Can I just stick this in the freezer to see if my temp control is correct? If it isn't correct , I may need a repair person.
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On mine the needle touched the dial and if you tap on the front the needle will move 2-3 deg or more. So not sure how accurate but probably close
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I stuck it in the refrigerator and compared it to two other thermometers (which had exact same temperatures). The Taylor was off by 2 degrees. Since I thought it did not give an accurate temperature I put in the freezer........now it matches the other two thermometers in the freezer....probably the thermometer adjusted itself in the freezer.I've had a new refrigerator in the past & the freezer temperature's lowest reading was only 10 degrees above zero. Never ever lower than that. I say if your ice cream is rock hard in the freezer your refrigerator is ok.I'm a registered dietitian. I stuck it in the refrigerator and compared it to two other thermometers (which had exact same temperatures). The Taylor was off by 2 degrees. Since I thought it did not give an accurate temperature I put in the freezer........now it matches the other two thermometers in the freezer....probably the thermometer adjusted itself in the freezer.I've had a new refrigerator in the past & the freezer temperature's lowest reading was only 10 degrees above zero. Never ever lower than that. I say if your ice cream is rock hard in the freezer your refrigerator is ok.I'm a... » Read More I stuck it in the refrigerator and compared it to two other thermometers (which had exact same temperatures). The Taylor was off by 2 degrees. Since I thought it did not give an accurate temperature I put in the freezer........now it matches the other two thermometers in the freezer....probably the thermometer adjusted itself in the freezer.I've had a new refrigerator in the past & the freezer temperature's lowest reading was only 10 degrees above zero. Never ever lower than that. I say if your ice cream is rock hard in the freezer your refrigerator is ok.I'm a registered dietitian. « Show Less
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Just put it on a shelf or hang under one and give it a little time to stabilize at the temperature oft he box. It doesn't read instantly.
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Just put it on a shelf or hang under one and give it a little time to stabilize at the temperature oft he box.It doesn't read instantly.
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I'm really not sure. I put mine in the dish washer so I know that the glass can withstand heat. As far as freezing goes, I would contact the manufacturer directly.
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I solved that problem by putting the maker in the freezer overnight. Don't know why that worked, but it did--the low temperature broke the vacuum seal(?)
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You will want to buy this temperature probe Elertus ELRT-TSEN-01 Wet / Dry Temperature Probe and keep the actual sensor outside the freezer while running the temperature probe into the freezer.
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Yes. The lower part of the thermometer must sit in the "liquid". The biggest problem is that the black numbers showing the temperature came off very quickly. Must have gone into the jam!!! Also I found that the temperature was not exact enough in the area where I needed it to be exact. I returned my thermometer and now use the freezer plate and thumb method.
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Mine never froze. And it has the mildewy looking brownish blackish stuff floating in the water. I dont know if the seal was not sealed on some or if this has anything to do with why mine wont freeze, but I wasted 30 bucks on two of these after extensive research on youtube, thinking that it would actually work. It doesnt. I am hesitant to throw it out in case I ever get a deep freezer or something. BUT mine never froze:( I was looking forward to it too.
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I have mine in the garage. The temperature dosn't get quite get that low, but I can't see why it would not run at that temp.You are still above freezing.Richard S.
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I live in northern Ohio, it goes below freezing regular in the winter. That is supposed to damage the compressor because the oil is cold and stiff and starts hard. I went on ebay and got a Temp controlled outlet for 15 bucks and a little (the smallest they had) stick-on oil pan heater. I sanded the paint off a little spot on the compressor and put it on. It comes on at 35 degrees F and goes off at 45. If you are going to have a freezer out in the cold I think you have to do this to keep from ruining the compressor. So far it's working OK, this freezer goes down to almost 0 F, so it's running at 15 degrees.
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Excellent question, so I asked them directly.Official answer from Thermos®:It is not recommended put the unit into the freezer. The freeze can cause the insulating system to fail causing it not to hold temperature as it should.
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I have used it in the deep freeze and left it in there for months and never had a freezing problem,my freezer is set to 15 degrees Fahrenheit.
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When you put it in the freezer, don't close it all the way. Wait a bit then close it so the moisture doesn't freeze in grooves.
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Mine was off by two degrees. It was an easy correction and make sure you keep a thermometer in your fridge any way you decide to go. The difference in temp can also be affected by where you store your fridge and where you place the probe.
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The thermocouple appears to be soldered to the wire fairly well. I would put it in water. In fact, maybe I'll try it. I have my wire wrapped around a couple of picture hangers in the freezer and the thermocouple hanging in the middle of the chest freezer. It tends to have a temp variance of +/- 5 degrees F. I think I will try the water trick for more stable temp.
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Yes, you need to let it sit for a few seconds once you take it out the freezer.
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There is no temp control. It will probably keep already frozen food frozen for awhile especially if you add frozen ice blocks but I wouldn't expect it to act like a freezer. I also think the 40 degrees below ambient is optimistic. Here in SF the temps are generally in the 60's & 70's & we've never had anything in the cooler freeze, ever.
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If you're using the temperature gauge sent with the product, it probably isn't working correctly. They have a history of being faulty. I use a meat thermometer. To check if it's just the temperature gauge, pop it out of the unit and stick it in your oven. Set your oven to 200 degrees and wait about ten minutes. If the gauge reads 200 degrees, it's working and there may be something wrong with your heating element. HOWEVER, if it doesn't read correctly, you can reset it yourself (the little spring sometimes gets jarred during the shipping process). To reset it, you need to be VERY careful. While it is still hot, you need to move the dial to 200 degrees. Then put it back in your smoker. If you're using the temperature gauge sent with the product, it probably isn't working correctly. They have a history of being faulty. I use a meat thermometer. To check if it's just the temperature gauge, pop it out of the unit and stick it in your oven. Set your oven to 200 degrees and wait about ten minutes. If the gauge reads 200 degrees, it's working and there may be something wrong with your heating element. HOWEVER, if it doesn't read correctly, you can reset it yourself (the little spring sometimes gets jarred during the shipping process). To reset it, you... » Read More If you're using the temperature gauge sent with the product, it probably isn't working correctly. They have a history of being faulty. I use a meat thermometer. To check if it's just the temperature gauge, pop it out of the unit and stick it in your oven. Set your oven to 200 degrees and wait about ten minutes. If the gauge reads 200 degrees, it's working and there may be something wrong with your heating element. HOWEVER, if it doesn't read correctly, you can reset it yourself (the little spring sometimes gets jarred during the shipping process). To reset it, you need to be VERY careful. While it is still hot, you need to move the dial to 200 degrees. Then put it back in your smoker. « Show Less
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I take it you have called the company, do they have repair people on their lists that will help you? maybe you need to take it to the fridge repair people, really just saying what I would do. good luck