Fluke FoodPro Plus Infrared Food Thermometers
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1. Title Page Product StateMent ccceeceeeeeeseeseeeeeneeeeaes 1 FoodPro Plus Specifications and Features 2 Proper Application and Operation 4 Before You Start cccccccssecesssseeeeeseeeeseees 4 Noncontact Infrared Mode s e 4 Mode Selection ccccsceceseeseeeesseeeeessees 5 Probe Moden seredan ee sh oaen eee eee 5 Countdown Timer Mode cceeeeeeeeeeeee 6 HACCP Check ccc ccceeeeceeeeeeeceeeseneeeeseenees 7 Noncontact Temperature Measurement Applications c13 centile este talent esiestes 8 Measuring Liquid Temperatures 8 Measuring Packaged Products in Cold Storage Cases ccccceccceesseeeeessseeeeseneeesees 9 Measuring Food at the Receiving Dock 10 Measuring Food in Holding and Serving ALC AS tencse dda oe eneee eaae Ree OE Ee TIa 10 Field Verification of Accuracy sece 10 Infrared IRT and Probe channels RTD 10 Cold Temperature Verification Check 10 Hot Temperature Verification Check 11 Field Of View ceceseccspecagheseeeiin dead hevechate atetevess 12 Operating and Ambient Temperature Range 13 Response Time cis ccc sceiuned ea t 13 Humidity sociale ea 14 EMISSIVITY 2 5 e e Ue EEE 14 Setting Changing C and F Temperature SCalS EAEE Son teeth retell 14 Selecting the C Scale cecessceseeeeeeeees 14 Selecting the F Scale ceeseceeeeceeeeees 15 Cleaning I2. food samples to avoid cross contamination Countdown Timer Mode The food safety thermometer has a built in countdown timer to conveniently monitor cooking cooling and critical exposure times as well as Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points HACCP inspection intervals HACCP principles and good food safety practices require monitoring the length of time perishable foods are exposed to temperatures that may support rapid bacterial growth Noncontact Food Safety Thermometer Proper Application and Operation To set the countdown timer press the SELECT button until the timer icon is displayed Figure 5 Press the SET button once to enter the set mode SET on display blinks Press the SET button a second time to clear and increment the timer value The timer value increases initially by 10 second intervals then by minutes and hours The timer can be set for a maximum of 7 hours and 59 minutes Once the desired timer value is set pressing the ON button will start and stop the countdown An alarm will sound for approximately 30 seconds when the timer reaches zero Note The timer can be activated and running in the background indicated by the flashing timer icon during either IR or Probe measurements or when the display is off Pressing any button will silence the sounding alarm To clear the displayed timer value press the SET button once to enter set mode and a second time to Zero the timer value HACCP Check Thi
3. FLUKE FoodPro Plus Noncontact Food Safety Thermometer Users Manual June 2005 Rev 2 11 11 2005 2011 Fluke Corporation All rights reserved All product names are trademarks of their respective companies LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY This Fluke product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase This warranty does not cover fuses disposable batteries or damage from accident neglect misuse alteration contam ination or abnormal conditions of operation or handling Resellers are not authorized to extend any other warranty on Fluke s behalf To obtain service during the warranty period contact your nearest Fluke authorized service cen ter to obtain return authorization information then send the product to that Service Center with a description of the problem THIS WARRANTY IS YOUR ONLY REMEDY NO OTHER WARRANTIES SUCH AS FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED FLUKE IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INDIRECT INCI DENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE OR THEORY Since some states or countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of an implied warranty or of incidental or consequential dam ages this limitation of liability may not apply to you Fluke Corporation Fluke Europe B V P O Box 9090 P O Box 1186 Everett WA 98206 9090 5602 BD Eindhoven U S A The Netherlands 11 99 Table of Contents
