Presto precise User Manual

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15. Do not attempt to open the canner until all internal pressure has been released, the air vent/cover lock has dropped, and no steam
escapes when the regulator is rotated to the VENT position. Any pressure in the canner can be hazardous. Never force open the
temperature sensor arm.
16. Extreme caution must be used when moving a canner containing hot liquids. Do not touch hot surfaces. Always use appliance handles.
17. To ensure safe operation and satisfactory performance, replace the sealing ring if it shrinks, becomes hard, deformed, cracked, or torn.
Use only genuine Presto
®
replacement parts.
18. Close supervision is necessary when the canner is used near children. It is not recommended that children use the canner.
19. Do not use this appliance for other than intended use.
20. Do not use this appliance for deep fat frying.
21. Do not use outdoors.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS APPLIANCE IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
IMPORTANT CORD INFORMATION
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a 3-prong grounded plug. If the plug on this appliance does not t into your
outlet, contact a qualied electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way. A short detachable power supply cord is provided
to reduce the risk of becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. DO NOT USE WITH AN EXTENSION CORD. Connect
the power supply cord to a 120VAC electrical outlet only.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Getting Acquainted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Introduction to Your Presto
®
Digital Canner . . . . . . . . 4
Canning Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Preparation Steps Before Canning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Pressure Canning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Tomatoes and Tomato Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Vegetables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Meat, Game, and Poultry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Fish and Seafood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Soups and Stocks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Boiling Water Canning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Fruits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Tomatoes and Tomato Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Pickles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Jam, Jelly, and Soft Spreads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Issues with Canned Food. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Error Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Recipe Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Consumer Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
NOTICE: This product is intended only for pressure canning and boiling water canning. Do not use it for
cooking or preparing foods.

Presto precise Specifications

General

Capacity	6 quarts
Material	Stainless steel
Control Type	Digital
Wattage	1000 watts
Keep Warm Function	Yes
Delay Timer	Yes
Safety Features	Pressure release valve, lid lock
Cooking Programs	Rice