Is this stove good for pressure canning?
2036890
That is what we bought it for, but it didn't work out well. I would not recommend it. The flame goes out in the smallest wind.
2036891
I use it for brewing beer. The flame is incredibly strong, far stronger than I actually need, but it's adjustable so I can bring it to a boil really quickly, then turn it down to maintain a constant simmer. It's nice and tall, too.
582001
The previous answers are incorrect about using this for canning. The USDA has very specific guidelines for canning including temps and PSI. The standard for all canning is 15 psi. In fact most recipes for pressure canners are based on the 15 psi. standard. Most all of these electric pressure cookers are below the 15 psi. standard and cannot be used for canning. High acid foods can be just water boiled,
1331472
This will work on a glass stove. Check the booklet on what foods can be used. There are some foods that need pressure cookers and most canning books cover that. This cooker should handle any water bath. I use mine for jellies, pickles and chili sauce. I freeze everything else.
582000
15 psi is not the standard, it is 10 psi. But this cooker will not sustain 10 psi for the length of time required to pressure can, so no, NO electric pressure cooker should be used for pressure canning. Electric PCs cycle, that is turn on when reaching max pressure then shutting off until a much lower pressure (usually 8 psi) before turning on again. With this much oscillation you can not safely know the contents are sterilized enough to prevent botulism growth. Not only that but with the cycling you get boiling of the canning jars contents which means it will boil out of the jars contaminating the lids and not seal. 15 psi is not the standard, it is 10 psi. But this cooker will not sustain 10 psi for the length of time required to pressure can, so no, NO electric pressure cooker should be used for pressure canning. Electric PCs cycle, that is turn on when reaching max pressure then shutting off until a much lower pressure (usually 8 psi) before turning on again. With this much oscillation you can not safely know the contents are sterilized enough to prevent botulism growth. Not only that but with the cycling you get boiling of the canning jars contents which means it will boil out of the jars... » Read More 15 psi is not the standard, it is 10 psi. But this cooker will not sustain 10 psi for the length of time required to pressure can, so no, NO electric pressure cooker should be used for pressure canning. Electric PCs cycle, that is turn on when reaching max pressure then shutting off until a much lower pressure (usually 8 psi) before turning on again. With this much oscillation you can not safely know the contents are sterilized enough to prevent botulism growth. Not only that but with the cycling you get boiling of the canning jars contents which means it will boil out of the jars contaminating the lids and not seal. « Show Less
1864452
I've never used a pressure cooker before. I assume you would want a constant source of heat to retain the pressure/temperature. This stove cycles off and on regularly during cooking so I don't think it will work very well for pressure cooker.
9451
Depends how old it is and what brand and if it is for canning or a regular pressure cooker. Let me know and I will see if I can help.
2223389
I love mine, the T-fal P2510737 unit. This unit is really only for pressure cooking, NOT pressure canning. The new types are so much easier than the old ones that could overpressurize. One thing that is really important, let the unit vent steam for several minutes before closing it to make sure you get a good seal. The instructions were not a clear on that but i knew to do it from pressure canning.
432514
Yes, in fact that is the main reason I purchased this. I used it for canning, and it worked great on my glass top stove.
907342
I wouldn't; the heat-up and cool-down times required for proper canning could not be achieved with a regular pressure cooker. But it depends on who you ask, don't take a chance with the family's safety. Spend a little more and get the All-American 15-1/2-Quart Pressure Cooker/Canner. You'll make up the cost as you'll be canning your own food.
1485298
By the time you fill this pan, it will be very heavy, because it is made to do heavy-duty cooking jobs. You should check the stove manufacturer's guidelines. I have a glass top electric stove right now, so I use my pan on my gas stove in my patio when I do my canning. However, I used to have an electric stove that had the coil burners, and it worked just fine on that. When I got my new glass top, the manufacturer recommended against putting heavy loads on it. If your stove is the electric coils, you surely can use it just fine. I have loved my pressure cooker very much!
1012606
I don't believe so, it is designed for cooking not canning. You might fit a few 1/2 pint jars in it. Don't recall it saying anything about canning with it the booklet.
513786
According to the website only the 10 quart model can be used for pressure canning and this is the 8 quart model. http://www.fagoramerica.com/cookware/pressure_cookers/splendid_line/splendid
134353
5 pint jars will fit in the 6 qt size. These and most digital pressure cookers and not designed for pressure canning. But if you want to hot water bath can, it will work, but would be much slower than a stove top canner. This brand would probably be the best for pressure canning if you want to risk it though because it is the only one I know of that has a pressure read out. It is however not a true pressure read, just an interpolated temperature sensor under the pot.
1201581
I use my pressure cooker on a gas stove ,and it is the same as any other pot before you put the pressure lid on. So I am able to brown meats or saute onions, etc...happy pressure cooking!
967905
Yes a rolling boil is necessary for canning, and with my experience, this canner is just fine at high temps. That's what it's made for. Just crank the burner to high and let her roll.
2236594
Yes, would be impossible/dangerous to use this equipment otherwise. I always find it helpful, when considering purchasing a product such as this, to read the manual BEFORE purchasing, to help determine if the product is for me. Here's a link to the manual if you're interested:http://www.allamerican-chefsdesign.com/admin/FileUploads/Product_44.pdfAll American makes the best home pressure canner on the market, bar none. If you need one that processes smaller batches or you happen to have a low range hood, this is your canner.
1978764
This cooker does not have a gauge showing PSI and you cannot build up pressure and then start timing. It is too small for canning jars. I have a 7 qt pressure canner that works great.