What does the "operating range" of a thermometer mean? http://www.thermoworks.com/pdf/thermopop_operating_instructions_web_a.pdf

The manual lists an "Operating Range" of "Between 32f to 122f". I thought this was the safe temperature for the entirety of the thermometer, but then it says " Do not expose the entire thermometer to temperatures over 190°F (88°C). " so the body can endure temperatures above 122f.

Does anyone know the guidelines about proper thermometer body (where all the electronics are) care?
It's the range at which it will display an accurate reading.

Or in some cases, any reading.

Update : I guess the terminology is different for this thermometer, as it says "Guaranteed accuracy ±2°F to 248°F" suggesting that it can handle 248°F ... so I'm guessing that in this case, it's talking about the ambient air temperature.  (and it's possible that the 190°F limit is like the storage temperature on computers -- you can let it get to 180°F, provided you let it get back to the allowed operating range before use).