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Broan 100HL Bathroom Fan, 100 CFM for 4" Ducts w/100W Max Incandescent Light (Not Included) & Heater - White
Brand | Broan-NuTone |
Color | White |
Electric fan design | Exhaust Fan |
Product Dimensions | 10.25"D x 16"W x 5.87"H |
Room Type | Bathroom |
Recommended Uses For Product | Lighting |
Material | Plastic |
Wattage | 1500 watts |
Finish Type | white |
Air Flow Capacity | 100 Cubic Feet Per Minute |
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About this item
- Heater/Fan/Light brings convenient, comforting warmth to your bathroom Quiet operation–2.0 sone, 100 CFM ventilation fan Quiet, high-output 1500-watt heater with exclusive directionally adjustable design 4" ducting for new construction or retrofit Requires a dedicated 20 amp circuit Fits in 2" x 6" ceiling construction Designed for easy installation–includes new hanger bars HVI Certified Multi-function wall switches sold separately Bright incandescent lighting, uses one 100-watt (max
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Noise level | 3.9 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 5.0 | 3.8 |
Easy to install | 3.7 | 4.0 | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.1 |
Value for money | 3.9 | — | 4.2 | 3.8 | 4.1 |
Sold By | — | Pattern Professional | Pattern Professional | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
air flow capacity | 100 cubic feet per minute | 110 cubic feet per minute | 110 cubic feet per minute | — | 70 cubic feet per minute |
material | Plastic | — | Plastic | Plastic, Metal | Plastic |
controller type | Button Control | Button Control | Button Control | Button Control | Button Control |
mounting type | Ceiling Mount | — | Wall Mount | Wall | Ceiling Mount |
collection | Bathroom | Bathroom | — | — | Bathroom,Home |
wattage | 1500 watts | 1600 watts | 10 watts | 0 watts | 100 watts |
voltage | 120 volts | 120 volts | 120 volts | — | — |
blade length | — | 4 inches | — | 4 inches | 4 inches |
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From the manufacturer
About BROAN Ventilation Fans:
BROAN offers stylish options to fit any situation, confidently meeting your needs in residential ventilation applications. Offering solutions to today’s green building requirements, or ultra-quiet operation for a comfortable environment.
BROAN 100HL Directionally-Adjustable Bath Fan with Heater and Incandescent Light
Whatever the application or need, BROAN has the solution.
You don’t need to heat the entire house to have a comfortable bathroom first thing in the morning. And it simply doesn’t make sense to wait for a central heating system to do what BROAN can do instantly.
BROAN’s 100HL Heater/Fan/Light provides powerful heating, light, and ventilation at the touch of a switch. And with the 360-degree directionally-adjustable heat outlet, heat ends up exactly where it’s needed.
Efficient Operation:
Heater/Fan/Light brings convenient, comforting warmth to your bathroom. Quiet operation – 2.0 sone, 100 CFM. Quiet, high-output 1500-watt heater with exclusive directionally adjustable design.
Easy Installation:
Includes new hanger bars. Designed for bathrooms up to 90-square-feet. 4-Inch ducting for new construction or retrofit. Minimum construction space required: 2 x 6-inches. Requires a dedicated 20-amp circuit. White polymeric grille finish. Dimensions: 17-1/2-inch length, 11-1/2-inch width, 5-7/8-inch height. Weighs 15.6-pounds.
Specifications:
- 2.0-Sone, 100-CFM ventilation fan.
- Bright incandescent lighting, uses one 100-watt A19 bulb.
- Exclusive directionally adjustable design.
- High-output 1500-watt heater.
- Rated Amps: 14.5
- Rated Watts: 70.2
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Broan-NuTone residential ventilation products allow your home to exhale, eliminating odor and airborne particulates from your kitchen, bathrooms, closets, mud room, laundry room, work out space and more.
Poor indoor air quality can have a negative effect on your home. Replacing your bathroom fan, range hood or even installing a new fan in areas of your home can make a positive impact on your health.
