Comark Food Thermometers

Comark Food Thermometers: What You Need to Know

Any foodservice operation can find an application for Comark's food thermometers and other devices – whether you need to verify the meat you serve is cooked fully, monitor temperatures inside your refrigerator to prevent food spoilage, or log temperature and humidity data efficiently.

Common Questions About Comark Thermometers

What types of devices does Comark offer?

• Cooking thermometers use a dial or digital display so users can supervise internal or external food or surface temperatures.
• Infrared thermometers measure surface temperature through contactless infrared rays and display readings digitally. Because they don't measure internal temperature, they aren't ideal for determining whether meat and other solid items are cooked fully. Their applications include checking the temperature of cooking surfaces, hot oil, and other liquids, such as soups and broths.
• Probe thermometers measure the internal temperature of food, especially meat, to ensure it is cooked to the proper temperature. These thermometers range from pocket-sized, all-in-one units with a reading measured at the top of the probe, to larger, heavy-duty units with detachable probes. Pocket-sized Comark digital thermometers and dial thermometers give a reading from the end of the probe, while units with detachable probes use an external digital display. Operators can use Comark probe wipes after each use to prevent cross contamination.
• Air temperature thermometers: Comark digital thermometers that measure air temperature to confirm appliances run correctly or kitchen temperature and humidity is at an ideal level. They may display readings digitally, or via a dial or tube.
• Comark thermometers that measure the interior temperature of freezers and refrigerators detect subzero temperatures on the low end and ambient room temperatures on the high end. They serve as a backup to the internal thermometers often included in refrigeration units, preventing food spoilage in the event of equipment failure. They may be installed inside refrigeration units or include a cord that enables the reading display to be located outside the unit.
• Oven thermometers are used the same way as refrigerator thermometers, except they confirm the interior temperature of ovens, and their reading range typically is 100 to 600 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Room thermometers measure ambient temperature and often the humidity of a room, ensuring kitchen equipment operates in an ideal environment.
• Comark data loggers read and digitally record humidity or temperature, removing the need for employees to check readings constantly. They may have internal sensors or connect to one or multiple external sensors.
• Comark kitchen timers may include a stand or magnetic mount that conveniently allows kitchen operators and chefs to time their cooking processes. Units may also include an internal food temperature probe, which triggers an alarm when a preset temperature is reached.

How do I change my Comark thermometer from Celsius to Fahrenheit?

Some units don't include a dedicated button to switch from Celsius to Fahrenheit. If this is the case, you can typically select the temperature mode by holding down the "on/off" button while powering on the unit.

How do you calibrate a Comark thermometer?

Calibrating a Comark thermometer ensures an accurate reading and requires a crushed ice solution consisting of 60 percent ice and 40 percent water. Follow these steps:

1. Ideally, crush enough ice to fit into an 8-ounce container. Don't use cubed ice or other uncrushed ice.

2. When the container is full of ice, pour water over it.

3. Push down on the ice, then pour off any excess water.

4. Use the following respective procedures to calibrate your thermometer:

• Digital thermometers: Most units include a built-in calibration mode. Insert the probe in the ice water solution without touching the bottom or sides of the container or, for a Comark infrared thermometer, hold the device in range. Wait for a steady reading within 1 degree of 0 degrees Celsius, or 2 degrees of 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Press the D-H key for 8 seconds until the screen displays "CAL."
• Dial thermometers: Use the nut method to manually calibrate these thermometers. Insert the probe into the ice solution and wait for it to reach a stable reading. Hold the dial in one hand and use the other to turn the calibrating nut, or use a wrench to turn the nut if your thermometer doesn't include hand calibration. Turn the nut clockwise to raise the temperature or counterclockwise to lower the temperature until it reads 32 degrees Fahrenheit or 0 degrees Celsius. Place a digital or glass thermometer in the ice bath for verification.