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How do I calibrate my dial thermometer?

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Check the cabinet temperature by using an accurate hand-held dial or digital thermometer placed next to the thermometer sensing bulb (located in the upper right hand corner of the cabinet). If the dial thermometer on the cabinet grill matches the test thermometer (+/-10F), do not adjust. If temperatures do not match (+/-10F), remove the dial thermometer lens with a small screwdriver. To adjust the temperature needle, insert a small screwdriver in the slotted screw on the needle.
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How do you calibrate a thermometer?

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You cannot calibrate a liquid in glass thermometer in the truest sense of the word; however, you can report the offset and allow the end user to apply the correction when making a temperature measurement. Thermocouple, RTD, thermistor, and SPRT probes can usually be annealed in order to relieve the mechanical strain.
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If food is taking longer to cook than it used to or if your thermometer is showing 200 degrees before you even start the fire, then there is a very good chance that your thermometer is out of calibration. If you think you are cooking at 250 degrees but are actually cooking at 200 degrees due to a mis-calibrated thermometer, food is going to take much longer to cook that you expect. The dial to the BGE thermometer will rotate if you hold the stem and then twist the dial.
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How do I calibrate and set the alarm on my digital thermometer?

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Victory's digital display thermometers have a sensing range of -40°F to 220°F, which allows it to be used in a wide variety of applications. Setting the alarm control properly is accomplished by installing the jumper on the "HI" (high temperature alert for refrigerators and freezers) or "LO" (low temperature alert for warmers) pin. Note: The digital thermometer has a built-in delay that displays changes every two (2) minutes.
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Question: Can I calibrate my thermometer, and how do I do that?

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Answer: Digital thermometers cannot be calibrated. Some dial thermometers can be calibrated. The directions for this will be in the instructions that came with the instrument.
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How often should I calibrate my mechanical thermometer?

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Mechanical thermometers should be calibrated every day. Beyond that, you should calibrate them in the event that the thermometer has been exposed to extreme temperature changes or has fallen from a work surface (at which time sanitation is paramount as well).
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Frequently Asked Foodservice Operators Questions
Mechanical thermometers should be calibrated every day using an ice slurry or boiling point method. Beyond that, you should calibrate them in the event that the thermometer has been exposed to extreme temperature changes or has fallen from a work surface (at which time sanitation is paramount as well).
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How often should I calibrate my instrument?

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What is considered "normal" sensor weight loss? [Applicable to LD, RM, and PLC Series continuous monitoring systems, and portable sensors for formaldehyde and hydrazine]
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Can I calibrate a module myself?

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Sure, every module that requires calibration comes with calibration instructions. Usually this takes a good frequency counter, volt meter (4+ digits), oscilloscope, and a precise voltage source (+/-1mv). All modules are calibrated before shipping with very accurate test equipment so you don't have to worry about this, but many people like to know what all of those trim-pots are for on the PCB. Many modules require no calibration at all.
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How often do I have to calibrate?

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Calibrating Vulcan On-Board Scales is a simple process. Once initially calibrated, you may never have to calibrate again.
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Industrial Scientific FAQs
Gas detection instruments are potential life-saving devices. Recognizing this fact, Industrial Scientific Corporation recommends that a functional ("bump") test be performed on every instrument prior to each day's use. A functional test is defined as a brief exposure of the monitor to a known concentration of gas(es) for the purpose of verifying sensor and alarm operation and is not intended to be a measure of the accuracy of the instrument.
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Why do I have to calibrate?

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Calibration is like buying a watch and setting the time for the first time. Glucose sensors are similar in nature. To initialize a glucose sensor, you need to enter a meter reading to give the system a starting point. And, just as a watch needs to be adjusted occasionally, so does a glucose sensor. You need to enter at least two meter readings a day – once every 12 hours.
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What is the accuracy of the ear thermometer?

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The Omron Instant Ear Thermometer is hospital tested and meets the American Society for Testing and Materials accuracy requirement. For the measurement range of 98.0º to 102.0º F the accuracy is +/- 0.2ºF.
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How can I calibrate the speed and/or incline of my machine?

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To calibrate the speed and/or incline, please refer to the instructions that are under the motor hood cover or are mounted on the inside of the belly pan. Be sure to unplug your machine. If the instructions are not there, please contact our customer service department at 1-888-533-1333 while you are near your machine. Make sure the heart rate monitor is under your clothing, against your skin, and as high under the pectoral muscles as is comfortable.
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How do I clean the casing and protect the thermometer from damage?

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Wipe the casing with a soft dry cloth to clean the body of the thermometer. Never use any abrasive type cleaners or submerge the thermometer in water or any other liquids. Do not expose the thermometer to extreme temperatures, humidity, direct sunlight or shock. Always store your thermometer in a clean, dry place at room temperature. Fingerprints, ear wax or dirt will impede the accuracy of the thermometer.
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How does the Omron Instant Ear Thermometer work?

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The Omron Instant Ear Thermometer detects the infrared heat given off by the eardrum and surrounding tissues. It converts this heat into an equivalent oral temperature in one second.
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What causes a low reading when using an ear thermometer?

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The temperature taking technique is the general cause for a low reading. We recommend that you practice using the ear thermometer on yourself and other family members when you are healthy. This will improve your technique and you will feel more confident of the measurement you take when someone is ill. Completely read the instruction manual. A low reading can be caused by an ear infection.
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How does the Microlife ear thermometer work?

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The Microlife ear thermometer measures infrared energy radiated from the eardrum and the surrounding tissue. This energy is collected through the lens and converted to the correct temperature value.
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Can the Microlife infrared ear thermometer harm you in any way?

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No, Microlife ear thermometers does not sending out any waves or heat at any time. It only acts as a receiver of heat. If the ear is inflamed or an ear infection is present, it is recommended the measurement be taken in the other ear or a standard digital thermometer should be used orally, underarm or rectally as appropriate. Microlife's ear thermometer measurements are comparable to an oral temperature from a quality thermometer.
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Is the Microlife ear thermometer as accurate as hospital devices?

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The accuracy of Microlife ear thermometers has been proven in clinics. Microlife ear thermometers are at least as accurate as the more expensive hospital devices. The Microlife Ear Thermometer is manufactured to meet the same international standards as hospital devices. The difference to a hospital unit is the design. Hospital devices are more robust and thus less sensitive against falling down. They are delivered with solid wall brackets, comprehensive probe cover supply devices, etc.
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What should I do with the mercury from a broken thermometer so no one gets poisoned?

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If mercury is spilled and not cleaned up, it vaporizes. These fumes are poisonous if breathed. Any spilled mercury should be cleaned up immediately to prevent vaporization. Call the GPC for advice on cleaning up spilled mercury.
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