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Brand | Broan-NuTone |
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Color | White |
Electric fan design | Exhaust Fan |
Product Dimensions | 10.25"D x 16"W x 5.87"H |
Room Type | Bathroom |
Recommended Uses For Product | Lighting |
Material | Plastic |
Wattage | 1500 watts |
Finish Type | white |
Air Flow Capacity | 100 Cubic Feet Per Minute |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Collection Name | Bathroom |
Item Weight | 16 Pounds |
Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
Specification Met | HVI |
Control Method | Touch |
Blade Material | Plastic |
Item Weight | 16 pounds |
Department | Home & Garden |
Manufacturer | Broan |
ASIN | B001E6LBRU |
Item model number | 100HL |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #405,879 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #810 in Household Ventilation Fans |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 12, 2008 |
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Product Description
The Broan 100HL is a ventilation fan with light and heater. With this model there is no need to heat the whole house in order to have a comfortable, warm bathroom in the morning. The Broan 100HL is designed to heat a bathroom instantly. This model is intended to provide powerful heating, ventilation, and light at the touch of a switch. Also, the heat ends up exactly where you need it thanks to 360deg; directionallyadjustable heat outlet. Broan makes the perfect ventilation fan with light and heater for every home, decor, and budget.
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Customers like the quality, ease of installation, brightness and appearance of the electric fan. They mention that it performs well, the instructions are complete and the plug in modules make the wiring an easy job. They are also happy with appearance. However, some customers differ on temperature, and noise.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the fan. They mention it's a great device that performs well, and the installation was easy enough. The fan noise is less and very acceptable, and it works much better than the old system. Overall, the item is excellent and works much more better than that of the old one.
"...The fan arrived in 3 days after I placed my order and is very well made...." Read more
"Edit: after over 3 years with this configuration, no issues at all. Great unit!..." Read more
"...The vent is directional, so you can turn it in the direction you do or don't want it...." Read more
"...Thankfully they are both working great in both bathrooms. They are a little oversized for the baths but thats what we wanted...." Read more
Customers find the installation of the fan relatively easy. They say the instructions are complete and the plug-in modules make the wiring an easy job. Customers also mention that the replacement and repair of the product is easy.
"...Installation was a snap thanks to another reviewer's note (MLG) about removing the fan motors from the "can"...." Read more
"...the issue with the heater was revealed prior to install and my repair was super easy...." Read more
"...Replacement was fairly easy...." Read more
"...But to replace an existing fan, it is very difficult...." Read more
Customers like the brightness of the fan. They say it has a good light, and it warms up the room. Customers also mention that the fan and light work just fine, and that it's convenient that it has one.
"...We're using a 65W equivalent CFL for energy savings, brightness, and much less heat than incandescent..." Read more
"...The light is a brighter than I expected and the exhaust fan does a good job...." Read more
"...Fan draws out odors quickly. Takes 100w bulb to provides welcome added lighting. Both heater and fan are exceptionally quiet...." Read more
"...Light is a little dim due to the covering over the light...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the fan. They mention that it looks and sounds great, and is an excellent fixture for their bathroom.
"...In closing I would recommend this for an excellent fixture for your bathroom." Read more
"...Looks great on the ceiling. I used a timer on the vent fan, which adds the convenience of turning it on and walking away from it...." Read more
"...It looks nice and wasn’t too horrible to install!" Read more
"Used in small 68 sq ft bathroom. Looked nice but lack of sufficient heat was a disappointment." Read more
Customers like the value of the fan. They mention it's a great item for the price, has good features, and is an excellent purchase. Some say the fan is a little pricey, but well worth it for older individuals who dread showering.
"...These Broan 100HL units were reasonably priced and advertised as operating at 2 sones...." Read more
"...The is very quite I would say it was worth the cost." Read more
"...We like it very much! Decently priced too as compared to some other brands, so that's equally great too!" Read more
"...No problems I would buy again if this one had problems. Great item for the price." Read more
Customers are mixed about the temperature of the fan. Some mention that the heat is excellent and can be directed, while others say that it stopped working or that the thermal fuse blew.
"...My bathroom is about 100 square feet and the heater does a good job boosting the temp in just a couple minutes...." Read more
"...you will see that this product is not the only one where the thermal fuse craps out--it just happens that 2 of 3 functions will continue on this fan..." Read more
"...There's no fog on the mirror, the heater is hot as soon as it's turned on, and the light is great...." Read more
"...Our room is small 6-1/2' x 7-1/2' feet and the heater gets the room nice and cozy in just a few minutes...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the noise of the electric fan. Some mention it's one of the quietest and fastest heating ceilings, while others say it'll be a bit noisy. Some customers also mention that the vent fan is louder than expected and rattles. They also report occasional flapping sounds when the wind blows.
