GRILL MEISTER GKGT 12 B1 Digital Meat Thermometer Instruction Manual

: August 16, 2024
: GRILL MEISTER

Table of Contents

GRILL MEISTER GKGT 12 B1 Digital Meat Thermometer
Specifications
Product Usage Instructions
FAQ
Explanation of symbols used
Intended use
Package contents
Description of parts and control elements
Technical specifications
Safety instructions
General safety instructions
Getting started
Cleaning
Troubleshooting
Warranty and Service Information
References
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GRILL MEISTER GKGT 12 B1 Digital Meat Thermometer

Specifications

Model: GRILLMEISTER GKGT 12 B1
Power Supply: 1.5V AAA (Micro) / LR03-Battery
Display: LCD
Automatic shut-off: Yes, after 20 minutes of inactivity

Product Usage Instructions

Refer to section 8.1 of the user manual for detailed instructions on how to insert or replace batteries in the GRILLMEISTER GKGT 12 B1.
To power on the device, press the designated power button. The display will light up, and after approximately 30 seconds of no activity, the display backlight will turn off. The device will automatically power off after 20 minutes of inactivity.
After a short period, the core temperature of the food being cooked will be displayed on the screen. The temperature will continue to rise as the cooking time increases.
Refer to the provided cooking chart for recommended core temperatures based on the type of meat being cooked.
Follow the cleaning instructions outlined in the user manual to ensure proper maintenance of the GRILLMEISTER GKGT 12 B1.
When not in use, store the device in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
If the display appears dim, check if the battery needs replacement. If so, insert a new battery as per the user manual instructions.

FAQ

Q: How do I know when to replace the battery?
A: If the display appears weak or does not light up, it may indicate that the battery needs replacement. Refer to the user manual for instructions on replacing the battery.
Q: Can I use rechargeable batteries with this device?
A: It is recommended to use non-rechargeable 1.5V AAA batteries with the GRILLMEISTER GKGT 12 B1 for optimal performance.

Congratulations!
By purchasing the GRILL MEISTER GKGT 12 B1 barbecue thermometer, hereinafter referred to as the barbecue thermometer, you have opted for a quality product.
Before first using it, familiarise yourself with the way the barbecue thermometer works and read these operating instructions carefully. Be careful to follow the safety instructions and only use the barbecue thermometer as described in the operating instructions and for the applications given.
Keep these operating instructions in a safe place. If you pass the barbecue thermometer on to someone else, make sure to give them all the relevant documents with it. The operating instructions form part of the product.

Explanation of symbols used

This symbol denotes important instructions for the safe operation of the barbecue thermometer and the safety of the user.
Warning, hot surfaces! This symbol denotes the risk of injuries or burns from hot surfaces on the barbecue thermometer.
This symbol denotes further information on the topic.
DC voltage
This symbol designates products whose physical and chemical composition has been tested and found to be nonhazardous to health when used in contact with food under the requirements of Regulation EU 1935/2004.

The symbols on the batteries supplied have the following meanings:

Keep out of reach of children.
Do not dispose of in fire.
Do not insert with reversed polarity.
Do not deform or damage.
Do not open or cut.
Do not use batteries of different brands at the same time.
Do not use new and discharged batteries together.
Do not recharge.
Keep dry.
Do not short-circuit.
Always insert with the correct polarity.

Intended use

This barbecue thermometer serves to measure and monitor the core temperature of food such as fish, beef, pork, poultry, burgers, and other meats. The barbecue thermometer has not been designed for corporate or commercial applications. Use the barbecue thermometer for private purposes only. Any use other than that mentioned above does not correspond to the intended use. This barbecue thermometer fulfills all relevant norms and standards associated with CE Conformity. In the event of any modification to the barbecue thermometer that was not approved by the manufacturer, compliance with these standards is no longer guaranteed. The manufacturer accepts no liability for any damage or malfunctions resulting from this. Only use accessories supplied with the device by the manufacturer. Observe the regulations and laws in the country of use.

