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tical tips before commissioning your new testo 270
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Dear Customer,
Congratulations on purchasing your new testo 270 cooking oil tester.
All our measuring instruments are factory tested by us before delivery and
adjusted to their own specific level of accuracy. To ensure a consistently high
level of accuracy, we recommend the instrument is regularly checked.
You have the following options with the testo 270 cooking oil tester:
1 Testo factory calibration according to ISO (accuracy +/- 2% TPM
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You can order an ISO calibration from Testo's calibration subsidiary, Test o
Industrial Services in Kirchzarten, using order number 0520 0028. This
means your testo 270 will be calibrated at two points (at approx. 3% and at
approx. 24% TPM) under precise labor atory conditions.
Furthermore, you have the following options for checking your testo 270 yourself
at any time:
2 with Testo reference oil (accuracy +/- 2.5% TPM
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):
With the Testo reference oil (o rder no. 0554 2650), you can check the
measuring instrument precisel y and, i f necessary, readjust it (please pay
attention to the description in the instruction manual for this).
3 with the simple function test in cooking oil (accuracy +/- 3% TPM
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):
For a simple function test without adjustment, we recommend you carry out
a measurement during the commissioning of your new instrument in unused
cooking oil at 150 to 180 °C.
You should ideally carry out this measurement several times in succession
and note the respective readings. The mean value of these readings
represents your specific reference value for subsequent instrument
checking. To use the determined reference value as a comparative value for
a check, always carry out the measur em ent for instrument checking in
unused cooking oil at 150 to 180 °C.
Please make sure that the referenc e value is recalculated if the type of oil or
oil supplier changes.
Your specific reference value:
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typically, based on Testo in-house r eference, at an ambient temperature of
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2.1. About this document
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Use
> Please read this documentation t hrough carefully and
familiarize yourself with the product before putting it to use. Pay
particular attention to the safety instructions and warning advice
in order to prevent injuries and damage to the products.
> Keep this document to hand so that you can refer to it when
necessary.
> Hand this documentation on to any subsequent users of the
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product.
Warnings
Always pay attention to informati on that is marked by the following
warnings with warning pictograms. Implement the specified
precautionary measures.
Representation Explanation
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WARNING
NOTICE
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Indicates potential serious inju ries
indicates circumstances that may lea d to
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tation
Explanation
Note: Basic or further information.
1. ...
Action: more steps, the sequence must be followed.
2. ...
> ...Action: a step or an optional step.
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-...Result of an action.
Menu Elements of the instrument, the instrument displays
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or the program interface.
[OK] Control keys of the instrument or buttons of the
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... | ... Functions/paths within a menu.
“...” Example entries
program interface.
> Only operate the product properly, f or i ts intended purpose and
within the parameters specified in the technical data. Do not
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use any force.
> Do not operate the instrument if there are signs of damage at
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the housing, mains unit or feed lines .
> The objects to be measured or the measur ement environment
may also pose risks: Note the safety regulations valid in your
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area when performing the measurements.
> Temperatures given on probes/sensors relate only to the
measuring range of the sensors. Do not expose handles and
feed lines to any temperatures in excess of 70 °C unless they
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are expressly permitted for higher temperatures.
> Do not perform contact measurements on non-insulated, live
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The testo 270 is a handy measuring instrument for fast testing of
cooking oils.
The TPM value (total polar materials) enables a statement on the
ageing of cooking oils due to the effec ts of heat.
The following measuring tasks can be performed with the testo
270:
•Displaying the temperature of the cooking oil:
Indicator for correct setting of the deep fat fryer, checking of
integrated temperature displays.
•Displaying the TPM value:
Indicator for the ageing of the cookin g oi l.
The sensor works on a capacitive basis and determines as the
reading the total polar materials as a %.
The free fatty acids, which are deter m i ned above all for the
evaluation of unloaded oils (rancidity), cannot be detected with the
testo 270.
The temperature of the cooking oil to be measured must be
at least 40 °C. The maximum operating temperature is
200 °C.
The sensor and the probe tube are desig ned to come into
contact with oil used in deep fat fr yers for the typical
duration of a spot check measurement . The materials used
in these components meet the relevant requirements in the
The alarm indicator uses the following display colours to show what
range the measured TPM value is in:
Green TPM value < lower limit value
Orange TPM value is between the lower and the upper limit value
Red TPM value > upper limit value
The alarm indicator is switched on when the instrument is
delivered. The TPM limit values are s et as follows (only for the
standard set, order no. 0563 2750):
Lower limit value 20%
Upper limit value 24%
To activate/deactivate the alarm indicator, see Configuring the
instrument, page 18.
To set the TPM limit values, see Setting the TPM limit values, page
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5.2.2.2. Setting the TPM limit values
The TPM limit values can be between 0 and 40%. The
upper limit value (Alarm ) must be at least 1% higher than
the lower limit value (Alarm ).
In order to apply the settings of the lower and upper TPM
limit value, you must make sure you confir m the input of the
upper TPM limit value with [Hold].
