Presto 16-Quart Pressure Canner and Cooker

Product Description Assembled Product Dimensions (L x W x H) 14.81 x 11.75 x 15.06 Inches The only safe method recommended by the U.S. Department of Agriculture for canning vegetables, meats, poultry, and seafood. Doubles as a boiling water canner for preserving fruits, jams, jellies, pickles, and salsa in half-pint and pint jars. Works on gas, electric, and smooth-top ranges. The adjustable regulator automatically maintains 5-, 10-, or 15-pounds pressure. Special air vent/cover lock allows pressure to build only when the cover is closed properly and prevents the cover from being opened until pressure is safely reduced. It also gives a visual indication of pressure inside the canner. Handy to use as a large capacity pressure cooker for preparing meats, poultry, soups, and desserts. Made of durable heavy-gauge aluminum for long life and fast, even heating. Includes a cooking/canning rack and an easy-to-follow 76-page instruction/recipe book for canning and pressure cooking. Regular Mason Jar Capacity: 13 half-pints, 10 pints, or 7 quarts (Half-pints and pints only for boiling water processing). Extended 12-year limited warranty.