Package contents

Remove the device and all the accessories from the packaging. Remove all packaging material and check that all parts are complete and undamaged. If you find anything missing or damaged, please contact the manufacturer.

A GRILL MEISTER GKGT 12 B1 barbecue thermometer
B 1.5 V AAA (Micro) / LR03 battery
C These operating instructions (line-art illustration)

Description of parts and control elements

These operating instructions have a fold-out cover. On the inside of the cover, the barbecue thermometer is shown with figures indicated. The meanings of the numbers are as follows:

1	Display
2	C/F button
3	Battery compartment (on the back)
4	/H button
5	Strap eyelet
6	Temperature sensor

Technical specifications

Display size	3.5 x 1.3 cm
Temperature display	°C / °F (adjustable)
Temperature measuring range	-10 °C to +300 °C /

14 °F to +572 °F

Measurement accuracy| up to 100 °C = ±1 °C /

up to 200 °C = ±2 °C / up to 300 °C = ±4 °C

Power supply| 1.5 V AAA (Micro) /

LR03 battery

The technical data and design may be changed without prior notice.

Safety instructions

Before you use this barbecue thermometer for the first time, please read the following instructions and heed all warnings, even if you are familiar with handling electric devices.
Keep these operating instructions in a safe place for future reference. If you sell the barbecue thermometer or give it away, pass on the operating instructions at the same time.

DANGER! Personal safety

Small parts can represent choking hazards. Keep the packaging out of reach. There is a risk of suffocation.
This product may be used by children of 8 years and older and by persons with physical, sensory, or mental impairments or persons without sufficient knowledge or experience, provided they are supervised or they have received instructions regarding the proper use of the device and they understand the associated risks. Children must not play with the product. The product must not be cleaned or maintained by unsupervised children.

General safety instructions

Never use the product if it is damaged in any way. There is a risk of injury.
Please note that the consumption of food of animal origin that is not completely cooked through can be damaging to health. This is a particular risk for small children, pregnant women, and people with a weakened immune system.
No foreign bodies must penetrate the interior of the device.
The product may not be exposed to strong vibrations or mechanical strain. This prevents it from getting damaged.
The product does not contain any parts that require maintenance.
Contact the manufacturer’s customer service department if the product becomes damaged, is faulty or you have other problems with it.

Risk of burns!

Always make sure no other persons, children or animals could burn themselves on the product.
Use protection or oven gloves if you touch the temperature sensor (6) during or after use.
Improper use of the product can cause injuries.

Risk of damage to property

Keep the product and its accessories away from open fires.
Never use the product in a microwave or oven.
The product is not waterproof.
Do not use it in the rain and keep it away from damp conditions.
The casing of the barbecue thermometer is not heat resistant.
The barbecue thermometer is only designed for short-term temperature measurement. It must never be left inside the food for extended periods.

Hazard from batteries

Risk of death! Store batteries out of the reach of children. If a battery is swallowed, seek medical attention immediately!
Insert the battery with the correct polarity. Refer to the diagram inside the battery compartment (3). Do not attempt to recharge any batteries and never throw the batteries into a fire.
Do not recharge nonrechargeable batteries.
Batteries must never be opened, modified or short-circuited, as this could result in chemicals leaking out which could cause injuries. If the battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical aid.
Remove any batteries that have leaked immediately. Use suitable safety gloves to prevent injuries.
Remove the battery when the product is not to be used for an extended period.
Do not short-circuit any battery contacts.
When it is empty, remove the battery from the device and dispose of it safely.

Copyright
All the contents of this user manual are protected by copyright and provided to the reader for information only. Copying data and information without the prior explicit written consent of the author is strictly forbidden. This also applies to any commercial use of the contents and information. All texts and diagrams are up-to-date as of the date of printing. Subject to change without notice.

