488 Digital Folding Probe Thermometer Leading the Way in Accuracy® Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Taylor® Digital Cooking Thermometer/Timer. Your Thermometer/Timer is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. This product helps to eliminate over-cooking or under-cooking foods. Presetting to the recommended cooking temperatures and/or cooking time is simple and ensures that food will be cooked to your preferred taste. Please read this instruction manual carefully before use. Keep these instructions handy for future reference.
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.
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.
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.
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).
