TFM 190 - Range hood Thermex - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Range Hood (Island, Wall, or Ceiling Mounted)
Brand	Thermex
Model	TFM 190
Power Supply	230 V ~ 50 Hz (requires earth connection)
Motor Speeds	4 (1-4)
Lighting	LED (on/off independent from motor)
After-Running Function	Yes (5, 10, 15, or 20 minutes)
Extraction Modes	Extraction to outside or Recirculation (with optional carbon filters)
Grease Filter Type	Metal, washable (dishwasher safe)
Recirculation Filter	Activated carbon (not included, part no. 535.05.6200.9)
Grease Filter Cleaning Frequency	Every 1-3 weeks depending on cooking fat
Recirculation Filter Replacement	Every 2-4 months (or at least 2-4 times per year)
Minimum Distance to Gas Stove	65 cm (recommended 50-70 cm for electric)
Control Type	Electronic push buttons with blue LED indication
Installation	Ceiling, island, or wall mounted
Duct Connection	Required for extraction mode; use original dimensions
Material	Stainless steel (typical)
Safety Features	Earth connection required, thermal cut-off (internal)

Frequently Asked Questions - TFM 190 Thermex

How do I install the Thermex TFM 190 range hood?

Installation must be performed by a skilled electrician in accordance with the specifications given by Thermex and local legislation. The minimum distance between the gas stove burner and the underside of the hood must be at least 65 cm. For electric cooktops, Thermex recommends 50-70 cm.

What is the after-running function and how do I activate it?

The after-running function allows the motor to continue running for a set time (5, 10, 15, or 20 minutes) after you turn it off. To activate: hold the light button until all buttons blink, then press the button corresponding to the desired time (on/off extraction for 5 min, step 2 for 10 min, etc.). The motor will run at the selected speed and stop automatically.

How do I clean the grease filters?

Remove the grease filters by pulling on the filter locking mechanism. Clean them in warm soapy water with a soft brush, rinse, and dry. They can also be washed in a dishwasher, though slight discoloration may occur. Frequency depends on cooking fat: every 3 weeks for margarine, every 2 weeks for liquid margarine, weekly for oil, and 2-3 times per week for deep fat frying.

How do I replace the recirculation filters?

Recirculation filters (activated carbon) cannot be washed and must be replaced when needed, at least 2-4 times per year. To install: remove the grease filters, turn the new recirculation filters onto the flanges on the sides of the motor, then replace the grease filters.

What should I do if the hood is not working?

Check the power supply: ensure the hood is plugged in and the circuit breaker is on. Disconnect the power for about 5 minutes and reconnect to see if the fault clears. If not, disconnect the power for one hour and try again. If the problem persists, consult the troubleshooting chart in the manual or contact Thermex service.

Can I use the Thermex TFM 190 without ducting to the outside?

Yes, the hood can be used in recirculation mode. You must install two recirculation filters (activated carbon) which are not included but can be purchased separately (part no. 535.05.6200.9). The air will be filtered through grease and carbon filters before being recirculated.

What are the speed settings on the control panel?

The control panel has buttons for light on/off, extraction on/off, and four speed levels (1-4). The motor always starts at speed 1. To change speed, press the desired speed button. The motor can only be turned off from speed 1 by pressing the extraction on/off button.

How do I clean the exterior of the hood?

For steel surfaces, use a damp cloth with detergent and finish with a metal polish. For lacquered surfaces, use a damp cloth with detergent or washing-up liquid. Never use abrasives. Clean frequently to avoid grease stains.

What type of light does the hood have?

The hood is equipped with an LED light that can be turned on and off independently of the motor using the dedicated light button.

What is the warranty on the Thermex TFM 190?

Warranty details are not specified in the manual. For service requests within the warranty, you will be asked for proof of purchase (sales receipt). Keep the receipt and have the model, type, and serial number ready (located on the chassis plate). Contact Thermex service for support.

USER MANUAL TFM 190 Thermex

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Warnings	35
Use of the hood	36
Maintenance and cleaning	37
Service	38
Environmental considerations	39

WARNINGS

• The range hood is designed and manufactured according to DS/EN 60335-1.
• This range hood is only for use in private house holds, if used for other purposes the warranty will be repealed.
  • Installation must be performed by a skilled electrician in accordance with the specifications given by Thermex Scandinavia A/S (Thermex) and legislation in force.
• Thermex disclaims all responsibility in regards to damages caused by wrong installation, mounting or use.

