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 tempera- tures 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.

Battery Information

The thermometer operates on 2 AAA batteries (installed). If readings grow dim or irregular, the batteries may need to be replaced. To replace the batteries:

1. Use 2- AAA batteries. Always replace both batteries at the same time; do not combine old and new batteries. Do not mix Alkaline, carbon- zinc (standard) or Nickel- Cadmium (rechargeable) batteries.

2. Unscrew the 2 screws securing the battery compartment cover, locat- ed on the back of the unit. Take care not to misplace the screws.

3. Place the batteries into the compartment as indicated by the polarity symbols marked inside the battery compartment.

4. Replace the battery compartment cover and screws.

7.Press ???Enter??? to select the displa yed meat type. The LCD screen return s to the current temperatu re display. The name of the selected meat appears above the temperature reading.

8.To test the internal temperat ure 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 readi ngs. 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 temper ature is lower, higher, or within 5 degrees of the target temper ature.

???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 curre nt tempe rature is lower than the target tem- perature . The curre nt temperatur e 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 convenie nt backlig ht feature for easy temper ature 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. Otherw ise, the unit will turn off automatica lly after 10 minutes if no buttons are press ed and there is no change in temper ature.

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 cook ing is don e, repeat the Meat Select ion steps listed abov e

to reprogra m the desi red target temp erat ure.

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

Followingis a chart listingthe 16 types of meat and theirpreset temperatures.

*The USDAdoes NOTrecommend RARE140??F as a safeeatingtemperature.

Specifications:

Temperature Range: 16?? to 302??F or -9?? to 150??C

Resolution: 0.1??F or ??C 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 invalidat e the warranty on this unit and may cause damag e. Other than replacing the batteries, the unit contains no user- servi ceabl e part s.

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- tempe rature range displays: If the measured temper ature is outside the unit???s tempe rature range of 16?? to 302??F or -9?? to 150??C, 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.

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