Instruction Manual

SET UP THE UNITS
The SNS-500 comes with 2 waterproof 3" long hybrid meat/bbq probes and 2 waterproof 6" long hybrid probes.
1. Insert probe jacks into any of the probe ports on the larger transmitter unit.
2. Turn both units on in any order and sync the units per the previous instructions.
3. Wait for the temperatures displayed on the transmitter to also appear of the receiver.
SET ALARM TEMPERATURES ON THE TRANSMITTER
Alarms for Probe 1 and 2 are set at the factory for monitoring a smoker with High of 250 F and Low of 220 F. Probes
3 and 4 are set at the factory to monitor a meat with High of 160 F and Low of 32 F (so the Low alarm alert is
bypassed). After powering on, the units will not audibly alarm until the first time the minimum setpoint is exceeded,
i.e., during “warm up.” The temperatures for each probe will flash, i.e., inaudible alarm, when temperatures are
outside of the low and high setpoints.
To set audible alarm temperatures for each probe:
1. Press PROBE 1,2,3 or 4 button and the probe temperature will flash for that probe and the square around the P#
will also flash.
2. Press that same button and the HIGH temperature alert will flash. Press or to LOWER or RAISE the high
temperature alert.
3. Press ALARM SET to lock the new high temperature alert in and then the low alert temperature alert will flash.
4. Press or to LOWER or RAISE the low temperature alert. (If the low alarm is not needed, press the probe
button again to quickly set the low temperature to 32 F / 0 C.)
5. Press ALARM SET to lock the new low alert temperature in. Nothing will be flashing. The alarm will automatically
turn on for the programmed probe.
6. Repeat for the other 3 probes.
Audible alarms may be silenced by pressing any button on the unit after the alarm sounds.
To enable/disable an audible alarm:
1. Press the ALARM ON/OFF button to tum on the alerts for all probes. You will see this symbol – – in between the
high and low temperature set points on the display.
2. In ALARM mode press & hold the PROBE 1,2,3 or 4 button to disable the alarm for that probe ONLY.
3. Pressing ALARM ON/OFF again will disable ALL of the probe alarms.
Note: Programmed alerts will be remembered when the device is turned off.
SET UP THE GRILL
1. Insert 6" food probe sensor into the center of thickest portion of the meat or food. Avoid touching bone or gristle.
2. Pinch clip and attach clip to the grate. Insert the 3” bbq probe into the clip to monitor grill temperature. We
recommend placing the probe one to two inches away from the meat and avoid sides of the bbq/grill for most
accurate reading.
3. Position the probe sensor wires so they will not contact any flames and they exit the grill without being pinched/
crushed by the cover.
4. Stand/ hang the transmitter away from heat source of grill or any parts of the grill that are warm or hot to the touch.
DO NOT attach transmitter on closed grill cover or under the grill cover. The transmitter is waterproof for use in
rain when all four probes are installed but should not be immersed in water.
HELPFUL HINTS
When placing probes to monitor ambient temperature within the bbq/grill, remember that temperature can vary
across the grill surface area and also vertically in the bbq/grill.
If the receiver and the transmitter display LL.L or HH.H instead of the probe temperature, the probe has reached a
temperature outside of its useful range. If the reading is HH.H remove the probe from the bbq/grill and wait for probe
to reach room temperature. If you desire, cool your bbq/grill down by following the manufacturer’s instructions before
attempting to reuse the probe to prevent damage. If LL.L is displayed while the probe is inserted into a piece of
meat, it is likely the meat is below 32 F. You can give your meat time to warm up or remove the probe and let it
come to room temperature. If LL.L or HH.H is still displayed, after taking these actions, it is likely the internal probe
wire has shorted out either through moisture or heat damage.
Note on reading meat temperatures: If the temperature displayed seems to be reading too high or that the
temperature seems to be increasing too quickly, check to make sure the probe tip is not poking outside through the
food. Reposition the probe tip in the center of the thickest part of food. Avoid touching bones or heavy fat areas.
CAUTIONS
Always wear a heat resistant glove to touch the stainless steel probe sensors or wires during or just after cooking.
Do not touch with bare hands.
Keep the stainless steel probe sensors and wires away from children.
Clean the stainless steel probes and dry thoroughly after each and every use.
The transmitter is water resistant when all 4 probes are installed but not water tight. Do not immerse in water while
cooking or cleaning the unit.
Do not expose the plugs of the stainless steel probes or the plug in holes of the transmitter to water or any liquid.
This will result in a bad connection and/or faulty readings.
Do not expose the receiver or transmitter to direct heat or surface. Do not use stainless steel probes in microwave
ovens.
Temperatures as low as 14 °F (-10 °C) and as high as 572 °F (300 °C) will be registered on the units.
LL.L will be displayed below 14°F and HH.H will be displayed above 572 °F. Do not use the stainless probe sensor
above 572 °F. Doing so will deteriorate the wire.
Not intended for use by persons aged 12 and Under.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the
receiving antenna, increase the separation between the equipment and receiver, connect the equipment into an
outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected, and/or consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
CLEANING
Always wear a heat resistant glove to touch the stainless steel probe sensors or wires during or just after cooking.
Do not touch with bare hands.
Keep the stainless steel probe sensors and wires away from children. Wash the metal probe tips with hot soapy
water and dry thoroughly.
Wipe the transmitter and receiver with a damp cloth. Do not immerse either in water while cleaning.
1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
SnS Grills’ warrants the SNS-500 to be free of defects in parts, materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year
from date of purchase. Should any repairs or servicing under this warranty be required, contact SnS Grills Customer
Service by email or mail for instruction on how to pack and ship the SNS-500 to SnS Grills:
SnS Grills
4341 Triple Crown Dr SW
Concord, NC 28027
email: [e-mail]
Do not send any parts or product to SnS Grills without obtaining a Return Authorization Number and instructions.
This warranty is VOIDED if instructions for use are not followed. Warranty does NOT apply to accidental damage,
commercial use, damage in transit or if the SNS-500 has been tampered with.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
REPLACEMENT PROBES
During warranty period, stainless steel probes will be replaced free of charge.
To purchase replacement probes out of warranty, visit snsgrills.com.