BEFORE MOUNTING/COMMISSIONING

• Inspect the range hood for transport damages, flaws and defects immediately after the receipt.
• Transport damages must be filed to the haulage contractor and Thermex immediately after the receipt.
• Flaws and defects must be filed to Thermex within 8 days of the receipt, and not later than mounting/commissioning.

MOUNTING

• The range hood is intended for working at 230 Volt ±10%\~50 HZ in referring to EN 50160.
• Connect the hood with the attached plug. NOTE: The hood MUST have earth if the plug has an earth connection.
• For models with external motor applies NOT to use common zero when installing the hood and motor, as this will affect the control.
• It MUST be ensured that the motor can be used with the selected range hood when using an external motor from another supplier. Otherwise the warranty no longer apply.
• Do not plug in the range hood until the mounting is complete.
• The air are ro be be discharged from the hood into a pipe used for extraction from devices using gas or other fuels. Such devices must have a separate vent.
• All national and local legislation, building regulations or the like for air emissions must be observed.
  • Always use the original dimension of the vent. By reducing the dimension of the vent, the performance will be reduced and the sound level will be increased.
• The vent to open air must be as short as possible in order to get the best possible capacity of the range hood.
• The number of bends on the vent must be minimised to gain the best possible capacity of the range hood.
• Thermex recommends always using sound and condensation insulated vent hose in unheated spaces.
• Thermex recommends to use a muffler to minimize the noise level when using flexible hose.

• When using a flexible hose always ensure this is fully extended to minimize air resistance and thereby achieve best possible capacity.

• Different materials requires different rawlplugs and screws. Use rawlplugs and screws intended for the material the range hood is to be mounted on.

• If the instructions for the installation of screws and fittings are not followed, it may result in electrical shock.
• The minimum distance to gas stoves from the burner's edge to the underside of the hood MUST be minimum 65 cm in accordance to EN 60335-2-31.
  • Thermex recommends that the space between the lower edge of the range hood and cooker is between 50 cm and 70 cm, for all cabinet range hoods, islands and wall mounted range hoods.
  • Always control the minimum distance between cooker and range hood in the manual for the cooker. If the manual for the cooker states a greater distance than what Thermex recommends the manual for the cooker MUST be followed.
• Thermex recommends that the space between cooker and range hood does not exceed 3 meters for range hoods integrated in the ceiling

USE OF THE HOOD

• Always read this manual thoroughly before taking the hood into use.
- Keep the manual for later use.
• Always disconnect the power to the hood prior to cleaning, maintenance or repair.
- Repair or replace none of the hood parts, unless specifically recommended in the user manual.
- Al kind of repair must be performed by a qualified technician.
- The hood can only be used by children under the age of 8, people with physical, mental or sensory disabilities, and persons who lack experience or knowledge, if these persons are supervised or have received the necessary training in order to use the hood in a safe way.
• Children must be supervised so that they do not play with the hood.
- Cleaning and maintenance can only be performed by children if they are under supervision.
- The hood must be cleaned regularly to ensure optimal operation and long service life.
- Grease and dust debris collected in the filter may risk igniting with insufficient cleaning.
- The hood should be cleaned inside and out frequently to avoid grease stains on walls or other surfaces.
- If the hood is used together with appliances that use gas or other combustible material, there must be adequate ventilation.
• NEVER flambé beneath the hood.
• The hood's parts may become hot during use of the stove.

USE OF THE HOOD

This hood has:

- LED light

CONTROL PANEL

1. On/off light
2. On/off extraction
3. Level 2
4. Level 3
5. Level 4

When a function is activated, the button will light blue.

EXTRACTION

The motor is activated by pressing on 'on/off extraction'. The motor always starts at speed 1.

The motor speed is increased by pressing on the button for the desired speed. The button for the chosen speed will light.

The motor can only be switched off from level 1. In order to switch off the motor, press on the 'on/off extraction' button when the hood is set to level 1.

LIGHT

The light on the hood is turned on and off by pressing on the 'on/off light' button. The light can be turned on independently of whether the motor is activated.

AFTER-RUNNING FUNCTION

After-running means that the motor will stop automatically a given number of minutes after this function has been activated. The after-running function can run from 5, 10, 15 or 20 minutes and runs at the selected speed. The after-running function can be activated regardless of the speed that has been selected when only the hood is turned on. The speed can also be adjusted after the after-running function has been activated.

After-running is activated in the following way:

• Hold the light button in until all the buttons start to blink.
• Select the time you want the after-running function to run. If the turn-on/off extraction button is selected, the after-running function runs for 5 min.; if the step 2 button is selected, the after-running function runs for 10 min., etc.
• The button for the selected time will blink, while the button for the selected speed will light constantly.