4. adequate for the procedure 2 Repeat steps two and three from above Note Due to evaporative cooling on the surface of the hot water it is particularly important that the surface of the water be continually stirred while making the IR measurement Figure 9 11 FoodPro Plus Users Manual ebq12 eps Figure 9 Hot Temperature Verification Check Using this method the noncontact IRT channel should be considered accurately calibrated if the reading is within 2 C 3 5 F of the reference probe s reading the unit s probe reading should be within 0 5 C 1 F of the reference probe reading Cautions Hold the noncontact thermometer outside the rim of the cup approximately 3 inches from the surface of the water e Avoid steam condensation on the unit s lens If condensation forms carefully wipe the lens or let it dry at room temperature and resume measurement Field of View The ideal working range of the noncontact thermometer IRT is between 25 mm and 250 mm 1 and 10 inches or the field of view from the target to the unit divided by 2 The built in target illumination beam helps to indicate the measurement area To ensure accurate measurements the measurement target must fill or exceed the field of view When conditions permit move in closer to the subject Figure 10 12 Noncontact Food Safety Thermometer Field Verification of Accuracy ebq13 eps Figure 10 Noncontact Thermometer Wo
5. al temperature measurements Contact a Fluke service center for repair Heat from stovetops pans or other hot surfaces don t set it on the stove 17 FoodPro Plus Users Manual Certifications CE NSF CMC This instrument conforms to the following standards e EN 61326 1 Electromagnetic Emissions and Susceptibility e EN 61010 1 General Safety e IP54 cE We 00000298 18
6. capturing the emitted energy from water oils shortening fat vegetables as well as frozen partially frozen and refrigerated products in boxes and plastic containers Note Shiny metal surfaces such as polished or stainless steel have low emissivities and reflect the energy of their surrounding resulting in inaccurate temperature readings The emissivity of shiny metal surfaces can be enhanced to provide more accurate readings by covering the measurement area with masking tape flat black paint or a coating of shorting or oil Blackened cooking surfaces such as griddles and cast iron pans make good targets Setting Changing C and F Temperature Scales The food safety thermometer can display temperature in either the C Celsius or F Fahrenheit scales The desired scale is selected at the time the battery is installed Selecting the C Scale When the battery is connected to the battery leads the C scale indicator shows on the display for approximately 15 seconds If the SET button is not pressed the unit will time out and default to the C or Celsius scale Selecting the F Scale If the SET button is pressed within 15 seconds of connecting the battery to the battery leads the temperature scale display will toggle to the F scale indicator and the unit will now default to the F or Fahrenheit scale Figure 12 14 Noncontact Food Safety Thermometer Setting Changing C and F Temperature Scales Fo
7. e Measurement Applications Measuring Liquid Temperatures To accurately measure the temperature of liquids and semi liquids such as soup chili salad dressing etc stir the liquid to bring the internal temperature to the surface while taking a measurement with the unit in noncontact mode Steam dust smoke etc can prevent accurate measurement by interfering with the energy emitted from the target To increase the reliability of the measurement do not hold the unit directly over a steaming or smoking product Instead hold the unit back and at an angle to ensure the most accurate measurement Figure 6 ebq09 eps Figure 6 Measuring Liquid Temperatures Measuring Packaged Products in Cold Storage Cases Ideally the temperature of a product should be measured outside of a refrigerated environment whenever possible If it is necessary to measure 8 Noncontact Food Safety Thermometer Noncontact Temperature Measurement Applications the product in a refrigerated environment such as a walk in cooler either make rapid measurements within 1 minute or less or allow 30 minutes for the unit to stabilize in the refrigerated environment above 0 C 32 F before measuring To measure an item within a storage case open the door or curtain and directly scan the product for uniform temperatures The presence of warmer areas may indicate improper stocking resulting in blocked airflow in the cabinet Figure 7 ebq10 ep
