CDN IRL500 InstaRead Deep Fry Turkey Thermometer

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Product Features

• 12-inch thermometer probe is perfect for deep frying vats
• Registers temperature ranging from 100 to 500 degrees Fahrenheit
• Stainless-steel clip adjusts to fit varying kettles
• Large 2-inch dial is easy to read
• Oil heated to the proper temperature produces a perfect deep-fried turkey

Product Details

Product Manual [46kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 16.4 x 5.1 x 2.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000095RBQ
• Item model number: IRL500
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,152 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
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Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Popular in Southern cooking for decades, deep-fried whole turkey is gaining a national audience. When cooked properly it’s delicious, juicy, and has no greasy taste. Each fry kettle has its own instructions, but generally for best results the oil should first be heated to between 375 and 400 degrees Fahrenheit, and after the bird is added, maintained at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. With its adjustable stainless-steel clip, this 12-inch-long thermometer is ideal for attaching to any size vat or kettle to monitor oil temperature. Large and easy-to-read, the 2-inch dial registers temperatures ranging from 100 to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, and can be left in after cooking is complete to ensure the oil has completely cooled. A 14-pound bird usually cooks in approximately 45 minutes. The protective sheath for the thermometer features a pocket clip and loop to conveniently hold the probe. Since a large amount of hot oil is required, turkeys and other poultry should always be deep-fried outdoors. A five-year warranty covers the thermometer against defects.--Ann Bieri

Product Description

Designed for outdoor deep fry poultry and any size deep fry kettles, the CDN IRL500 Insta-Read Long Stem Fry Thermometer features a long 12" stainless steel stem with a large 1.75" dial in a waterproof laboratory glass lens. Includes adjustable stainless

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Could cause potentiall dangerous condition of over heated oil, August 25, 2011

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Tom in NOVA "tfmh" (Northern Virginia) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: CDN IRL500 InstaRead Deep Fry Turkey Thermometer (Kitchen)

Bottom line is that I bought the wrong thermometer.
This thermometer was made for use in deep frying turkeys as its label clearly states. It needs to be in over 4 inches of oil to register the higher temperatures (above 290 deg. F in my case). In its first use I wanted to raise the temperature of just under 4" of oil to 350 Deg F. The readout climbed steadily to 290 Deg F and stopped. My initial response was, needs more heat so cranked up the burner. Readout stayed at 290. Got suspicious and tried a known accurate thermometer - oil was at 440 Deg F and climbing rapidly. I don't fault the manufacturer. I was using its product in a manner it wasn't specifically designed for.
So, why am I telling you I bought the wrong thermometer? Because I want to warn potential users to be aware that there may be a problem getting readouts of higher temps. You could end up with dangerously overheated oil.
From other reviews I have seen this limitation is not present on all thermometers of this model.
The pros for this device: easy to calibrate, accurate readings after calibration, clips securely to pot, easy to adjust depth of probe, easy to read
Cons: Doesn't always stay calibrated, Water BP readings can vary by 20 to almost 50 Deg F. This is the reason for just 4 stars.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Built correctly for the job., February 2, 2009

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William Shuman (Douglas, GA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: CDN IRL500 InstaRead Deep Fry Turkey Thermometer (Kitchen)

The clip for this thermometer holds it vertically down the side of the pot and not sticking out at an angle like most others do. I have had a time with others trying to prevent them from touching the basket or bird.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great thermometer, May 7, 2011

By 

Daniel Condy - See all my reviews

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This review is from: CDN IRL500 InstaRead Deep Fry Turkey Thermometer (Kitchen)

Great accurate thermometer. Temps will probably read inaccurate out of the package but it has an adjustment nut and instructions on how to adjust on the package. Don't listen to the reviewers who couldn't be bothered to read the instructions.