On 11/02/2013 08:49, Desperate Dan wrote:
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Another way is to tap the thermometer stem against the palm of your hand and in line with where the bubbles are. The bubbles should, again, break up.

.... I've always found that method works well - needs patience - it is a
'smart tap' with couple of fingers closed-up, in rapid succession ...
and perhaps an intervening cup of tea, but it will work.

Martin.


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