8. ms after initial reading Pre set for Food Service Applications Distance to Spot Size Optical 2 5 1 90 energy typical Resolution D S Assumes ambient operating Typical Working Range target 25 mm to 250 mm 1 to 10 illumination Minimum Target Size 12 mm 0 5 Illumination to IR Channel 13 mm 0 52 Offset Temperature Range 40 C to 200 C 40 F to 392 F Accuracy Between 5 C and 65 C Assumes ambient operating 23 F 149 F temperature of 23 C 2 C 0 5 C 1 F USF 4 F Below 5 C 23 F 1 C 2 F Above 65 C 149 F 1 of reading Noncontact Food Safety Thermometer FoodPro Plus Specifications and Features Table 1 Specifications and Features cont Probe cont 7 8 seconds 3 time constants Probe Dimensions 3 0 mm 0 118 Length 80 mm 3 0 Thin Film Platinum Class A RTD Repeatability Within accuracy specifications of the unit Ambient Operating Range 0 C to 50 C 32 F to 122 F Relative Humidity 10 90 5 RH noncondensing 30 C 86 F Storage Temperature 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Weight Dimensions with Battery 165 mm x 32 mm x 50 mm 6 5 x 1 25 x 2 150g 0 33 Ibs Battery Life Alkaline 10 hours minimum 23 C 73 F Target Illumination High Brightness LED Display Resolution 4 digits 0 1 C 0 2 F Display Hold 7 sec hee i LCD Backlit Display Standards Co
9. nforms to EN 61326 1 Electromagnetic Emissions and Susceptibility Criteria B EN 61010 1 General Safety IP54 Sealing hand washable non submersible FoodPro Plus Users Manual Table 1 Specifications and Features cont Certifications CE NSF CMC Accessories Nylon Carrying Pouch QuickStart Guide and Battery 1 Calibration Geometry gt 22 C 144 mm source 200 mm 1 45 1 E 0 97DD lt 25 C 140 mm source 100 mm 0 7 1 E 1 00 BB Proper Application and Operation Before You Start First time users should reference Battery Insertion Replacement before using the unit Noncontact Infrared Mode Pressing and holding the ON button starts the food safety thermometer in noncontact infrared measurement mode The measurement will continue as long as the ON button is depressed indicated by the blinking SCAN When the button is released HOLD appears on the display and the last measurement remains visible for 7 seconds before the display goes blank The unit will display the temperature of an area highlighted by the target illuminator The maximum reading is indicated in the lower portion of the display Figure 1 Current B a Reading llw HOLD Maximum Value ea ebq03 eps Figure 1 Noncontact infrared Mode Noncontact Food Safety Thermometer Proper Application and Operation Note The infrared temperature measurements are used for screening and measuring s
10. nstructions ccceeeeeeeeeeeneeteees 15 Probe Replacement ccccceeseeeeeeeeees 16 Battery Insertion and Replacemert 16 i FoodPro Plus Users Manual Troubleshooting Other Operational Considerations Certifications Noncontact Food Safety Thermometer Product Statement Thank you for purchasing this food safety thermometer We are confident that you will be pleased with the quality and performance of this product Please take a few moments to familiarize yourself with the operation features and benefits of this fine product This food safety thermometer combines two precision thermometers in one unit a specially calibrated noncontact infrared thermometer IRT and a calibrated resistance thermal device RTD penetration probe The noncontact mode can be used for quick scans of a surface temperature while the probe mode is used to accurately measure internal temperatures FoodPro Plus Users Manual FoodPro Plus Specifications and Features See Table 1 for specifications and features Specifications are subject to change without notice Table 1 Specifications and Features Temperature Range IR Channel 35 to 275 C 31 to 527 F Accuracy Between 0 C and 65 C 32 149 F 1 C 2 F Below 0 C 32 F 1 o n C 2 F 0 1 degree degree Above temperature of 23 C 2 C i 73 F 4 F 65 C 149 F 1 5 of reading lt 500
11. r F Press SET Di a within 15 seconds Disconne of connecting battery to reset battery I7 DPL Sa Defaults to C after 15 seconds ebq15 eps Figure 12 Setting Changing C and F Temperature Scales Note The C F temperature scale initialization process must be performed whenever battery power is interrupted or the battery is replaced Cleaning Instructions This food safety thermometer is sealed to IP54 standards The unit may be wiped down with a wet sponge or cloth using a mild water based detergent or anti bacterial soap and rinsed under a gentle stream of cold water Figure 13 ebq16 eps Figure 13 Cleaning Instructions Note This unit is not designed for complete submersion or washing in automated dishwashers 15 FoodPro Plus Users Manual Probe Replacement The modular probe of the food safety thermometer is replaceable To replace probe extend the probe partially to access the rubber caps Carefully pry up the rubber caps using a pin and remove the screws using a 2 cross tip screwdriver as shown Grasp the probe and carefully separate the old probe from the probe base Install the new probe in the reverse order firmly tightening the screws and replacing the rubber plugs The calibration accuracy of the unit is not affected by probe replacement Figure 14 ebq17 eps Figure 14 Probe Replacement Battery Insertion and Replacement To install a new 9V battery remove the