"...Both the bathroom fan and the heater fan are very quiet; about as loud as the sink water running...." Read more
"...As far as noise goes, it is expected to be a bit noisy, as it is a fan; doesn't' bother us at all...." Read more
"...check out the Panasonic models, and found many positive reviews, low noise levels, and, more expensive...." Read more
"I ordered 2 of these units and very pleased with the noise level...." Read more
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I wanted an energy-efficient light (like the 100HFL) but after reading the review by D. Abernethy about removing the bracket that prevents installing a compact fluorescent I figured I'd save $25, order the 100HL and remove the bracket also. Turns out I only needed to easily bend the bracket slightly to allow a CF bulb to fit. For fun I called customer service and asked if there was a reason they didn't want CF bulbs to be used. They told me it was only because it was not tested that way in the lab when it was UL certified and in the future they will only have one model that takes incandescent or CF bulbs.
On to the review;
The fan arrived in 3 days after I placed my order and is very well made. Installation was a snap thanks to another reviewer's note (MLG) about removing the fan motors from the "can". Both the heater and the fan motors can easily be removed with 2 screws each, making it much easier to measure, position, and install overhead. Wiring was clearly marked, the instructions were clear, fit and finish are excellent.
My bathroom is about 100 square feet and the heater does a good job boosting the temp in just a couple minutes. I thought the fan would pull a little more air though as there's still a little steam on the mirrors after a shower. Nothing major though (and definitely better than showering with the door open and fully fogged mirrors like before). Both the bathroom fan and the heater fan are very quiet; about as loud as the sink water running.
Great fan/heater/light combo for the price. If there was a night-light version I would have bought it but I can live with a 13W compact fluorescent burning for a couple hours at night. And for my one customer service call about the bulbs, it was answered by a quickly by a friendly, helpful, American-sounding gentlemen.
***Update***
7 years later of daily use in the only bathroom in my house of 2 adults and 2 kids and this turned out to be one of the best things I've ever bought on Amazon and probably the most trouble free. I clean the dust from the louvers one or twice a year but nothing more. If it even does break I'll replace with the exact same thing. The 13W compact fluorescent I stuck in it has caused zero issues.
After reading quite a few questions and reviews here, I still wanted this unit, but I was concerned about 2 things: switch configuration and not burning out the heater, which appears to have issues when run for long periods of time, but I only plan to use it when showing. I also wanted to be able to use the fan in the summer, but really only want the heater in the winter.
So, even though I did not like the idea of 3 switches, that is how I decided to go.
For the heater, it is important to go with one that can handle the heater's high power draw: I chose the "Leviton LTB15-1LZ Decora 1800W 20A 2-5-10-15 Minute Countdown Timer Switch." It can handle the power and, with a max setting 15 minutes it can run the heater long enough for a shower and hopefully the heater will last for years. For the fan I used "Leviton LTT60-1LW Decora 600W 10-20-30-60" though a 30 minute max should be enough. I still am not thrilled with the aesthetics of 3 switches, but if it is a choice between aesthetics and functionality, I will usually go with the later.
BTW: if you chose to wire the heater and fan on a single timer, you still need one capable of handling the heater's heater's 1500W and 20A load, many timer switches are not designed for that
After reading quite a few questions and reviews here, I still wanted this unit, but I was concerned about 2 things: switch configuration and not burning out the heater, which appears to have issues when run for long periods of time, but I only plan to use it when showing. I also wanted to be able to use the fan in the summer, but really only want the heater in the winter.
So, even though I did not like the idea of 3 switches, that is how I decided to go.
For the heater, it is important to go with one that can handle the heater's high power draw: I chose the "Leviton LTB15-1LZ Decora 1800W 20A 2-5-10-15 Minute Countdown Timer Switch." It can handle the power and, with a max setting 15 minutes it can run the heater long enough for a shower and hopefully the heater will last for years. For the fan I used "Leviton LTT60-1LW Decora 600W 10-20-30-60" though a 30 minute max should be enough. I still am not thrilled with the aesthetics of 3 switches, but if it is a choice between aesthetics and functionality, I will usually go with the later.
