How to Calibrate an FWE Thermometer
A step-by-step tutorial for calibrating an FWE Thermometer
In the food service industry, equipment breakdowns can cause major disruptions to operations leading to lost revenue and frustrated customers. FWEParts step-by-step tutorials are here to provide easy-to-follow guides that will help you can get your equipment back into operation as quickly as possible. In this article, we will introduce a service video that provides a step-by-step tutorial to easily calibrate the thermometer on FWE units using only a screwdriver, digital temperature sensor, and a bit of time. If you are still experiencing issues with this, or any other part, please do not hesitate to reach out via phone at 1-615-805-3270 or email at service@fweparts.com if you have any questions or concerns.
Parts Covered in this Tutorial
Tools Needed
- Small Flat Blade Screwdriver
- Digital Temperature Sensor
Steps
0:00 | Power on unit and set to standard operating temperature. Once thermostat has cycled, insert sensor into cabinet. Compare reading to both thermostat and thermometer.
If the internal temperature is HOTTER than the reading on the thermometer
0:41 | Step 1- Remove plastic cover on the thermometer using flat blade screwdriver
0:46 | Step 2- Hold down the wide end of the needle with your finger and use the screwdriver to turn set screw COUNTER-CLOCKWISE a 1/4 turn (this should raise the reading about 10°F)
0:57 | Step 3- Wait 15-20 Minutes for updated thermometer reading. If reading is still off, continue to adjust until correct temperature is achieved (Make sure to not remove set screw while adjusting)
1:07 | Step 4- Once readings on sensor and thermometer align, reinstall cover and return unit to service
If the internal temperature is COLDER than the reading on the thermometer
1:22 | Step 1- Remove plastic cover on thermometer using flat blade screwdriver
1:31 | Step 2- Hold down the wide end of the needle with your finger and use the screwdriver to turn set screw CLOCKWISE a 1/4 turn (this should lower the reading about 10°F)
1:40 | Step 3- Wait 15-20 Minutes for updated thermometer reading. If reading is still off, continue to adjust until correct temperature is achieved (Make sure to not remove set screw while adjusting)
1:50 | Step 4- Once readings on sensor and thermometer align, reinstall cover and return unit to service
Readings on the thermometers and sensor should be as close as possible to ensure proper holding of food within FWE units. If you are still experiencing problems, please do not hesitate to contact us via phone at or via email at if you have any questions or concerns. For a full list of video tutorials for FWE parts, check out this youtube playlist