12. r food safety thermometer The 0 C 32 F stirred ice bath is the recommended verification reference point Since it is more difficult to measure the surface of hot water the hot verification should be used only as a general accuracy check of the IRT channel Cold Temperature Verification Check 1 Filla large styrofoam cup halfway to the surface with ice cubes Add cold water to just below the rim of the cup 2 Immerse the tip of a known calibrated probe thermometer reference probe into the water and stir the mixture with the probe for one minute or until the probe temperature stabilizes 3 Continue stirring the water with a straw or swizzle stick while taking simultaneous temperature measurements with the reference probe and the IR thermometer The unit should be held within 3 inches of the surface of the water Figure 8 To insure measurement accuracy the probe tip must be immersed to a minimum depth of 12 mm 1 2 10 Noncontact Food Safety Thermometer Field Verification of Accuracy ebq11 eps Figure 8 Cold Temperature Verification Check The noncontact IRT measurement should be within 1 C 2 F of the reference probe reading nominally 0 C 32 F The probe temperature reading should be within 0 5 C 1 F of the reference probe reading Hot Temperature Verification Check 1 Follow the same procedure as above substituting hot water gt 140 F 60 C Hot tap water is
13. rking Range Operating and Ambient Temperature Range The food safety thermometer is designed to operate in environments between 0 C 50 C 32 F 122 F Avoid subjecting the unit to extreme or abrupt changes in ambient temperatures Allow the unit to stabilize for a minimum of 30 minutes if exposed to rapid temperature changes Failure to precondition the instrument to the ambient temperature may result in measurement errors Figure 11 Hot to Cold and Cold to Hot ebq14 eps Figure 11 Ambient Temperature Ranges Response Time The response time of the instrument from initial start up is less than 1 second The temperature display is updated at approximately 2 times per second during sustained operation 13 FoodPro Plus Users Manual Humidity Noncontact thermometers IRTs are not intended for use in extremely humid or condensing environments Condensation on the lens window will impede the optical performance and prevent accurate temperature measurements If this occurs allow the window to dry by evaporation or wipe with a soft cloth and resume measurements Emissivity A noncontact thermometer IRT determines temperature by measuring the emitted energy of an object Emissivity E value is the measure of an object s ability to emit infrared energy This noncontact thermometer is specially calibrated for high emissivity targets and is preset to an E value of 0 97 This setting is the most advantageous for
14. rubberized battery compartment plug at the base of the unit by grasping the sides of the cover and pulling straight out exposing the battery Gently shake or tap the base of the unit on your palm to gain access to the battery The 9V battery of the unit is connected to the polarized snap connector Figure 15 ebq18 eps Figure 15 Battery Insertion and Replacement 16 Noncontact Food Safety Thermometer Setting Changing C and F Temperature Scales Note Each time the battery is installed or replaced the temperature scale will default to the Celsius scale To select the Fahrenheit scale see Setting Changing C and F Temperature Scales Troubleshooting Code on display Problem Target temperature is over or under range Action Select target within range specifications Code Battery Symbol Problem Possible low battery Action Check and or replace battery Code Blank display Problem Dead battery or unit failure Action Check and or replace battery If the battery is OK then contact a Fluke service center for repair Other Operational Considerations All models are protected from the following EMI Electro Magnetic Interference from induction heaters and microwave ovens Electrostatic discharge Should the unit become damaged check the accuracy of the unit by performing the verification process recommended in this manual If the unit is out of calibration do not rely on it for critic
