Care and Precautions

1.Always read instructions thoroughly to ensure that you have the full benefit of all the unit's features.

2.Sterilize thermometer stem each time before use.

3.Use caution while heating or pouring hot water to avoid injury, such as from splashing or spilling the water.

4.Use caution while handling the thermometer. Always wear a heat resistant glove when touching the thermometer stem during or just after use. DO NOT TOUCH WITH BARE HANDS!

5.DO NOT immerse the thermometer head in water, or pour water directly on the thermometer head, as doing so will cause damage to internal components and void the warranty. If you spill liquid on it, dry it immediately with a soft, lintfree cloth.

6.DO NOT wash in a dishwasher. This unit is not dishwasher safe. Damage will void warranty. Wipe clean with a damp cloth. Grease or other hard-to remove soil can be removed with a scouring pad. DO NOT clean the unit with abrasive or corrosive materials. This may scratch the plastic parts and corrode the electronic circuits.

7.DO NOT use this thermometer in a microwave oven.

8.DO NOT tamper with the unit's internal components. Doing so will invalidate the warranty on this unit and may cause damage. Other than replacing the battery, the unit contains no user-serviceable parts.

9.DO NOT subject the unit to excessive force, shock, dust, temperature or humidity. This may result in malfunction, shorter electronic life span, damaged battery and distorted parts.

10.Do not expose the thermometer head to: water, direct heat, a hot surface or direct sunlight. This may cause damage to the plastic casing or the electric circuits and components inside.

11.DO NOT keep the unit too close to objects that continuously generate high heat (such as a hot plate) for long periods of time. This may cause the unit to overheat.

12.Do not dispose of batteries in fire. Batteries may explode or leak. Remove the battery if the thermometer will not be used for a long period of time.

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