Before you start
Remove the barbecue thermometer and all accessories from the packaging and check that the package contents are complete. Remove all protective films. If you notice any damage, do not use the barbecue thermometer and contact the manufacturer’s customer service department. We recommend cleaning the temperature sensor (6) before first use.

Inserting or replacing the batteries
Please make sure that the barbecue thermometer is switched off. The battery compartment (3) is on the rear of the device.

Unlock the battery compartment cover and remove it.
Insert one AAA 1.5 V (Micro/LR3) battery, making sure the polarity is correct. Refer to the diagram inside the battery compartment (3).
Close the battery compartment (3) by replacing the cover. You should hear it click into place.
The battery must be replaced when “Lo” appears on the display (1).

Getting started

Switching on/off

To switch the barbecue thermometer on, press the /H button (4) briefly. The display (1) switches on.
Press and hold the /H button (4) for approx. 3 seconds to switch the barbecue thermometer off. The display (1) switches off.
The display (1) lighting switches off after approx. 30 seconds if no buttons are pressed.
The barbecue thermometer switches off automatically after about 20 minutes if it is not used.

Selecting the temperature unit
Press the C/F button (2) briefly to switch between °C and °F. The temperature unit selected is shown on the display (1).

Measuring the core temperature

To do this, fold out the temperature sensor (6). Guide the point of the temperature sensor (6) into the thickest part of the food. It makes sense to feed the temperature sensor (6) into the meat from the side.
Avoid contact between the temperature sensor (6) and bones. This can result in an inaccurate temperature measurement. The temperature sensor (6) should also not be inserted into pure fat for the same reason.
After a short time, the core temperature of the food is shown on the display (1). It goes up as the cooking time increases.
If you added multiple pieces of the same food of similar shape and size to the pan or the barbecue at the same time, you can assume that the correct temperature has also been achieved for the other pieces as well.
Press the /H button (4) briefly to save the value shown on the display (1). The value now flashes on the display (1). Then press the /H button (4) again to return to the current temperature display.
After measuring the temperature, remove the temperature sensor (6) from the food and clean the barbecue thermometer as described in the “Cleaning” chapter.

Cooking chart
The following cooking chart can be used as a guide. The values quoted can differ slightly as a function of the quality of the meat used.

WELL Cooked through
M WELL Nearly cooked through
MEDIUM Half cooked through
M RARE Pink
RARE Bleeding

Please note that the core temperature quoted for beef applies to steak.

Type of food / Cooking level| WELL| M WELL| MEDIUM| M RARE| RARE
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**BEEF*| 66 °C / 150 °F| 58 °C / 136 °F| 55 °C / 131 °F| 53 °C / 127 °F| 49 °C / 120 °F
LAMB| 75 °C / 167 °F| 70 °C / 158 °F| 62 °C / 144 °F| 58 °C / 136 °F|
VEAL| 75 °C / 167 °F| 70 °C / 158 °F| 65 °C / 149 °F| 60 °C / 140 °F|
PORK| 75 °C / 167 °F| 70 °C / 158 °F| 65 °C / 149 °F| |
TURKEY| 85 °C / 185 °F| | | |
CHICKEN| 85 °C / 185 °F| | | |
BURGER| 75 °C / 167 °F| | | |
FISH**| 63 °C / 145 °F| | | |

Cleaning

Always allow the barbecue thermometer to cool completely before cleaning. There is a risk of getting burnt.
Do not clean the barbecue thermometer in the dishwasher, as this may cause irreparable damage.
Clean the barbecue thermometer, especially the temperature sensor (6) after every use.
Do not use solvents or aggressive detergents, brushes with metallic bristles, or metallic objects such as knives, spatulas or similar.
The barbecue thermometer cannot be washed in the dishwasher.
Do not immerse the barbecue thermometer in water or any other liquids.
Clean the casing with a slightly moistened cloth. If necessary, use a mild detergent.
Clean the temperature sensor (6) with a damp cloth and a little washing-up liquid.
Allow all parts to dry thoroughly after cleaning.
Fold the temperature sensor (6) back in.
You can hang the barbecue thermometer by the eyelet (5) for storage, or secure it to a magnetic surface using the magnets on the back.