RECIRCULATION

The hood can be used for recirculation. This is used in kitchens and locations where there is no possibility of venting into the open-air. The air is sucked first through the grease filter and then through a filter with activated carbon which removes odours.

NOTE: Two recirculation filters must be used, and these are not included in the purchase of the hood, although they can be bought as accessories. The product number on a set of recirculation filters is 535.05.6200.9.

The recirculation filters are installed on the motor as follows:

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Take out the filters.

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Install the two recirculation filters by turning them onto the flanges on the sides of the motor.

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Replace the filters back in the hood.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

• Always disconnect the power before cleaning.
- The hood must be cleaned regularly to ensure optimal operation and long service life.
- Grease and dust debris collect in the filter and may risk igniting with insufficient cleaning.
- The hood should be cleaned inside and out frequently to avoid grease stains on walls or other surfaces.

DAILY CLEANING

• For cupboard-integrated, free-hanging and wall-mounted hoods, Thermex recommends that the grease filter be wiped with a damp cloth after each cooking session. It requires very little effort every day to keep your cooker hood clean and effective.
  • Steel surfaces are cleaned with a damp cloth and detergent, and finished with a metal polish (can be purchased with the item number 499.99.9999.9).
  • Lacquered surfaces should be cleaned with a damp cloth with detergent/washing-up liquid. Never use abrasives.

CLEANING THE GREASE FILTERS

Grease filters should be cleaned as needed. Thermex recommends as a minimum that the filter is cleaned at the following intervals, depending on the fat used for frying:

• Frying margarine - filter cleaned every 3 weeks
• Liquid margarine - filter cleaned every 2 weeks
- Oil - filter cleaned once per week
- Deep fat frying - filter cleaned 2-3 times per week

The grease filters are cleaned in the following way:

• Take the grease filters out of the hood by pulling on the filter locking mechanism.
- Place the filters in warm soapy water and clean if necessary with a soft brush.
- Rinse with warm water.
- Leave the filters to dry on a dishcloth or similar.
- Repeat the process if necessary.
- Re-attach the filters.

The filters can also be washed in the dishwasher. Please note however that machine washing can result in discolouration of the filters. Discolouration of the filters does not affect performance.

REPLACING THE RECIRCULATION FILTERS

If recirculation filters are used, these cannot be washed, but must be replaced when needed. Thermex recommends that the recirculation filters be replaced at least 2-4 times per year.

SERVICE

Before reporting service on your Thermex range hood, it is important that you read the installation and/or user instructions carefully. It ensures that Thermex can provide you the best possible assistance.

Service department at Thermex can be contacted in preparation to:

• Technical support for installation and installation of your range hood.
• Clarification of functionalities in your hood.
  • Service Request during the warranty on your hood ..

Before a service request during the warranty always try to disconnect the power to the hood for about 5 min. Then plug the power back on to see if the problem is corrected.

If the problem is not corrected, disconnect the power supply to the hood for one hour. If the hood is still not functioning properly after the power has been off for an hour, and in the troubleshooting charts are reviewed, contact the service department.

NOTE: For inquiries within the warranty, you will be asked for proof of your purchase in the form of a sales receipt. Therefore, always store your purchase receipt

Before the request for service requests within the warranty, it is important to have all the necessary information ready:

• Error Description
• Model
  • The type and serial number of the hood (on the chassis plate)
  • Information on the puchase

TROUBLE SHOOTER

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
The hood is not working There is no power	Check the power supply to the hood. Disconnect	the power for approximately 5 minutes and connect again to check if the fault is still there.
	The hood is not connected to the power supply	Check that the hood is connected to the power supply. Unplug for approximately 5 min, and connect it again to check if the fault is still there.
The extraction of the range hood is not sufficient	The pressure valve is blocked Check if objects have fallen	down on top of the valve or whether the clamp around the valve is tightened so hard that the valve cannot open. Loosen the clamp or remove the object, if the valve is blocked.
	The duct is jammed ore blocked Check the duct, and repair if necessary.
	The filters are dirty and clogged. Check if the filters are	clean, and clean if necessary.See the section cleaning and maintenance in this manual.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS

PACKAGING

The packaging must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations on waste management..

SCRAPPING OF THE HOOD

The symbol 📋 on the product or accompanying documentation indicates that this product may not be disposed of as household waste but must be delivered to the nearest collection center for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

THERMEX SCANDINAVIA A/S SERVICEAFD.