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Thermometer Setup; Food Preparation; Using The Thermometer - AcuRite 01184 Instruction Manual

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SETUP

Thermometer Setup

Install or Replace Batteries
AcuRite recommends high quality alkaline batteries for the best product
performance. Heavy duty or rechargeable batteries are not recommended.
Select Temperature Units
To select between degrees Fahrenheit (ºF) or Celsius (ºC) temperature units,
slide the "F/C" switch, located in the battery compartment.
PLEASE DISPOSE OF OLD OR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE
WAY AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH YOUR LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS.
BATTERY SAFETY: Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation. Remove batteries from equipment that will not be
used for an extended period of time. Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery compartment. Promptly remove dead batteries from the device. Dispose of used
batteries properly. Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used. DO NOT incinerate used batteries. DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire,
as batteries may explode or leak. DO NOT mix old and new batteries or types of batteries (alkaline/standard). DO NOT use rechargeable batteries. DO NOT recharge
non-rechargeable batteries. DO NOT short-circuit the supply terminals.
1. Slide off the battery compartment
cover.
2. Insert 3 x AAA batteries into the
battery compartment. Follow the
polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery
compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover.
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OPERATION

Food Preparation

Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may
increase your risk of food-borne illness, especially if you have certain medical
conditions. The USDA recommends certain guidelines be met when preparing
meat and seafood. Please adhere to the recommended cooking temperatures.
USDA Recommended Guidelines
Product
Beef, Pork, Veal & Lamb
Steaks, chops, roasts
Ground meats
All Poultry
Fish & Shellfish
For more information on food preparation safety, visit:
https://www.fsis.usda.gov

Using the Thermometer

1. Before operating, plug the temperature probe into the thermometer display.
2. When batteries are installed, the LCD display will automatically turn on.
3. Magnet-mountable design allows you to stick the thermometer on the oven
door or fridge.
4. Press and release the "SET" button to cycle through the setup modes at
any time.
Power the Unit ON/OFF
The thermometer will automatically power off after 24 hours of inactivity. To
power off manually, press and hold the "POWER" button for 3 seconds.
Meat Type Setup
1. When first powered on, the Meat Type will flash on the display.
2. To adjust the meat type, press and release the
through meat type presets.
The preference set order is as follows: CUSTOM, FISH, LAMB, POULTRY,
PORK, CHICKEN, VEAL, BEEF, , BOIL
3. To save your selection, press and release the "SET" button when the desired
meat type is displayed.
Minimum Internal Temperature
& Rest Time
145 °F (62.8 °C) and allow to rest
for at least 3 minutes
160 °F (71.1 °C)
165 °F (73.9 °C)
145 °F (62.8 °C)
or
buttons to cycle
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