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Viking 5 Series - 42 inches - Externally Vented - Wall Range Hood - Bywater Blue

Model: VWH542481BW
SKU: 6390980
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  • Key Specs
    • Color Finish: Blue
    • Product Height: 18 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 41 7/8 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 24 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Vent Type: Ducted
    • Vent Style: External (External vents pull air from the room and move it directly outside through a dedicated duct system. Recirculating vents pull the air through a filter so that it can be cleaned before being recycled back into the room. Convertible vents can be reconfigured from external ventilation to recirculating via installation of certain parts.)
  • General
    • Brand: Viking
    • Model Number: VWH542481BW
    • Product Name: Professional 5 Series 42" Externally Vented Range Hood
    • Color: Bywater Blue
    • Color Finish: Blue
    • Vendor Collection: Viking 5 Series (Part of a line of different product types, like kitchen appliances.)
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 18 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Minimum Installation Height Above Cooktop: 30 inches
    • Product Width: 41 7/8 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 24 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Standardized Width: 42 inches (An approximated measurement (exact width may differ slightly) determined by the manufacturer in accordance with industry standards. Standardized sizes are intended to assist consumers when purchasing appliances and planning for installation.)
    • Product Weight: 76.0 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Features
    • Vent Type: Ducted
    • Vent Style: External (External vents pull air from the room and move it directly outside through a dedicated duct system. Recirculating vents pull the air through a filter so that it can be cleaned before being recycled back into the room. Convertible vents can be reconfigured from external ventilation to recirculating via installation of certain parts.)
    • Range Hood Type: Wall
    • Temperature Sensor: true (Integrated sensor adjusts ventilation power as needed to accommodate high temperatures.)
    • Integrated Light(s): true
    • Bulb Type Required: LED
    • Bulb(s) Included: true
  • Filter Info
    • Filter Material: Other
    • Dishwasher-Safe Filter: true
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 2 years
    • Warranty - Labor: 2 years
  • Other
    • UPC: 800284033806

Remove odors and smoke from your kitchen with this 42-inch Viking Professional 5 Series wall hood. The heat lamps help keep cooked food warm until you're ready to serve, while the adjustable LEDs provide bright light around your cooktop. This Viking Professional 5 Series wall hood has a built-in heat sensor that automatically adjusts the ventilator speed as temperatures rise.

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  • Variable-speed fan: Can be easily adjusted to accommodate current exhaust needs.
  • LED light shines down on the cooktop: To illuminate your workspace.
  • Bywater blue finish: Offers a stylish look.
  • Designed to fit standard 7" round ductwork: For ease of installation.
  • Variable-speed fan: Can be easily adjusted to accommodate current exhaust needs.
  • LED light shines down on the cooktop: To illuminate your workspace.
  • Bywater blue finish: Offers a stylish look.
  • Designed to fit standard 7" round ductwork: For ease of installation.
Whats Included
  • Viking Professional 5 Series 42" Externally Vented Range Hood
  • Viking Professional 5 Series 42" Externally Vented Range Hood

Q: How long is the warranty period for this range hood?

A: The warranty period for this Viking range hood is two years for all parts and five years for the ventilation motor. The warranty covers defects in materials or workmanship under normal residential use.

Q: What is the purpose of the heat lamps on this range hood?

A: The heat lamps on the Viking Professional 5 Series 42" Externally Vented Range Hood serve to keep cooked food warm until it is ready to be served. They emit infrared heat, which helps maintain the temperature of the food without overcooking it.

Q: What is the minimum height above the cooktop that this range hood must be installed?

A: The minimum height above the cooktop that the Viking Professional 5 Series 42" Externally Vented Range Hood must be installed is 30 inches, as specified in the product specifications.

Q: Can I adjust the fan speed on this range hood?

A: Yes, the fan speed on this range hood can be adjusted. The blower speed knob can be turned clockwise to increase the speed and counterclockwise to decrease the speed. There are five speed settings, with 0 being off, 1 being the lowest speed, and 5 being the highest speed.

Q: How does the heat sensor on this range hood adjust the ventilator speed?

A: The heat sensor on the Viking Professional 5 Series 42" Externally Vented Range Hood automatically adjusts the ventilator speed as temperatures rise. When the heat sensor detects an increase in temperature, it signals the ventilator to increase its speed to remove the excess heat and maintain a comfortable cooking environment.

Q: What size ductwork do I need for this range hood?

A: The Professional 5 Series 42" Externally Vented Range Hood by Viking is designed to fit standard 7" round ductwork for ease of installation.

Q: What kind of lighting does this range hood use?

A: This Viking Professional 5 Series wall hood uses 8-watt LED lights located in the front of the hood for illumination. Additionally, it also features 50-watt halogen lights that can be dimmed to adjust the brightness level.

Q: What material is the filter made of in this range hood?

A: The filter material in the Professional 5 Series 42" Externally Vented Range Hood by Viking is "Other".