Digital Touch-Screen BBQ & Smoker Thermometer
ITEM#: THM-399
USE & CARE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE, READ CAREFULLY.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
If this is your first time using the Digital Touch-Screen BBQ & Smoker Thermometer please be sure to remove the protective insulation tape from the battery compartment and
protective sheet from the LCD screen before use.
TO INSTALL / CHANGE BATTERY
Warning: batteries may pose a choking hazard. Do not let children handle batteries.
This item uses two AA batteries. In order to ensure proper performance, be sure to replace batteries as a simultaneous set. Batteries should be removed from the item if
consumed or if the product is to be left unused for a duration of time. It is recommended to clean all battery contacts prior to installation. Do not mix old and new batteries.
Do not mix alkaline, standard (Carbon-Zinc), or rechargeable (Nickel Cadmium) batteries.
Always purchase the correct size and grade of battery most suitable for the intended use.
Replace all batteries of a set at the same time.
Ensure all batteries are installed correctly with regard to polarity (+ and -).
Remove used batteries promptly.
1. Battery door is located on the back of the unit.
2. Slide and lift open the battery cover to remove.
3. Insert two AA size batteries as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and -).
4. Replace battery door, sliding back onto the unit until it snaps in place.
DISPOSAL OF USED BATTERIES
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materials will help conserve natural resources. For more information about collection and recycling of used batteries, please contact your local municipality, your
waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased this product.
POWER ON/OFF:
The Power button is located on the right hand side of the main housing, just above the jack for the Air Temp Probe. Press and hold the 0 button for two seconds to turn the
unit on. Press again for two seconds to turn the unit off. It is recommended to keep the thermometer OFF while not in use.
NOTE: the unit will automatically turn off when inactive and the ambient temperature remains between 32 to 104°F (Oto 40°C) for 30 minutes.
TO READ IN FAHRENHEIT OR CELSIUS DEGREES:
1. Remove the battery door from the back of the unit.
2. Just under the battery compartment is a black switch.
3. Move the switch to the desired reading mode (°C to the left or °F to the right).
4. Replace battery door, sliding back onto the unit until it snaps in place.
NOTE TEMPERATURE RANGE: -58°F ~ 572°F (-50°C ~ 300“C)
TEMP ALERT:
On the right side of the main housing is the TEMP ALERT switch. Move the switch to ON to be alerted when the MEAT TEMP has reached the SET TEMP. Move the switch to
the OFF position to disable the alert.
GENERAL SMOKING INSTRUCTIONS:
Be sure to plug the thermometer probes into their appropriate jacks on the right side of the unit for proper use.
1. Insert the Ultra Probe into the MEAT TEMP jack. Be sure the probe is securely plugged into the display unit. If "LLL" or "HHH" appears below COOK TEMP, the probe has not
been plugged in properly.
2. Insert the Air Temp Probe into the AIR TEMP jack. If "LLL" or "HHH" appears below AIR TEMP, the probe has not been plugged in properly.
3. Press and hold @ for two (2) seconds, until FOOD flashes.
4. Press either Q o r Q to change food selections.
5. Once the meat type has been selected, press @ until doneness flashes.
6. Press either Q o r Q t o change doneness selections. The preset cooking temperature will display under COOKING TEMP and the preset air temperature will display under
AIR TEMP.
7. Press (ft) to save settings.
PGM (programmable setting) can be set to the user's preferred temperature.
TO USE THE PGM FUNCTION
• Press @ until 'PGM' appears under FOOD in the upper left hand corner of the screen.
• Press@again and the numbers under COOKING TEMP, SET will flash on the screen.
• Press eitherQ o r Q until desired temperature appears on screen. To scroll quickly, simply press and hold th e Q or Q button.
• Press@a third time to set the desired AIR TEMP range. The numbers next to 'High' will flash.
• Press either Q o r Q u n til desired High AIR TEMP appears on screen. To scroll quickly, simply press and hold the Q or Q button.
• Press@again to set the lowest desired AIR TEMP. The numbers next to 'Low' will flash.
• Press either Q o r Q u n til desired Low AIR TEMP appears on screen. To scroll quickly, simply press and hold th e Q or Q button.
• Press@one last time to save settings.
8. Insert the tip of the ULTRA PROBE (the probe monitoring Meat Temperature) into the center of the thickest part of the meat. Be careful not to let the probe touch any
bones, very fatty areas or cooking surfaces as this may cause an inaccurate reading.
9. Secure the AIR TEMP probe on the grill grate using supplied Grate Clip. Be sure to place probe away from meat and/or side of grill lid for proper temperature reading.
10. When the meat reaches its preset temperature / doneness level, the thermometer will alert with FOUR beeps in a row, repeated until the alarm is muted.
11. If the AIR TEMP is ever out of range, the thermometer will alert with TWO beeps in a row, repeated until the alarm is muted.
12. To mute the alarm, press either the (#) - Q o r Q buttons
NOTE: the backlighting displays for 30-seconds. Simply press any button on the touch-screen display to illuminate.
