Maverick XR-50 Extended Range Wireless BBQ & Meat Thermometer

Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the MODEL XR-50 EXTENDED RANGE WIRELESS BBQ & MEAT THERMOMETER, a programmable radio frequency food thermometer. You will now be able to remotely monitor the temperature of grilling food and the temperature inside your grill from up to 500 ft away.

Components

• 1 - Receiver unit
• 1 - Transmitter unit
• 2 - Detachable stainless steel 6" long food probes
• 2 - Detachable stainless steel 3" long BBQ probes with clips
• 4 - AAA batteries

Receiver Features

The receiver unit features an LCD screen displaying temperature readings, battery status, and alarm indicators. It has a stand/hanger mechanism on the back and magnets for attachment. Two buttons are located on the front.

• LCD Displays: Shows all icons, temperature for all 4 probes.
• BATTERY COMPARTMENT: Holds 2 AAA batteries.
• STAND/HANGER: Swings out to allow the receiver to stand on a tabletop or hang.
• MAGNETS: Allows you to affix to any magnetic surface.

Buttons

• °F/°C: Press and hold for 2 seconds to switch between Fahrenheit or Celsius display.
• [Power Button]: Press to turn the unit on. Press and hold for 2 seconds to turn off the receiver.
• Resync: Press °F/°C and [Power Button] together to resync.

Pressing any button turns on the LCD back light for approximately 10 seconds.

Transmitter Features

The transmitter unit also has an LCD screen showing probe temperatures and status. It includes a battery compartment, magnets for mounting, and a stand/hanger. Four probe ports are visible on the front.

• LCD Displays: Shows all icons, temperature for all 4 probes.
• BATTERY COMPARTMENT: Holds 2 AAA batteries.
• STAND/HANGER: Swings out to allow the receiver to stand on a tabletop or hang.
• MAGNETS: Allows you to affix to any magnetic surface.
• Temperature range of probe: 14°F to 572°F (-10°C to 300°C)

Buttons

• Probe Buttons 1,2,3,4: Press any button twice to set the High and Low Alarm temperatures. A long press (2 seconds) in Alarm mode turns off the Alarm for that probe. (Example: long press button 1 turns off alarm for probe 1).
• Down / UP: Press to lower or raise the Alarm temperatures.
• Alarm: Press to activate or deactivate the Alarm mode for All probes.
• Set: Press to lock in High/Low Alarm temperature.
• °F/°C: Press to switch between Fahrenheit or Celsius display.
• [Power/Resync Button]: Press to turn the unit on or off. Press and hold for 2 seconds to re-sync with the receiver.

Pressing any button turns on the LCD back light for approximately 10 seconds.

Installing Batteries

Open the battery compartment of the receiver and transmitter by pulling the hinged battery door off at the very top of the units. Insert two "AAA" batteries with correct polarity. Align the battery door and snap the hinge shut at the top.

Insta-Sync Technology

With both units off, sync the receiver with the transmitter by pressing the power button on the receiver and then the transmitter, or the transmitter and then the receiver. The order does not matter.

• Resync the transmitter to the receiver by pressing and holding the resync button for 2 seconds.
• Resync the receiver to the transmitter by pressing and holding the °F/°C and power button together for 2 seconds.

Loss Link Alarm

A loss of signal alarm will be silent flashing after 48 seconds on the receiver and will flash silently for 3 minutes before becoming audible. This gives the receiver a few minutes to resync before notifying you, which makes the receiver more convenient to use when close to the receiver's range limit.

Set up the Unit

The XR-50 4 Probe Extended Range BBQ Thermometer comes with 2 waterproof 3" long hybrid meat/BBQ probes and 2 waterproof 6" long hybrid probes.

• Insert probe jacks into their corresponding color plug-ins on the transmitter unit.
• Press the power button on the transmitter and then press it on the receiver. You can also turn the receiver on first and then the transmitter.
• Wait for the temperatures that will be displayed on the transmitter to also appear on the receiver.
• Set Alarm temperatures on the transmitter.

Alarms for Probes

Alarms for Probe 1 and 2 are set at the factory for monitoring a smoker with High of 250°F and Low of 220°F. Probes 3 and 4 are set at the factory to monitor meat with High of 160°F and Low of 32°F (the Low alarm alert is bypassed).

1. Press the PROBE 1, 2, 3, or 4 button. The probe temperature will flash, and the square around the probe number (P#) will also flash.
2. Press the same button again; the HIGH temperature alert will flash.
3. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to RAISE or LOWER the high temperature alert.
4. Press SET to lock the new high temperature alert. The low alert temperature will then flash.
5. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to RAISE or LOWER the low temperature alert.
6. Press SET to lock the new low alert temperature. Nothing will be flashing.

