Use and Care Guide
1. Make sure clip on thermometer is at the top of the probe (stem).
2. Attach the thermometer clip on the inside of the pot with the probe
immersed in the oil at least one inch.
Do NOT insert the probe into poultry. This is not a meat thermometer.
This can cause incorrect thermometer reading.
3. Check temperature reading every 3 minutes during heat-up
and when frying. Do NOT allow oil temperature to exceed 400°F.
Remember: Think Safety & Use Common Sense!
WARNING
Always use a thermometer when frying any food products. A thermometer is a sensitive measuring
device which may not work properly if dropped, bent, or twisted. Always check to be sure the
thermometer provided with this stockpot is working properly before frying.
THERMOMETER TEST INSTRUCTIONS
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD CAUSE A GREASE FIRE/EXPLOSION RESULTING IN
PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR DEATH.
WARNING
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The face of the thermometer becomes very hot during use. Wear protective gloves or mitts when handling.
•
Sweat or condensation from cold beverages, if allowed to drip on the glass cover, could cause it to break.
• Tip of the thermometer probe can be a puncture hazard, use caution when handling. Keep point
away from eyes, face and hands.
• Always monitor thermometer temperature every 3 minutes during preheating and frying. After
reaching 400˚F, the temperature of the oil/grease can rapidly increase resulting in spontaneous
combustion and fire.
• Regardless of thermometer reading, if the oil/grease starts to smoke, turn OFF fuel supply to the
burner and STOP COOKING IMMEDIATELY. This indicates the thermometer is not working properly.
Discard the thermometer and call 1-800-864-6194 M-F 8am - 5pm CST for assistance.
Replacement thermometer Model #5025
PLACEMENT OF THERMOMETER
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2-STEP METHOD for Thermometer Testing
1. TEMPERATURE ACCURACY:
While wearing protective gloves, hold the thermometer by the dial and insert stem into boiling water.
The needle should quickly move around the dial and register approximately 212˚F (100˚C)
(plus or minus 5˚F). This indicates whether or not temperature reading is accurate. NOTE: Due to
water evaporation, the maximum reading possible on a thermometer in hot water is 212˚F (100˚C).
2. TEMPERATURE RANGE:
Hold thermometer by the dial and place end of the stem above a lit match or lighter. The needle
should quickly move around the dial and register a temperature reading far above 350˚F. If the needle
stops at a low temperature reading such as 225˚F; then the thermometer is damaged and cannot be
used. Discard the thermometer and call 1-800-864-6194 M-F 8am - 5pm CST for assistance.
Replacement thermometer Model #5025.
DO NOT attempt frying if the thermometer is not working!