What is the maximum operating pressure (psi) for this cooker ?
471166
it appears from descriptions on German websites that the absolute maximum pressure (where the steam comes out and whistles an alarm) is 16 psi, with a nominal operating pressure of 14.5 psi.
1342483
If you attempt to "can" food in this cooker be absolutely sure you read the recipe you are using carefully. This cooker operates at 15 psi and cannot be reduced to 5 or 10 psi. If you live at an altitude that recommends 10 psi for home canning then this is NOT THE COOKER FOR YOU!!!! You can compensate for the increased pressure but this requires experience ...... talk to someone who lives near you who is known to KNOW what they are doing when it comes to "canning" !!!!! Hope this helps!
459768
If its anything like the Cooks Essential model (K41143) recently sold on QVC (it looks identical to mine) the manual states its 12 psi. I saw a Q&A; posted about the psi and they said since 12 is only a little less than 15 psi so it takes just a minute or 2 longer to cook than a 15 psi.
1206832
I'm sorry but I am unable to answer your question as I do not have a pressure cooker. I purchased this to use in a pan to poach fish and have not used it yet. Good luck.
1666759
I have no way of measuring the PSI in these cookers, but 15 is the standard for American pressure cookers (European pressure is measured in kilopascals and cookers manufactured there are standardized at 100 kPA, or approximately 14.5 PSI, which is generally rounded up to 15). Tramontina is an American brand, but the cookers - or at least the tri-ply bottoms - are made in China. I have read they are assembled in Brazil but I'm not sure if that is the case for these.
332520
http://www.amazon.com/6-quart-Pressure-Cooker-Stainless-Cooking/dp/B005YZYYE4/ref=cm_cr_pr_pb_t
2152202
I don't know the maximum other than manufactur probably recommends 90 psi. I run 130 and it runs real good, I use it daily no problems
1101760
there is no psi measurement device on the cooker. just high and low indicator
1227699
PSI means pounds (of pressure) per square inch, I believe. So the higher the number, the greater the pressure the cooker can withstand. Yes, it can cook at 2 different pressure levels. You will see a red line appear on the pressure gauge as the cooker heats up. Some foods must be cooked on the first red line, such as rice. Other foods need to be cooked at the second red line, such as beans. The Kuhn Rikon pressure cooker has an excellent book that comes with it which explains these things. I have not been disappointed in my Kuhn Rikon. It is quite sturdy and saves me time in the kitchen. I really don't know what I did without it. Hope this answers your question.
1188102
The maximum PSI=150. It is printed on the body of the "Inflator". The guage also indicates 150 psi. I only used it to 65 psi.
569763
Sorry, I don't know. The gasket didn't work. I followed the instructions and tried it several times but, it was not right, so eventually I scrapped the pressure cooker. I hope you have better luck than I had.
1636611
I am not sure of the max pressure. What I can tell you is this: I run two of these compressors for an on board system, both separately check valved into one 3 gallon tank. I have both of them connected/regulated by a single Viair pressure switch (90-120psi) and use a single 120 amp continuous duty solenoid to power them. My pressure is set to a 120psi max however I have run them up to 150 psi before shutting them off. For me 120psi is plenty, and there's enough air volume to power a small die grinder and other simple air tools. The system will air up the 33's on my truck pretty quick.
122846
The instructions really just tell you how to properly hook up the unit. They give no maximum stop pressure. The gauge goes up to 150 psi. Seeing that another responder has gone up to 145 psi, your need of 120 psi should not be an issue.
2212664
I don't know. I like this cooker. It is one of the best on The market. buy one that is big enough. you only load up to 2/3 of capacity to cook anything so get a bog one. There is a learning curve to using it. My biggest mistake is I forget to turn the bunker to high once I fasten the lid on. Sounds silly., bu I forget often and then wonder why I can't get the pressure I want.
1342482
Yes, it is ok as long as the food in jars do not call for more psi than the cooker can produce. I believe the psi is 10 to 12. So if your food is calling for 10 to 12 pounds of pressure, you should not have a problem. Just be sure and let the cooker release naturally, do not use quick pressure release. Be sure and take all safety precautions to keep from harming yourself due to steam or broken jars. Good luck.
1009181
Not sure, Allen. My silicone steamer says it's ok up to 450, but how do we find out temp inside a pressure cooker (without being sorry... ) : ) I have a flat metal (aluminum probably) steamer rack that rests on bottom of a canning pot and something like this could withstand higher heat? Hope someone knows how to find an answer.
1801220
This pressure cooker has 2 cooking settings. One at 7 psi and the other at 13 psi. It also has a steam release setting and a remove setting.