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Table of Contents
- 1 Battery Information
- 2 Remote Sensor
- 3 To Install or Replace the Batteries on both Units
- 4 On/Off Operation
- 5 Positioning the Thermometer Units
- 6 Thermometer Programming Operation
- 7 General Cooking Procedures
- 8 Timer Operation
- 9 Clock Feature
- 10 To Program the Clock
- 11 Care and Precautions
- 12 Transmission Collision
- 13 Questions about this Product
- 14 Minimum Internal Cooking Temperatures
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Table of Contents
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Summarization of Contents
Battery Information
Base Unit Battery Warning
Low battery icon appears in the upper right corner of the LCD.
Remote Sensor Battery Warning
The low battery light illuminates.
On/Off Operation
Synchronization and Range
Place units close for synchronization; maintain within 200 feet transmission range.
Powering On Units
Turn on base unit first, then remote unit.
Remote Volume Control
Set volume on remote to Off, Low, or High using the switch.
Signal Reception Indicator
Remote's ready light blinks when receiving signal from base.
Positioning the Thermometer Units
Base Unit Placement
Place on flat surface with clip, or attach to metal with magnets.
Remote Sensor Placement
Stand with clip, clip to belt, or attach to metal with magnets; use lanyard.
Maintaining Transmission Range
Keep units within effective transmission range (200 feet) during use.
Thermometer Programming Operation
Temperature Unit Selection
Switch between Fahrenheit (°F) and Celsius (°C) on the base unit.
Selecting Meat Type
Scroll through meat choices using the "Meat" button and select with "Select".
Selecting Taste and Temperature
Scroll through taste choices, select, then adjust set temperature manually.
General Cooking Procedures
Preheating and Sterilization
Preheat grill/oven and sterilize the metal probe before use.
Probe Insertion
Insert probe into thickest part of food, avoiding bone/fat/gristle.
Unit Placement During Cooking
Place base unit outside oven/grill; manage probe cord carefully.
Temperature Alerts and Notifications
Proximity Alerts
Remote/base beep, vibrate, flash when temperature is within 20/10 degrees of target.
Target Temperature Reached
Units beep, vibrate, flash when target temperature is met; press Start/Stop to silence.
Backlight Feature
Press Backlight button for 10 seconds of screen illumination.
Timer Operation
Setting the Timer
Use Hr/+ and Min/- buttons to set hours/minutes, then Start/Stop to confirm.
Starting and Pausing Timer
Press Start/Stop to start, pause, or resume timer countdown.
Timer Alerts
Remote/base alert 10/5 minutes before time is up.
Clock Feature
Programming the Clock
Set hour and minute using Hr/+ and Min/- buttons while base unit is off.
Unit Reset Procedure
Press the reset button on the back to reset the unit.
Care and Precautions
Handling the Probe and Cord
Use heat-resistant gloves, keep away from children, sterilize probe.
Environmental and Usage Limits
Avoid water, heat, direct sun, flames; do not exceed 500°F (260°C).
Microwave and Moisture Warning
Do not use in microwave; dry sensor plug before use.
Transmission Collision
Interference Sources
Signals from other devices may interfere; normal operation resumes when interference stops.
FCC Compliance Statement
Device complies with FCC Rules Part 15 for Class B digital devices.
Minimum Internal Cooking Temperatures
USDA Recommended Temperatures
Lists minimum safe internal cooking temperatures for various foods.
Product Support Contact
Contact number for service and questions about the product.
One Year Limited Warranty
Warranty Coverage and Exclusions
Covers defects for one year, excludes batteries, misuse, accidents.
Service and Return Instructions
Instructions for returning the product for service or replacement.
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