1488
Digital Folding
Probe Thermometer
®
Leading the Way in Accuracy
Instruction Manual
7. Press “Enter” to select the displayed meat type. The LCD screen
returns to the current temperature display. The name of the
selected meat appears above the temperature reading.
8. To test the internal temperature of the food, unfold the metal
probe and insert it into the thickest part of the food. Do not come
in contact with bone, fat or gristle, as these areas will not provide
accurate temperature readings. Take care when moving the probe
into position to avoid injury or damage. DO NOT LEAVE THE
THERMOMETER IN THE OVEN WHILE COOKING, AND DO
NOT TOUCH THE HOT PROBE WITH BARE HANDS.
9. The current internal temperature of the food appears on the LCD
screen.
10. Color coded lights behind the Taylor® logo indicate if the current
temperature is lower, higher, or within 5 degrees of the target
temperature.
• If the temperature is lower than the target temperature, a blue
LED light flashes.
• When the temperature reaches the target temperature, a green
LED light flashes.
• If the temperature is higher than the target temperature, a red LED
light flashes.
(Note: the temperature must be within 30 degrees of the target tem-
perature for the LED lights to activate. Thus, the blue light may not
flash, even if the current temperature is lower than the target tem-
perature. The current temperature will still appear on the screen.)
11. When the food is ready, remove it from the oven with a heat
resistant glove. DO NOT TOUCH THE HOT PROBE OR FOOD
WITH YOUR BARE HANDS!
12. The LCD screen has a convenient backlight feature for easy
temperature viewing. While the unit is on, press the “°F/°C” but-
ton to turn on the backlight for 10 seconds.
13. Press and hold the “Enter” button for 3 seconds to turn the unit
off. Otherwise, the unit will turn off automatically after 10 minutes
if no buttons are pressed and there is no change in temperature.
Note: when the thermometer turns off, its memory will return to the
default setting “Beef Rare 140.0°F”. If the unit turns off before
cooking is done, repeat the Meat Selection steps listed above
to reprogram the desired target temperature.
14. Wash the metal probe with hot soapy water. Fold the probe into the
closed position for storage. Take care when moving the probe into
position to avoid injury or damage. Clean the thermometer unit by
hand. Do not completely immerse the thermometer in water.
Meat/Temperature Chart
Following is a chart listing the 16 types of meat and their preset temperatures.
Meat Type
Beef
Doneness Level
Rare*
Preset Temperatures
140°F
Med Rare
Med
145°F
160°F
Med Well
Well
165°F
170°F
Hamburger
Pork
Well
Med
160°F
160°F
Well
170°F
Poultry
Lamb
White Meat
Dark Meat
Rare*
165°F
165°F
140°F
Med Rare
Med
145°F
160°F
Med Well
Well
165°F
170°F
Ham
Well
140°F
*The USDA does NOT recommend RARE 140ºF as a safe eating temperature.
Specifications:
Temperature Range: 16º to 302ºF or -9º to 150ºC
Resolution: 0.1ºF or ºC full range
16 Preprogrammed Meat Types
Battery: 2 AAA (installed)
Auto Shut-Off: After 10 minutes of nonuse
Response Time: 1 second
Care and Precautions
1. Always read instructions thoroughly to ensure that you have the full
benefit of all the unit's features.
2. Sterilize thermometer probe each time before use.
3. Use caution while handling the thermometer. Take care when moving
the probe into position to avoid injury or damage. Always wear a heat
resistant glove when touching the thermometer during or just after
use. DO NOT TOUCH PROBE WITH BARE HANDS!
4. DO NOT immerse the thermometer unit in liquid, or pour liquid direct-
ly on the thermometer unit, as doing so will cause damage to internal
components and void the warranty. If you spill liquid on it, dry it
immediately with a soft, lintfree cloth.
5. DO NOT wash in a dishwasher. This unit is not dishwasher safe.
Damage will void warranty. Wipe clean with a damp cloth. Grease or
other hard-to remove soil can be removed with a scouring pad. DO
NOT clean the unit with abrasive or corrosive materials. This may
scratch the plastic parts and corrode the electronic circuits.
6. DO NOT use this thermometer in a microwave oven.
7. DO NOT tamper with the unit's internal components. Doing so
will invalidate the warranty on this unit and may cause damage.
Other than replacing the batteries, the unit contains no user-
serviceable parts.
8. DO NOT subject the unit to excessive force, shock, dust, temperature
or humidity. This may result in malfunction, shorter electronic life
span, damaged battery and distorted parts.
9. Do not expose the thermometer unit to: water, direct heat, a hot sur-
face or direct sunlight. This may cause damage to the plastic casing
or the electric circuits and components inside.
10. Do not dispose of batteries in fire. Batteries may explode or leak.
Remove the batteries if the thermometer will not be used for a long
period of time.
11. Over- or under- temperature range displays: If the measured
temperature is outside the unit’s temperature range of 16º to
302ºF or -9º to 150ºC, the LCD will show “HH.H” (higher than the
temperature range) or “LL.L” (lower than the temperature range).
One Year Limited Warranty
Taylor® warrants this product to be free from defects in material or
workmanship for one (1) year for the original purchaser from date of
original purchase. It does not cover damages or wear resulting from
accident, misuse, abuse, commercial use, or unauthorized adjustment
and/or repair.
If service is required, do not return to retailer. Should this product
require service (or replacement at our option), please pack the item
carefully and return it prepaid, along with store receipt showing the date
of purchase and a note explaining reason for return to:
Taylor Precision Products
2220 Entrada Del Sol, Suite A
Las Cruces, New Mexico
88001
USA
There are no expressed warranties except as listed above. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary
from state to state.
© 2011 Taylor Precision Products and its affiliated companies, all rights
reserved. Taylor® and Leading the Way in Accuracy® are registered
trademarks and Tools Chefs Trust™ is a trademark of Taylor Precision
Products and it’s affiliated companies. All rights reserved.
Made to our exact specifications in China.
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