3.1 Flashcards
1
Q
Bimetal Thermometers
A
insert around 2 inches for 1-2 minutes, some do 15-30 seconds “instant read”
2
Q
Digital Thermometers
A
10-20 seconds insert 1/8th inch
3
Q
Thermocouple Thermometers
A
1-2 seconds, insert1/8th inch
4
Q
Food Thermometer accuracy
A
+/- 2 F
5
Q
Air/Water thermometers
A
accuracy +/- 3 F
Equipment for holding food must have an easily readable thermometer.
6
Q
Temperatur Log
A
You must keep a daily temperature log
7
Q
Calibrate a thermometer
A
I an ice bath or boiling water if you know the exact boiling point for your altitude
8
Q
Thermometer Tips
A
- Clean & sanitize between uses
- Calibrate regularly
- Insert the thermometer stem or probe into thickest part of food
- Wait for reading to steady before recording temperature
- Never use mercury or spirit- filled glass thermometers to check food temperature