15. s Figure 7 Measuring Packaged Products Note The unit will not measure through glass or plastic doors Measuring Food at the Receiving Dock Use the food safety thermometer to accurately measure perishable products at the receiving dock When a delivery of fresh or frozen food arrives check that the products shipping crates and internal temperature of the delivery truck are all at the proper storage temperatures Check for warm spots in products that can result from improper stacking and blocked airflow Measuring Food in Holding and Serving Areas Use the noncontact thermometer to easily scan and accurately measure surface temperature of products held in hot or cold holding areas such as open top refrigeration units steam tables salad bars fresh meat or fish displays and warming ovens Use the HACCP Check feature to quickly identify unsafe temperatures within the HACCP Danger Zone of 4 C to 60 C 39 F to 140 F by slowly scanning across the surface of food storage containers the FoodPro Plus Users Manual contents of delicases chilled salads and desserts holding ovens rotisseries etc Note If any questionable temperatures are indicated or if temperature readings are within 1 C 2 F of the HACCP Danger Zone boundary use the probe to check internal temperatures Field Verification of Accuracy Infrared IRT and Probe channels RTD Follow the steps below to verify the accuracy of you
16. s thermometer incorporates a HACCP Check feature to graphically display critical temperature zones The icons and LED indicators located above the display indicate a food product is safely held at a sufficient holding temperature or if it has fallen within the unsafe HACCP Danger Zone temperatures Figure 5 The HACCP Check indicators operate in both the Noncontact and Contact modes The indicator light will flash during an active measurement and will be lit steadily during display Hold or Recall Figure 4 HACCP Zone Indicators HACCPY 57 C 135 F 557 C 4 Red Green Timer Icon Al x om Green ebq07 eps Figure 5 Countdown Timer Display FoodPro Plus Users Manual e AGreen LED indicator shows a safe chilled or frozen condition below 5 C 41 F or a safe holding temperature above 57 C 135 F e The Red LED indicator light is displayed when temperatures are within the HACCP Danger Zone of 5 C to 57 C 41 F to 135 F where microbe growth occurs most rapidly Figure 5 Notes When the temperatures within 1 C 2 F of the HACCP Danger Zone boundary both the relevant Green and Red LED indicator lights will be triggered to alert the user of the border temperature Whenever the Red LED indicator light is lit it is necessary to evaluate the safe storage and handling rules dictated by both exposure time and temperature Noncontact Temperatur
17. urface temperatures only Critical internal temperatures must be verified by using the probe Mode Selection The SELECT button has two functions Pressing the SELECT button after the display has gone blank will recall the last display Pressing the SELECT button with an active display cycles through the three different operating modes Noncontact Probe and Countdown Timer Figure 2 IR Mode Probe Mode I Timer Mode ebq04 eps Figure 2 IR Mode Display Probe Mode To measure the internal temperature of an object extend the probe see Figure 3 and press the SELECT button until the Probe Icon is displayed see Figure 4 Insert the probe at least 12 mm 1 2 into the target and press the ON button to measure the core temperature The Probe Icon on the display will blink for approximately 15 seconds as the probe comes to equilibrium with the object being measured Three short beeps will sound to indicate the reading is complete and the temperature will be shown on the display When the highest accuracy is required it is advisable to repeat the measurement cycle to insure the probe has fully stabilized and reached equilibrium with the object FoodPro Plus Users Manual ebq05 eps Probe Icon ebq06 eps Figure 4 Probe Mode Display Notes Remember if the display blanks the select button will recall the last measurement The probe tip must be sterilized before and between measurements of
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