Setting the lower TPM limit value
Requirement: Instrument is in conf i guration mode, See also
Carrying out the configuration, page 19.
1. Alarm and the set lower limit value appear on the display.
- When al ar m indicator is activated: the display lights up orange.
2. Set the lower limi t value with [ ] or [ ].
3. Confirm with [Hold].
- New lower limit value is applied.
- The instrument switches to the upper TPM limit value (Alarm ).
You can lock/unlock the set values, including TPM limit values,
from the configuration mode. T he instrument is delivered with the
configuration mode unlocked (P IN is deactivated, no).
Requirements: Instrument is in configuration mode.
> Go through the configuration mode with [Hold], until PIN
and yes or no light up in the display.
Lock configuration mode
> Activate PIN: Select yes with [ ] or [ ].
-PIN is activated and the configuration mode is l oc ked.
The testo 270 enables several meas urements to be carried out one
immediately after the other without any waiting times.
Which oils/cooking fats can be measu red?
In principle, all oils and fats intended for deep fat frying can be
measured.
This includes, for example, rapese ed, soya bean, sesame, palm,
olive, cotton seed or groundnut oil. Fats from animal sources can
also be measured. There may be a variation of several percentage
points in the % TPM value for fresh cooking oils, depending on the
type.
The maximum service life for the cooking oil cannot be derived
from this.
Example: Fresh palm oil has a higher % TPM value than other
cooking oils, but ages considerably more slowly.
Use of additives
The testo 270 is designed for the use of pure fats/oils. If additives
are used, deviations may occur.
Comparison of laboratory methods / testo 270
Cooking oil is a mixture of substances with a wide variety of
polarities. During ageing, the proportion of more highly polar
components increases. The labor atory method of column
chromatography separates the fat into a polar and a non-polar
group. The proportion of the polar group compared to the total
amount of cooking oil being investigated is described as the
% TPM value (total polar materials).
The % TPM value established by colum n chromatography may
vary slightly depending on the s etting of the separation limit
between the polar and the non-polar gro up.
Depending on the type of fat, slight variations of the polarity in both
groups (polar/non-polar) may occur which are not however
identified by the chromatography.
On the other hand, the testo 270 records the entire polarity of the
cooking oil and thus the actual polarity of both groups (polar/nonpolar). This means the reading of the testo 270 may be higher or
lower than that of the column chromatography in individual cases.
An example of this is coconut oil, for which the testo 270 shows
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higher TPM values than column chromat ography. However, this fat
is unsuitable for deep fat frying and is therefore primarily used for
roasting.
Free fatty acids
The testo 270 measures the total amount of polar materials in the
cooking fat (% TPM) which makes it very possible to evaluate the
load of the oil as a result of deep fat frying. On the other hand, free
fatty acids (FFAs) are used for the evaluation of the age of the fat
during storage. FFAs are not suitabl e for identifying the thermal
loads of the oil. FFAs cannot be measur ed with the testo 270.
Polymeric triglycerides (PTGs)
Polymeric triglycerides are als o being used for the evaluation of
cooking oils with increasing fr equency. The results of this method
are in most cases comparable with th e % TPM value.
Risk of burns due to hot instrument parts (sensor and probe
shaft)!
> Do not touch hot instrument parts with your hands.
> In the event of burns, immediatel y cool the relevant spot with
cold water and see a doctor if necessary.
6 Using the product
Please take note of the following infor mation in order to
obtain correct measurement results :
•T ak e the product being deep fried out of the oil and wait
5 mins until there are no more bubbles rising before
measuring.
•If you sus pect a measurement error due to water being
contained: Repeat the measurement after 5 mins (do
not deep fry during this time, keep o il /fat at a high
temperature). If the new reading is lower, measure
again after 5 mins until the reading s tabilises if
necessary.
•Keep the sensor away from metallic parts (e.g. deepfrying basket, pan walls), as these may affect the
measurement result. Minimum distance from metal
parts: 1 cm on each side.
1. Immerse the sensor in cooking oil. Adhere to the immersion
-If the temperature is within the permissibl e m easuring range (40
2. Wait until Auto Hold is shown in the display.
-Readings are automatically held by the instrument, with the
3. Read the measurement values.
4. To switch to the measuring mode: Briefly press [Hold] (<
With deactivated Auto Hold function
1. Immerse the sensor in cooking oil. Adhere to the immersion
2. If the temperature is within the permissible measuring range (40
-Readings are displayed.
-M easurement is finished when the temperature display no
3. To hold readings: Briefly press [Hold] (< 1 sec).
-Hold appears in the display.
-Readings are held.
4. Read the measurement values.
5. To switch to the measuring mode: Briefly press [Hold]
•Measurement in hot oil min. 40 °C, max. 200 °C.
•Adher e to min. and max. marking when immersing in
oil.
•"T emperature striations" in the oil may cause
measurement errors. Move instrum ent in the deep fat
fryer.
