RFX GATEWAY™ and RFX MEAT™ with ThermoWorks

Before You Begin with RFX

Connect to Wi-Fi
A 2.4GHz Wi-Fi Network is required to use RFX Wireless. This frequency provides the longest range and best penetration through walls and obstacles. Read more about 2.4GHz vs 5GHz Wi-Fi here.

Download the App
RFX Wireless requires the use of the ThermoWorks App (available through the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store). A free basic account allows for use of up to 10 cloud-connected devices. The RFX GATEWAY and each individual RFX MEAT probe count as single devices. Paid plans are available for additional features and higher device limits.

Protect Your Probes

Before cooking, RFX MEAT must be inserted into the meat to the immersion line marked on the wireless probe. (This protects the internal components.) Failure to do so may result in irreversible damage to the probe that is not covered under the warranty. Once properly inserted to the immersion line, RFX MEAT is safe to use in cooking environments up to 1,000°F (538°C). Do not use RFX MEAT for any cooking applications where the insertion end below the probe’s immersion line is exposed to temperatures beyond 212°F (100°C).

If you plan to use RFX Wireless with Billows, you need to use the 12-volt power adapter that comes with Billows. The 5-volt adapter included with RFX GATEWAY will not provide sufficient power to run Billows.

Before your First Cook

Understanding Probe Placement

To get accurate readings and protect your RFX MEAT, it is essential to understand proper probe placement. RFX MEAT has four sensors near the tip of the probe and will display the lowest temperature reading. This can help you ensure that you are seeing the coldest temperature while also meeting the minimum immersion required to protect your probe.

• Hold RFX MEAT against the side of the piece of meat to visualize where the sensors will be when fully inserted to the immersion line.

• Insert the probe from whatever angle helps you to reach the thermal center (the thickest part of the meat) and meet the minimum immersion line.

Make Sure your Notifications are Enabled

RFX GATEWAY and RFX MEAT have no physical alarm and are reliant on notifications from the app to alert you of temperature changes. The default settings (if you allow notification) will ensure you receive alerts. You can also double check your Notification Settings 

From any screen, select the hamburger menu in the top left-hand corner and select “User Notifications".