Storage when not in use

If you do not intend to use the barbecue thermometer for a long period, remove the battery to prevent any leaking. Store the cleaned, dry barbecue thermometer in a dry, cool place.

Troubleshooting

The device does not switch on

The battery may be empty, fit a new battery.
Check that the battery has been fitted correctly.

The light on the display (1) is dim.

Is the battery empty? Insert a new battery where applicable.

Environmental regulations and disposal information

| Devices marked with this symbol are subject to the European Directive 2012/19/EU. All electrical and electronic devices must be disposed of separately from household waste at official disposal centers. Avoid damage to the environment and risks to your health by disposing of the device properly. For further information about proper disposal, contact your local government, disposal bodies, or the shop where you bought the device.
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| The symbol of the crossed-out wheelie bin on conventional and rechargeable batteries indicates that they cannot be disposed of in normal domestic waste but must be disposed of separately.

Where batteries contain toxic materials, the chemical symbol of the toxic material is shown underneath the symbol, with meanings as follows:

– Pb: Battery contains lead

– Cd: Battery contains cadmium

– Hg: Battery contains mercury

You are obliged by law to return used batteries. Old batteries can contain toxic materials which can be damaging to health or the environment if not properly stored or

| disposed of. Batteries also contain important raw materials, such as iron, zinc, manganese, and nickel, which can be reused.

After use, you can return the batteries to us or a local collection point (e.g. in retail outlets or a local collection point) free of charge. Please note that batteries must be disposed of fully discharged at appropriate collection points for old batteries. If disposing of batteries that are not fully discharged, take precautions to prevent short circuits.

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****| Dispose of all packaging in an environmentally friendly manner. Cardboard packaging can be taken to paper recycling containers or public collection points for recycling. Any film or plastic contained in the packaging should be taken to your public collection points for disposal.

Only relevant for France:

“Sorting made easy”

The product, the accessories, the printed material, and the packaging are recyclable. They are subject to enhanced manufacturer responsibility and are sorted and collected separately.

****| Please note the markings on the packaging material when disposing of it, it is labeled with abbreviations (a) and numbers (b), the meanings of which are as follows:

1-7: plastic / 20–22: paper and cardboard / 80-98: composite materials.

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Symbol| Material| Contained in the following packaging elements for this product
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| High-density polyethylene| Protective film
| Corrugated cardboard| Sales packaging and inner box

Conformity notes

The product complies with the requirements of the applicable European and national directives. Evidence of conformity has been provided. The manufacturer has the relevant declarations and documentation. The complete text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the following address: https://www.targa.gmbh/downloads/conformity/446324_2307.pdf

Warranty and Service Information

Warranty of TARGA GmbH
This device is sold with three years warranty from the date of purchase. Please keep the original receipt in a safe place as proof of purchase. Before using your product for the first time, please read the enclosed documentation. Should any problems arise which cannot be solved in this way, please call our hotline. Please have the article number and, if available, the serial number to hand for all inquiries. If it is not possible to solve the problem on the phone, our hotline support staff will initiate further servicing procedures depending on the fault. Within the warranty period, the product will be repaired or replaced free of charge as we deem appropriate. No new warranty period commences if the product is repaired or replaced. Consumables such as batteries, rechargeable batteries, and lamps are not covered by the warranty. Your statutory rights towards the seller are not affected or restricted by this warranty. You can find this and many more manuals, product videos, and installation software available for download at www.lidl- service.com. This QR code takes you directly to the LIDL service page (www.lidl-service.com). There, you can enter the item number (IAN) to access your operating manual.

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