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Response time of the Chaney 03158 thermometer is a rapid 5 to 10 seconds. Attesting to
this thermometer's quality is the fact that it's NSF®
Certified. NSF International is an
independent, non-profit company dedicated to public health and safety
and a leader in standards development and certification. To
ensure maximum accuracy,
the 03158 can be quickly and easily calibrated. On
the dial in red are a Freeze Test marker at 32 °F and a Boil Test
marker at 212°F. To check the thermometer for accuracy and calibrate it
if needed, immerse the probe 2 inches into an ice bath or boiling water
for 30 seconds. Without removing the probe, grip the calibration nut at
the base of the probe by hand and rotate the thermometer to correct the
error. By the way, the boiling point of water is 212°F at sea level,
and it decreases as altitude increases. Thus, if you are significantly
above sea level, it's better to use an ice bath when calibrating the
thermometer because the freezing point of water doesn't change with
altitude. Even though
the silicone shell on the 03158 can withstand temperatures up to 500 °F,
this thermometer is an instant read unit and thus not oven safe. Do
not leave it in your oven, rotisserie, microwave, or grill during
the cooking cycle. Included
with the Chaney Instrument 03158 Instant Read Thermometer is a handy plastic sheath with
pocket clip for transportation and storage. For handy reference,
the USDA recommended internal temperatures for common meat types
are printed on the
sheath. A table with more extensive meat and fowl listings is on
the back of the 03158's package. The 03158 is covered by a
manufacturer's 1-year limited warranty.
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