BTW: if you chose to wire the heater and fan on a single timer, you still need one capable of handling the heater's heater's 1500W and 20A load, many timer switches are not designed for that
The actual heater element is very simple. In a manner very similar to most hand-held hair blow dryers, heat is produced by inducing current through a series of small wires. The heat is distributed by a squirrel cage style blower similar to the blower used in the fan to exhaust humid air from the bathroom. The weak link in the heater element is its overheat protection device--a thermal fuse, which basically is a one use fuse with a particular heat rating. If its heat rating is exceeded, the fuse "blows" and a repair must be affected in order to continue using the heater. You can search the internet and you will see that this product is not the only one where the thermal fuse craps out--it just happens that 2 of 3 functions will continue on this fan, as the fuse only protects the heating element (even the heater's squirrel cage fan will continue to operate with the fuse blown--you just get no heat). Many blame these fuse failures on "made in China" syndrome. Can't comment on that (other than many thermal fuses are made there), but I can say this 50 cent part either is not very durable or quality control at production is poor, or both, and whether any given fuse will survive to its rated capacity (particularly over time) appears questionable.
My experience with Broan customer service was similar to what other have noted here. I spoke with a rep who appeared to be located in the US and who was able to speak English without problem--a major customer service hurdle cleared. I explained my problem and the rep didn't even ask for a serial number or date of purchase. He told me he was putting a new heater element in the mail to me, and I had it in about 3 days. So, great customer service, Broan! Poor service would have made this a very bad experience and most definitely would have resulted in a one star rating.
The heater element is easy to remove from its squirrel cage blower. And, this can be done even with the unit installed in the ceiling (in other words, you don't need to remove the entire unit from the ceiling to make this repair). Because I had test wired my unit with a humidity switch to the exhaust fan and a two way switch to the light and heater, the issue with the heater was revealed prior to install and my repair was super easy. The only complication post-install would have been the need for a stepladder to access the heater.
An issue here though is that, if you are out of warranty or, for some reason, Broan simply won't send you a new heater assembly, the cost for the assembly online is almost $40.00. It is ridiculously overpriced given its construction and the overall price of the complete unit, but sadly that is the norm with repair parts these days. I even saw a post from a couple online who had bought one and were trying to locate an electrician to install it. They probably would have paid more than the price for the original fan unit if they ended up going that route. You don't need to be particularly proficient to replace the heater assembly, so give it a try unless you know you can not do it.
The alternative to a new part is to lay in a stock of thermal fuses and repair the element when it blows (and it seems pretty likely it is a when, not if, situation). Really all you need is a small pair of dykes and a small pair of offset pliers. For 50 cents and a bit of time you'll be back in business. Since I now have a second complete heating element, I can swap out the elements in less than 10 minutes.
The factory fuse is a Microtemp G4AOO 110C (the 110 C is the cutoff rating in Celsius). They are available, off and on, on Amazon. They also can be found on other internet site. The brand is not particularly relevant, but the thermal cutoff rating is. While they come in various capacities, DO NOT exceed the 110C rating, as you are asking for trouble by doing that.
I suspect all brands of fans which have heat operate on the same basic principle, so I doubt switching brands will help (unless they are using a "better" grade thermal fuse--good luck with that). Since my bath has no HVAC duct, I need the heater element. Yes, I wish it was more durable, but it works and I know how to fix it cheaply when it breaks--now you do too. Can't expect much more than that these days I suppose.
The humidity venting function is superb ... until you put the factory plastic backdraft damper in. Then, it is good, but not as good. The factory damper is a cheap, heavy plastic swing gate, and the fan has a bit of trouble lifting it well. Further, when the fan is off, it still allows a lot of hot attic air to come back in. So, really not much of a backdraft damper. Pretty much all fans in this price range do that, though, and the 50+ year old bath fan this unit replaced did the same thing. Unfortunately, when you cut a hole into the attic and any route is left open for superheated or supercooled air from the attic to get in the house, it will. I am currently in the process of working out a better backdraft solution and will update this when I am satisfied with my efforts.
UPDATE
I got a Fantech RSK 4 Backdraft Damper 4" Duct to replace original damper and it works great. It almost fits the factory damper housing too. To fit it, hold the damper with its factory crimp at 6 o'clock and take a pair of tin snips and make cuts about 1/8 inch deep at 3 and 9 o'clock on the damper's fit ring. Then take a pair of pliers and gently bend the ring sectors you just created outward until you get a good press fit on the factory damper housing. It should stay on with no problem. My fan had no issue lifting the damper gates and they close securely when the fan goes off. So I get better exhaust of humid air and more effective prevention of attic air intrusion.