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Question: The top portion of the description states 4.5" stem and the product description states 5.5" stem.  Which is correct?
Document: I ordered this thermometer because it stated in the description that it was safe to use in the dishwasher. However, upon arrival - I see that the packaging clearly states, "Do not immerse thermometer in water. Not for use in dishwashers. Clean stem with hot soapy water and wipe head with damp cloth. A scouring pad can be used to remove grease. "I am VERY DISAPPOINTED!
I purchased these thermometers because the description clearly stated DISHWASHER SAFE.HOWEVER, the packaging states the opposite and I quote:&#34;Do not immerse thermometer in water. Not for use in dishwashers.&#34;I am so incredibly disappointed and VERY frustrated that after the hours of research comparing different thermometers for price, quality and utility, the most important feature to my search was not present.Now I must go back to the search and through the hassle of returning.Buyer beware! Listing is not accurate!
Well, I love the giant dial and clear markings. But one quick rinse to get the oil that naturally spatters up onto it, while making my first roast, broke it. Water got into the mechanism as this is NOT DISHWASHER SAFE. Not even rinse-safe. So if you plan to rinse clean your thermometer, consider the other Taylor model 5947 which IS DISHWASHER SAFE.NOTE THE DESCRIPTION FORM AMAZON IS INCORRECT--IT IS NOT DISHWASHER SAFE according to the Taylor website itself. Here are ALL the features they list:5939N Classic Meat ThermometerFeaturesLarge, easy-to-read 2 3/4" dial.Range 120F to 212F.Preparation scale for various meats printed on dial.Red pointer.Glass lens.Adjustable temperature indicator.Stainless steel 4 1/2" stem.10/16/12UPDATE!
wife have trouble getting it to read correct and had to use another device. I don.t know if calculation was correct or she did not understand the way it displayed. however, did not do the job for her
Bought for BBQ. Used it maybe 4 times. Glass cracked and inside turned brown. Returned it. Maybe all the good reviews didn't use it on a grill?
This makes it easy for the cook to cook at the correct temperature. I have used this Taylor thermometer for over ten years. It is well built,simple to use, lasts, is easy to read and is accurate. What more can any cook desire?
I smoke meat and use this. It works great. Just be sure not to push on the glass too hard while your cleaning it because water gets in. If the seal was better it would get 5 stars.
When I brought one of these home a few years ago, I was very pleased with it. It was easy to read, sturdy as a fireplug and had a "test" mark on the scale at boiling-point so at any time I could be sure it was reading accurately. I used it for 3-4 years, and it always checked-out in a pan of boiling water when I'd test it. Life was good and so was dinner. But how long do you expect it to last? Are they supposed to be replaced every every 3-4 years?
This thermometer works very well, I'm a bonehead when it comes to the BBQ and manage to overcook everything. I love the adjustable dial that allows for quick reference to temperature and it hasn't failed me yet. Problem; the Amazon item overview states that it "is dishwasher safe". Not so, my wife popped it into the dishwasher last night and it filled with soapy water. Reading the cleaning care instructions that comes with it, it clearly states "Not for use in dishwashers".
As has been my experience with other Taylor products, this is a solidly constructed dial thermometer. The dial measures 2 3/4" in diameter and provides easy to see readings in the range of 120F to 212F. The thermometer is pretty well-sealed and I have no instances where water leaked into the thermometer while it was being cleaned.I've used this primarily for oven-cooked meat dishes and the temperature readings have been pretty much on the mark. Note that proper placement of this thermometer into an appropriate spot is the key to reliable readings.Although it was a nice feature while it lasted, the red metal pointer quickly fell off and was never to be seen again.
Answer: Mine came with a 4.5 inch stem.  I just measured it, it didn't figure into my purchase!