Note: If you want to set only the high temperature alert for meat, press the PROBE button again instead of using [UP] or [DOWN]. The low temperature alert will automatically go to 32°F. Press SET to lock it in.

Repeat for the other 3 probes.

Press the ALARM button to turn on the alerts for all probes.

In ALARM mode, press and hold the PROBE 1, 2, 3, or 4 button to disable the alarm for that probe ONLY.

Pressing ALARM again will also disable ALL of the probe alarms.

Note: Programmed alerts will be remembered when the device is turned off.

Set up the Grill

Place meat on the grill rack.

• Insert the 6" food probe sensor into the center of the thickest portion of the meat. Avoid touching bone or heavy fat areas.
• Clip one of the 3" BBQ probes to the grill rack to monitor grill temperature using the provided clip. We recommend placing the probe about two inches away from the meat for the most accurate reading.
• Position the probe sensor wires so they will not come into contact with flames and exit the grill without being pinched or crushed by the cover.
• Stand/hang the transmitter away from the heat source of the grill. DO NOT place the transmitter on a closed cover or under the cover. The transmitter is water-resistant for use in rain when all four probes are installed, but should not be immersed in water.

Helpful Hints

If the receiver and transmitter display LL.L or HH.H instead of the probe temperature, the probe has reached a temperature outside of its useful range.

• If HH.H is displayed, remove the probe from the BBQ/grill and wait for the probe to reach room temperature. You should also cool your BBQ/grill down.
• If LL.L is displayed while the probe is inserted into meat, it's likely the meat is below 32°F. You can give your meat time to warm up or remove the probe and let it come to room temperature.
• If LL.L or HH.H is still displayed after these actions, it is likely the internal probe wire has shorted out, either through moisture or heat damage.

Do not allow the probe or probe wire to come into contact with flames.

Within the warranty period, return defective probes to the address below along with your return address, and Maverick will send you a replacement probe at no charge.

Note on reading meat temps: If the temperature displayed seems too high or increases too quickly, check to ensure the probe tip is not poking through the food to the outside. Reposition the probe tip in the center of the thickest part of the food. Avoid touching bone or heavy fat areas.

Cautions

• Always wear a heat-resistant glove to touch the stainless steel probe sensors or wires during or just after cooking. Do not touch with bare hands.
• Keep the stainless steel probe sensors and wires away from children.

Cleaning

• Wash the metal probe tips with hot soapy water and dry thoroughly.
• Wipe the transmitter and receiver with a damp cloth. Do not immerse either in water.
• Do not expose the plugs of the stainless steel probes or the plug-in holes of the transmitter to water or any liquid, as this will result in a bad connection and faulty readings.
• Do not expose the receiver or transmitter to direct heat or surfaces.
• Do not use stainless steel probes in a microwave oven.

The Barbecue Thermometer registers temperatures as low as 14°F (-10°C) and as high as 572°F (300°C). LL.L will be displayed below 14°F and HH.H will be displayed above 572°F. Do not use the stainless probe sensor above 572°F, as doing so will deteriorate the wire.

Not intended for use by persons ages 12 and under.

LIMITED 1 YEAR WARRANTY

Maverick Industries, Inc. warrants the XR-50 Thermometer to be free of defects in parts, materials, and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase. Should any repairs or servicing under this warranty be required, contact Maverick Customer Service by email or mail for instructions on how to pack and ship the XR-50 Thermometer to Maverick's National Service Center.

Maverick Customer Service
94 Mayfield Ave.
Edison NJ 08837
Telephone: (732) 417-9666
email: help@maverickhousewares.com

Do not send any parts or product to Maverick without obtaining a Return Authorization Number and instructions. This warranty is VOID if instructions for use are not followed; for accidental damage; for commercial use; for damage incurred while in transit; or if the XR-50 Thermometer has been tampered with. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Replacement Probes

In-warranty stainless steel probes will be replaced free of charge.

To purchase out-of-warranty replacement probes, mail a check to the address below and specify probe type:

• PR-50F 6" Food Probe - $12.00/ea
• PR-50BBQ 3" Barbecue Probe - $12.00/ea

All prices include shipping & handling. NJ residents add 7% sales tax.

Attn Customer Service
Maverick Industries, Inc.
94 Mayfield Ave.
Edison NJ 08837