Date published: 2021-10-12

Rated 5 out of 5 by WandaCooks from Powerful. Sleek. Elegant. We bought this retractable downdraft to accommodate our kitchen design. We have had this about a month and we could not be more pleased. The operation is both efficient at removing vapour and easy to clean. Sleek design allows this unit to “disappear” with the counter top. The fan will also retract while running and resumed that same fan speed when returning to operation. We have all KitchenAid small appliances and tools and love them also . The phrase “KitchenAid- for the way it’s made” is always on the tip of my tongue when I use this fan !!!!

Date published: 2020-03-21

Rated 2 out of 5 by Russ from up down button faulty We bought this unit one and a half years a go, but was only installed about ten months ago. We have used the unit very little. Recently the button to raise the unit, you have to hold it down so the unit can be raised, and if you let go unit goes back down. 1500.00$ down the drain. I have not contacted anyone about it because i know that they will go by the one year garanty. Looks great, but now useless.

Date published: 2014-11-27

Rated 5 out of 5 by PM29 from New Retractable downdraft fan I bought this to replace A Miele downdraft system that stopped working… The service technician recommended The KitchenAid over a new Miele, which saved us approximately $6000… While it’s a little louder, it was way easier to install much better design so far we’re very happy

Date published: 2025-02-16

Rated 3 out of 5 by Devern from A suitable downdraft solution with some caveats The product has been in service for over 1 year now, and it has done its job with few exceptions. The downdraft system is roughly as loud as any other range, so that is within expectations. There are three (3) issues which prevent a 5 star rating: 1. The cover piece does not overhang over the back of the unit at all. This results in a potentially unsightly gap depending on the installation location and execution 2. The multi-position switch for fan speed is very cheap, and may be arcing in my unit. Regardless of defect, it takes more effort than is necessary to achieve the desired outcome 3. When extended at full height, the unit leans forward toward the stovetop slightly. While no function is impaired, I would have expected better/sturdier for the price point and from this brand.

Date published: 2024-09-25

Rated 2 out of 5 by houdi20 from Soo massive Instruction manual tells the blower can be on the exterior of the fan While reading twice , i saw that the manual was the same for 3 differents products Mine wasnt officially compatible with sais fonction

Date published: 2020-07-03

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