Thermometer Calibration Guide

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1ThermometerCalibration GuideNancy C. Flores, Boyle, ,Associate ProfessorKansas State UniversityAgricultural Experiment Station andCooperative Extension ServiceTemperature is a critical measurement for ensuring the safetyand quality of many food products. There are a variety of commer-cial temperature monitoring devices available. Whether monitor-ing temperatures at receiving, throughout production or finalproduct storage and distribution, Thermometer Calibration isessential. The validation, verification reassessment section of theHazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) system statedin the Code of Federal Regulations (9CFR 3 ) specifies thatinstruments used for monitoring critical control points must becalibrated. The food industry is keenly aware of the critical natureof processing temperature requirements.

Measuring the internal tem- ... torque on the stem, or shock from dropping on the floor. These stresses can affect the tension of the bi- ... Record the readings of the two instruments on a record-keeping form such as a thermometer calibration log. 4. Correct the indicator needle of the bi-metal coil thermometer. Adjust the spring on the coil by

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