CANNING-Does it require a SPEVIAL attachment and SPECIAL lids that does not come on all models? If so, which models does it come on?
1708141
I am not sure what you mean by "canning". Foodsaver makes a jar attachment for regular and wide-mouth canning jars, but you cannot replace the canning process with this machine. It is only safe to vacuum-seal dry items in jars if you aren't going to process the jars in a water bath. Rice, whole grains such as wheat berries, beans, legumes, pasta, nuts, chocolate, freeze-dried foods, herbs, whole spices and many other dry food types will last much longer when vacuum-sealed in GLASS instead of plastic. Some whole grains will last years.
1708142
I am not sure what you mean by "canning". Foodsaver makes a jar attachment for regular and wide-mouth canning jars, but you cannot replace the canning process with this machine. It is only safe to vacuum-seal dry items in jars if you aren't going to process the jars in a water bath. Rice, whole grains such as wheat berries, beans, legumes, pasta, nuts, chocolate, freeze-dried foods, herbs, whole spices and many other dry food types will last much longer when vacuum-sealed in GLASS instead of plastic. Some whole grains will last years. EDIT - I have been using the jar attachment for several years to take advantage of bulk items at Costco and to store my emergency food supply. Do a google search Wendy DeWitt. She does a food storage seminar for the LDS community that is terrific.
1297783
This lid fits a standard regular mouth jar. Standard canning jars are available in regular and wide mouth.
2224601
I am glad I stumbled across this q & a section, as I was intending to purchase this for canning veggies. I am a first-time canner, but grew up around the process of "Water Bath Canning" as well as the use of a Pressure Canner. My question, if anyone can help, What is a good dependable safe Pressure Canner for a Beginner? I appreciate any suggestions I can get..., thank you in advance ~ Denise
697089
The lids should be sterilized by pouring boiling water over them and allowing them to soak to soften rims. The canning lid rack is a silly investment, just use a pot. Visnaskas, I agree with you. Do not spend time and money on something so simple as sterilization. One could also bring lids to a boil, turn down heat, no big deal. The Canning Lid Rack is such a crock.
2104002
I do not can, but the manual says that you can. I have enclosed a link where you can down load the manual and see the instructions for canning. I do have a friend who does some canning, she used this and likes it. http://www.maxi-matic.com/product.php?productid=206&cat;=80&page;=1
1399509
No. I had to take the seal off the new replacement lid and put it on my old lid. I didn't realize I bought the wrong model when I purchased it.
798500
Yes, you can use regular canning rings with these lids. I suggest you keep the ring on after the canning process. My experience is that this lids came loose after a couple of days, but they worked very well for some people with the rings staying tight for some time.
218776
i purchased this to assist me with all the canning that i do. It works very well. I have no complaints with the unit. Easy clean up! Glad I purchased it.
827757
I measured mine today. It is true, you cannot use the rack that comes with it, but I have a ~5-inch little trivet that works really well. I checked--you can put 3 pint jars in it while sitting on my little trivet. (NEVER put the jars directly on the bottom.) I read the instruction book, and there is a reference to a Ball canning lid being ok to use in it. They do not say you can use it to pressure can, but I am taking that reference as being that it is ok to use it to can (ALWAYS WITH CARE!) You must not overfill the unit. My unit only takes 3 pint jars--no quarts. Another consideration is that a proper "canner" came with a rack to hold each jar in place so they do not bang each other. I am going to take chunks of aluminum foil and wad it loosely up and stuff it in a loop between the pint jars to hold them apart. For my first attempt I may sit it out on the deck, just in case :-), but I really do not think there should be a problem.
1326327
My canner is a M0512-11. 12qt. The book that came with it pairs it with the gasket #S-9882. I found when I was researching it, I had to keep looking at all model # until I found it. It fits perfectly.
932100
Yes you will need a wide mouth jar .I was lucky I had one from canning . Phyllis
23005
The airlock is universal, however, this kit is designed to work with a wide-mouth canning jar. (The white plastic disc replaces the canning lid, and it fits securely on the jar with a standard wide-mouth ring.) Unless ypu have an unusual gallon jar with a wide-mouth opening, this kit will not work. However, it will work with half-gallon canning jars with a wide mouth.
627389
there is only two sized lids on mason jars if you have owned a lot of jars, there is a larger and a smaller size. when you buy these there is a larger and a smaller size you can buy, they replace the larger or small lid with a nipple on it so you can use the air sealer thing they sell.
957943
Yes it is necessary, the jars can't touch the bottom of the pot. Also this only hold 3 pint jars so if you are planning to can large amounts you would be better off investing in the large canning pot. Also I suggest watching the ball canning video lots of good information. I have been canning for a number of years and found the video informative.
293040
Sorry, but this would be too small. I would recommend going to the Presto web site to see if they have something that will fit. Happy canning!
2155978
It can, with an attachment, vacuum seal lids to canning jars. HOWEVER, this is not a replacement for actually canning the food - if not heated/cooked as directed, you may be sealing botulism spores in with your food. The attachment is great for sealing lids to allow storage of dry goods under vacuum (like flour, sugar, etc), but should not be used as a replacement for properly canning wet, fresh, or cooked foods.
2155982
No, this unit is not capable of performing the pressure needed for canning. The food saver brand has special canisters for vacuum sealing foods such as grains, and other limited types of foods.