ThermoPro TP16S Digital Food Thermometer

Key Definitions

Probe Socket: Insert Probe into the corresponding socket to measure meat temperature.

LCD Screen: Displays temperature, count down timer and other information.

Buttons:

• °F/°C Button: Press once to turn ON/OFF the Unit. Press and hold for 2 seconds to display temperature readings in Celsius or Fahrenheit.
• ▲ Button: Press to increase desired cooking temperature or time. Press and hold to rapidly scroll through digits.
• ▼ Button: Press to decrease desired cooking temperature or time. Press and hold to rapidly scroll through digits.
• MEAT/SET Button: Press to select meat type and doneness levels. Press again to confirm selection.
• TIMER/ST./SP. Button: Used for timer functions (setting, starting, stopping, clearing).
• Backlight Button: Touch once to turn ON/OFF the backlight.

Device Features:

• Flip out Countertop Stand: Allows user to place device on countertop.
• Magnet: Allows user to stick device to a metal surface (e.g., oven/BBQ).
• Battery Compartment: Holds one AAA battery.

Features & Specifications

• Programmable alert with preset temperatures recommended by USDA for specific foods.
• Stainless-steel probes with steel mesh cable to measure and monitor meat temperatures.
• Temperature Range of Probe: 14°F to 572°F (-10°C to 300°C).
• Temperature Tolerance of Internal Food Reading: ±1.8°F (±1.0°C).
• 99-hour and 59-minute countdown timer.
• Temperature readings in °F or °C.
• Flip-out counter top stand and magnet included.
• Uses 1 x AAA battery (included).
• Note: Ambient temperature readings above 200°F (93°C) are accurate to within 2°F to 5°F (1.1°C to 2.7°C) when the probe is not inserted into food.

Battery Installation/Set Up

• Slide open the battery compartment door on the back of the unit.
• Insert one (1) AAA battery according to the polarity markings.
• Replace the battery compartment door.
• Remove the printed vinyl label from the LCD screen.

Important Notes/Warning

• This product is not for use in microwave ovens.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not touch hot probe or wire with bare hands or just after cooking. Always wear a heat-resistant glove.
• Do not expose probe directly to flame, as this will cause wire deterioration.
• When not in use, press the [power-symbol] button to conserve the battery.
• Use a good quality alkaline battery and replace it often. A weak battery can cause accuracy loss. Dispose of exhausted batteries safely.
• A food thermometer assists in proper food preparation but does not guard against unsafe food handling practices. Always follow proper food preparation techniques.
• The stainless-steel wire probe should not be exposed to oven temperatures exceeding 716°F (380°C).
• Do not let probe or cable come into direct contact with oven elements, as this will result in faulty readings and/or damage.
• If temperature exceeds or falls below measurable ranges, the LCD screen will display "HHH" (above range) or "LLL" (below range).

Operating Instructions

Using the Cooking Thermometer:

• Clean the stainless temperature probe with hot water and soap; rinse clean. Do not submerge the probe and cable in water as the probe/cable connection is not waterproof.
• Plug the temperature probe into the corresponding socket on the right side of the device.
• Ensure the probe cable is free of knots and the connector is fully plugged into the socket. (If the probe is not plugged in properly or is crimped, the display will show "LLL".)
• Press and hold the °F/°C button for 2 seconds to display the temperature in °F or °C.

Setting Desired Cooking Temperatures:

• Choose Quick Temperature Setting or User-defined Temperature Setting.
• Insert the probe tip at least 2"/5cm into the thickest part of the meat, not near bone or gristle.
• Place food into the oven. Before closing the oven door, ensure enough slack in the steel mesh cable to prevent the probe from being pulled out. Position the device on a stable surface outside the oven and ensure it is firmly connected to the probes.
• To prevent device damage, do not place it on a hot surface.
• An audible alert will sound when the internal food temperature reaches the set temperature. Press any button to stop the alert.
• Before removing food, disconnect the steel mesh cables from the device. Handle hot probes and wires with heat-resistant gloves.

Quick Temperature Setting

Your digital cooking thermometer is pre-programmed with temperatures for various meats and doneness levels based on USDA recommendations:

• Poultry: 165°F
• Beef Well: 170°F
• Veal/Pork: 170°F
• Beef Medium: 160°F
• Ham: 160°F
• Beef Med Rare/Fish: 145°F

To select a meat type:

• Press the MEAT/SET button.
• Use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to scroll through meat types.
• Press MEAT/SET again to confirm your selection. (If no confirmation within 10 seconds, the device automatically confirms.)

To change preset temperatures or set User-defined temperature:

• Press the ▲ or ▼ buttons to adjust the temperature setting.
• Alternatively, press MEAT/SET, then the ⚙️ mode, then ▲ or ▼ to set the temperature.
• NOTE: If ⚙️ is displayed, the temperature is user-defined.

Preset Temperature Cooking Chart

Countdown Timer

Your countdown timer can be used whether the thermometer is in operation or not. The third row of the screen displays timer information.

To set the timer:

• Press and hold TIMER/ST./SP. for 3 seconds to enter timer mode.
• When hours are flashing, use ▲ and ▼ to set desired hours, then press TIMER/ST./SP. to confirm.
• Minutes will flash; use ▲ and ▼ to set desired minutes, then press TIMER/ST./SP. to confirm.
• Press TIMER/ST./SP. again to start the timer.
• If there is no operation for 30 seconds in timer mode, the device will exit the setting state.
• Once set, press TIMER/ST./SP. to start or stop the timer.
• When the timer is active, ":" and " are flashing.
• When the timer reaches 00:00, an alarm "di-di" will sound. Press any button to silence the alarm. The device has a timing memory and will display the original timer setting when TIMER/ST./SP. is pressed to silence the alarm.
• To clear the timer: Press TIMER/ST./SP. to stop the timer, then press and hold TIMER/ST./SP. for 3 seconds.