This document introduces the features and uses of Extech's Fruit Hardness Tester Model FHT200. The tester is used to measure the hardness (ripeness) of fruits such as apples, pears, strawberries, and grapes. It features a high-precision load cell sensor, digital display with peak hold function, tension or compression measurement, positive/reverse display, large backlight LCD display, RS-232/USB computer interface, and comes with a hard carrying case and 4 measurement tips.