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CONTENTS

Unpacking Instructions ........... 2

Package Contents .................. 2

Product Registration ............... 2

Features & Benets ................. 2

Setup .................................... 4

Install or Replace Batteries...... 4

Temperature Units .................. 4

Food Preparation ................... 5

Using the Thermometer ........... 5

Warning Messages ................ 8

Troubleshooting ..................... 9

Care & Maintenance .............10

Specications ........................ 10

FCC Information ...................10

Customer Support ................. 11

Warranty..............................11

Digital Cooking Thermometer

models 00278 / 00282

Summary of content (12 pages)

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Instruction Manual Digital Cooking Thermometer models 00278 / 00282 CONTENTS Unpacking Instructions............ 2 Package Contents................... 2 Product Registration................ 2 Features & Benefits.................. 2 Setup..................................... 4 Install or Replace Batteries...... 4 Temperature Units................... 4 Food Preparation.................... 5 Using the Thermometer............ 5 Warning Messages................. 8 Troubleshooting......................
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Congratulations on your new AcuRite product. To ensure the best possible product performance, please read this manual in its entirety and retain it for future reference. Unpacking Instructions Remove the protective film that is applied to the LCD screen prior to using this product. Locate the tab and peel off to remove. Package Contents 1. Thermometer display 2. Temperature probe & cord 3. Remote pager with belt clip 4.
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Features & Benefits Thermometer Display 1 2 3 9 10 11 12 4 5 6 13 7 14 15 16 8 17 1. Meat Type Setup Indicator 8. Power ON/OFF Button Select Beef, Veal, Chicken, Pork, Poultry, Lamb, Fish, Custom or Boil. 9. Meat Type Selection 10. Meat Doneness Selection 2. Meat Doneness Setup Indicator 11. Target Temperature Select Rare, Medium or Well done; temperatures based on USDA recommended guidelines. 12. Alarm ON Indicator An audible alert will sound when target temperature is reached. 3.
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SETUP Install or Replace Batteries AcuRite recommends high quality alkaline batteries for the best product performance. Heavy duty or rechargeable batteries are not recommended. Remote Pager 1. S lide off the battery compartment cover, located on the bottom of the unit. 2. I nsert 2 x AAA batteries into the battery compartment. Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery compartment. 3. R eplace the battery cover. Thermometer Display 1. S lide off the battery compartment cover. 2.
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OPERATION Food Preparation Consuming raw or under cooked 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 Minimum Internal Temperature & Rest Time Product Beef, Pork, Veal & Lamb Steaks, chops, roasts 145 °F (62.
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The preference set order is as follows: BEEF, VEAL, CHICKEN, PORK, POULTRY, LAMB, FISH, CUSTOM, BOIL, TIMER* 3. To save your selection, press and release the “SELECT” button when the desired meat type is displayed. * For TIMER, see setup See Timer Setup on page 7 Meat Doneness Setup 1. Once Meat Type has been selected, Meat Doneness will flash on the display. 2.
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Be careful when touching the temperature probe and probe wire if it has been in or near hot food or surfaces. Remaining Cook Time Remaining Cook Time estimates the amount of time food needs to cook. Cook time is determined by measuring and monitoring the cooking process, then applying a series of estimating methods. Remaining Cook Time is designed to work best with large oven roasted meats, but can also be used for other cooking applications. 1.
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5. When 0:00:00 is reached, thermometer/pager (if in use) beeps/vibrates until “SELECT” or “ ” is pressed. Backlight Press the Backlight button to momentarily illuminate the display for 5 seconds. Press and HOLD Backlight button for 3 seconds to keep display illuminated. Display will remain illuminated until button is pressed again or until thermometer is powered OFF.
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Check Probe “CHECK PROBE” indicates a probe error and is shown with a diagnostic code: Diagnostic Code Problem No Probe cord is not connected to the thermometer. Verify cord connection is secure or reconnect cord. SC Probe cord is not functioning properly. Cord may have been damaged or exposed to extreme heat. Check the wire and connection for damage or excessive heat. Replace cord. Solution Remote Pager Lights Solution Red & Green Blinking No wireless connection. See Troubleshooting tips.
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Care & Maintenance Store in a dry location at room temperature. Clean thermometer with a soft, damp cloth. Temperature probe should be wiped clean with warm water immediately after direct contact with foods. DO NOT place display unit on or near hot surfaces. DO NOT heat beyond thermometer’s temperature capacity. DO NOT use in oven. DO NOT wash in dishwasher. DO NOT immerse in water or use caustic cleaners or abrasives.
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Customer Support AcuRite customer support is committed to providing you with best-inclass service. For assistance, please have the model number of this product available and contact us in any of the following ways: (877) 221-1252 info@chaney-inst.com 24/7 support at www.AcuRite.
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