The little inside thermometer is about 7 degrees higher than the one on the top of the unit. Which one should I use?
53617
I found that the unit is totally unreliable, the heater will not hold its temp,I seen up to an 8 degree variation and lost 2 clutches..I stopped using it..good luck!
53618
You can pick up a digital one on here pretty cheap, that's what I use. I've found both included are slightly off.
53619
I'd use the inside one.Also try using a paper towel core and a led flashlight to check eggs.
2068150
I was wondering the same thing. i bought FIVE of them, and they are all different. For example temp 72 72.5 73 72.8 or 74.2 similar within 8% on humidity, which to me is quite a difference. I let them sit in the same room for five days and they did get a little closer, within 5% of each other.
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I believe this is a defective Thermometer. We could not get it to work properly and the instructions are inconsistent with their directions. Sorry you are having a problem. We ended up purchasing a clock that sets by satellite with a temperature gauge reading as well that we used for the room temperature and then we purchased a whelping heater that had a built in temperature setting.
1393674
The temperature is taken by the thin part of the thermometer. All of the thin tip can be used to get an accurate measurement.
1029469
Interesting question. You might try the Taylor site. My past experience has been that the calibration isn't correct if it is replaced. My friend upgraded to this unit when his failed. I will probably follow suit. ChefAlarm by ThermoWorks - (Red)
342662
Either, both will work just fine. There does not seem to be a cut off or automatic indicator, so you have to watch the cooking time by raising the lid
556279
Most thermometers and thermocouples have an immersion depth that should be used. Rule of thumb is 7-10 times the sheath diameter (probe diameter). This is due to losing heat to surrounding through conduction.
240620
If you check the internet there is an excellent description of the differences between thermometers. I would not interchange them because accuracy will not be there. When you cook or bake you want materials that help you make a good product. A correct thermometer will help you, but it has to be for the right job. Happy cooking.
310218
I don't think there would be any problem with using the solid probe (which is about 7" long) in a high temp. The system registers up to 480 degrees.
845330
The newer one gives the room temp as well. The older one is just a motion sensor
899035
Virtually anything that raises the temperature to the recommended range will work. Does not have to be constant, but be above minimum and below maximum - use thermometer and try it out!
52082
This particular burner does not let me know how many degrees up or down the temperature goes. I think the more expensive models are more precise.
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LL on freezer thermometer indicates that the interior freezer temp is so low that the thermometer cannot read it. Try raising the freezer temperature control one degree. This is what I did and the thermometer displayed -1F.
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I agree with the other posters - it's all about the temperature you are exposing it to. As long as it stays under the rated temp (392), you're good to go. Going over that temp will ruin the thermometer (I know, I've done it not once, but TWICE). If you want a high-heat thermometer, check out thermoworks.com, but they are very expensive :(
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The probes furnished with the thermometer would not stand up to 392F. I would go with the temperatures listed by Taylor. The instructions on setting the high and low settings and alarm times leave something to be desired. Once you figure out how to set it, the thermometer works very well. I use them on HVAC equipment and recirculating hot water heating systems to measure supply and return temperatures. By checking the temperatures several times a day, I make sure the equipment is operating correctly.
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After wondering "what the heck" that when I wanted to raise the temp to 59 degrees from 54 that you click the up arrow to 59 and it reverts to 54. This is the internal temp. Wait a while for it to warm up to the selected temp. It is now running at 59 and comes on less often. Instructions were in the manual.
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Mine was off by two degrees. It was an easy correction and make sure you keep a thermometer in your fridge any way you decide to go. The difference in temp can also be affected by where you store your fridge and where you place the probe.