Thermometer

flymed7 · August 2010

I am trying to calibrate my dome thermometer, and I stuck it in a pan of boiling water. It only read to about 180. So, how do I get it set at 212? The little nut on the back won't turn, and I am afraid to break it.
Thanks!

THA · August 2010

Hold the nut with a small wrench and turn the outer dial

flymed7 · August 2010

Thanks!!!

flymed7 · August 2010

So, now at room temp, it's saying 110. But it reads 212 when in water. So, I guess it's no big deal that the starting temp is off?

flymed7 · August 2010

So, now at room temp, it's saying 110. But it reads 212 when in water. So, I guess it's no big deal that the starting temp is off?

BBQMaven · August 2010

That's normal... as long as you have it set for boiling point...

I don't "clip" mine in the dome, I leave mine loose (with the clip attached to the stem) so I can pull it out of dome and check the dome temp with my thermopen

WessB · August 2010

also..dont let the tip of the therm touch the metal of the pan while calibrating..it should only be in contact with the boiling water..

Jeffersonian · August 2010

That's the kicker, flymed, you're only sure that it's correct when it's at or very near the 212* reference temperature you used to adjust it. I wouldn't trust it anything higher than 250*, myself. Get a Tel-Tru.

beerguy · August 2010

I agree with the advice to replace the BGE thermometer with a Tel-Tru. I went through two BGE thermometers within the first six weeks of owning my BGE. The Tel-Tru appears to be far more accurate and is easier to read. No more over cooked meat for me!

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