The document provides important tips for measuring oil temperature using the Testo 270 instrument. It outlines steps for preparation such as switching the device on and allowing it to adjust before measuring hot oil between 40-200°C. During measurement, the probe should be immersed between the min and max marks and auto hold will freeze the final value. Regular cleaning and maintenance is also recommended including using detergent to clean the sensor and checking the instrument using reference oil.

1. The right way to measure
Important tips on the operation and maintenance of the testo 270
Preparation
cm
1
40 °C
Switch the instrument on by Measure in hot oil Do not measure while food is being Measure at a minimum distance
pressing the On/Off button. (min. 40 °C, max. 200 °C). fried. Remove the foodstuffs and of 1 cm from any metal parts.
wait 5 minutes before measuring.
Measurement
Immerse Ideal oil
sensor temperature
Observe 150 °C to
min./max 180 °C!
40 °C - 180 °C
Immerse the probe to Move the Auto Hold active: Note the recorded Plastic Do not touch the
between the min./max. instrument in the An audible signal measurement val- components hot probe. Danger
mark. cooking oil in order indicates that the ues. may not come of burning!
to accelerate the instrument has into contact with
adjustment time. determined the the cooking oil.
final value; this
is now frozen.
Care and maintenance
Cleaning Function check
Your specific starting value:
Clean the sensor with a mild detergent The TopSafe is For a fast and easy Use the Testo
such as washig-up liquid. Dry the sensor dishwasher-proof. instrument check, reference oil for an
after cleaning with a paper towel. compare the recorded exact instrument test.
measurement value with
the noted TPM start for
fresh oil (see info sheet
with testo 270).
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