•Cleaning of the sensor is recommended before every
measurement or when changing from one deep fat fryer
pan to the next, see Cleaning the sensor, page 26.
•Switc h off induction deep fat fryers during the
measurement or take a cooking oil sample, as the
electromagnetic field can lead to incorrect readings.
•Change cooking oil as from approx. 24% TPM. A
different limit value applies in s ome countries. If the
measured values are above the country-specific limit
value, the cooking oil should be changed!
depth!
to 200 °C): Auto flashes, along with the reading an d the alarm
indicator (display colour).
alarm indicator activated, the display colour lights up.
1 sec).
depth!
to 200 °C): Wait for the end of the equalization period (approx.
30 secs).
3. Close battery compartment and secure with screw.
7.2.Cleaning the sensor
Risk of burns due to hot instrument parts (sensor and probe
shaft)!
> Do not touch hot instrument parts with your hands.
> Allow instrument to cool sufficiently before cleaning.
> In the event of burns, immediatel y cool corresponding spot with
cold water and see a doctor if necessary.
CAUTION
Possible damage to the sensor!
> Do not remove cold oil residues from the sensor.
> Do not use any sharp-edged objects.
> Do not use aggressive cleaning age nts and solvents.
> Use weak household cleaning agents, standard household
rinsing agents, water or soap suds.
> Gently clean sensor with a soft paper towel, or rinse under
You can check the accuracy of your inst rument by carrying out a
comparative measurement with t he Testo reference oil (calibrating).
If there is too great a difference between the reading and the
reference value, future instrument readings can be adjusted to the
reference value (adjusting).
•The testo 270 should be checked with the Testo
reference oil on a regular basis and adjusted if
necessary (accuracy +/- 2.5% TPM)
a monthly check as part of quality assurance.
•We rec om mend you always use the Testo reference oil
for calibration/adjustment of the sensor (order no.
0554 2650, 1 piece).
•T he s ensor is exposed to large temperature jumps and
pollutants while in measuring mode. We therefore
recommend having an annual test carri ed out by Testo
Customer Service. For more information go to:
www.testo.com.
For measurements as part of a quality-assurance concept
(e.g. ISO 9001), we recommend the annual renewal of
a calibration certificate (accuracy +/- 2% TPM
more information go to: www.test o.com
Prepare calibration / adjustment
1. Clean sensor before the calibration/adjustment, see Cleaning
the sensor, page 26.
When heating the reference oil, m ake sure that no water
gets into the reference oil or onto the sensor.
The reference oil must be heated to approx. 50 °C for
calibration and adjustment.
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). We recommend
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). For
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typically, based on Testo in-house r eference, at an ambient temperature of
2. Heat water in a container (e.g. a cup) to approx. 50 °C. Place
closed reference oil bottle in the water bath for approx. 10 min
(maximum water level to lower edge of sealing cap). Then
briefly shake the closed reference oil bottle, for better heat
distribution in the bottle.
Carry out calibration / adjustment
1. Switch the instrument on, press and hold down [Hold] during
the display test for approx. 2 secs.
-When the PIN is deactivated, Alarm lights up in the
display.
> when the PIN is activated: Enter PIN.
2. Go through the configuration mode with [Hold], until CAL and
yes or no light up in the display.
3. Switch on the calibration/adjustment function with [ ] or [ ]
(yes).
4. Confirm with [Hold].
-OIL and CAL light up in the display.
There is a negative effect on the accuracy of the
calibration/adjustment when the reference oil bottle is held
by hand.
5. Immerse sensor in reference oil. Adher e to the immersion
depth!
-When alarm indicator is activated: the display lights up orange.
6. Start calibration/adjustment pr ocess with [Hold]. For faster
recording of readings: move sensor in oil.
-The display lights up red.
-M easured TPM value and temperature are displayed.
-With a stable reading: Control keys are enabled, display lights
up green.
7. Compare the value shown in the display with the target value
indicated on the label of the reference oil bottle.
> If there is a deviation of > 1%, adjustment s hould be carried
> If there is a deviation of </= 1%, no adjustment is required.
8. With [ ] or [ ] set the TPM value to the value that is indicated
on the label of the reference oil bottle.
out. Continue with step 8.
Continue with step 9.
Adjustment with reference oil impairs the accuracy by
0.5% TPM compared to the factory calibration.
A maximum correction of +/-3% TPM is possible. If the
TPM value displayed deviates by more than 3% TPM from
the target value of the reference oil, a technical check of
the instrument by Testo Service is r ecommended.
9. Save with [Hold] and carry out further settings in the
configuration mode. Use [] to quit the c onfiguration mode.
ser lights up When entering the adjustment value, a
If we have not been able to answer your question: please contact
your local dealer or the Testo Customer Service. For contact
details, see the back of this document or visit the website
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Accessories and spare parts
Description Item no.
testo 270 In the plastic case, Testo
reference oil
Plastic case for testo 270 (spare part) 0516 7301
ISO calibration certificate for testo 270,