Using the Nesco Electric Pressure Canner

[@marshacurtis349]

Pressure canning scared me until I watched this video. Took lots of notes. Thank you so much.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You are very welcome! Good luck and Happy Canning!!

[@valoriesmith8875]

RoseRed Homestead-That "woman with a gadget" (another teacher) also has a good research video on the Nesco's safety. You two are my favorites.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank you! I have watched some of RoseRed's videos also, she has a lot of good info.

[@KarenShady-l4b]

Thanks for the step by step instructions. I am waiting for my Nesco to be delivered, and really appreciate this.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You are welcome! Thanks for watching and happy canning!

[@RustyPgh]

Thank you so much for your step-by-step explanation. Between you and Rose Red Homestead, you've given me the confidence to start using my new Nesco. Loved your common sense way of teaching!!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank you! Glad I could help and thanks for watching. Good luck with your new Nesco! Can On!

[@joniwarren3100]

I purchased a Nesco a couple of weeks ago and canned my first load of Chili. It worked great. I have used an All American for close to 20 years… it’s just me now, and the smaller loads is what I want to do now.. the Nesco is so easy to use and pretty much does all the timing for you, including the 10 minute venting. I love it!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Congratulations! I know just what you mean. I have two stove top canners, one regular and one double that I have used for years; but now with just me, the electric Nesco is perfect and so much less work to use. Good Luck and happy canning!

[@stickybuns5750]

Thank you, thank you! I want to buy a Nesco electric pressure canner.... You are the ONLY one I have found that tells a person like me, how many and what sized jars the canner does(!) beforehand, so I know what to buy. After all, there is 9 qt canners, 12 qt, 21 qt... And a newbie like me.... Thanks for the help/ clarification!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Always happy to help. Good luck and happy canning!

[@tammimazura3709]

Wow! Thank you!! You helped 100%! Answered my questions!!!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You're very welcome, glad I could be of help! Thanks for watching!

[@pjd2709]

Wow, You did a fantasticjob explaining the Nesco canner on how to use it! Yes I have read my manual but still a bit scary to use it for the first time, but I'll go ahead and start canning in my Presto Canner. Others that I've seen on you tube have left a thing or two out of their video's, so I was never sure of what to do (even after reading the manual) so thank you so much for your video on this subject, very clear, awesome, thank you again!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank you, I appreciate that. Good luck; let me know how it goes for you.

[@pjd2709]

@@trailsendsixty-two8932 My canning went really well, have eaten most of what I canned, and going to be at it again in a day or so. Thank you again for your video it is really great for newbies! Take care that way, cheers to ya.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

@@pjd2709 That's great! Thank you! And Happy Canning!

[@bobgoldnpi]

I purchased my canner about a month ago, but have not used it because I could not find any helpful videos. Your video is amazing and has given me the confidence I need to start a batch of something. Thanks so much.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You're welcome and thank you! Glad I could help. Good luck with your canning!

[@janicearnold729]

Thank you -- I just got my Nesco Carey pressure cooker today. I have looked at about 20 videos and found yours most helpful!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank you! Glad I could be of help. Thanks for watching and happy canning with your new Nesco! If you have any questions, feel free to ask. I don't have all the answers, but I'll help where I can.

[@drkiehl9527]

Thank you for explaining the pressure valve. Every other video says to set to exhaust. Might just be me but I couldn't tell where the "exhaust" was supposed to set. There was one on each side of dial like you explained. Once you know you know but thank you!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Glad I could help! Thanks for watching and Happy Canning!

[@CarlosSejas2007]

What a great tutorial. In fact, the best canning tutorial I have seen!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Wow! Thank you!

[@sewgirl1247]

Thanks for this video, I watch for postings on the Nesco to see/learn what others are experiencing with it - gave your video a thumbs up. I have had my Nesco for a year now and really enjoy canning with it. I was interested to see a couple comments concerning the E10 not counting down all the way to zero. I noticed this happening with my canner shortly after I received it, often it will only count down 7 or 8 minutes....so I called the company thinking I had a malfunctioning canner. I was at the time, still in my warranty period and wanted it replaced if necessary. I was told that sometimes this will happen that it is normal with the electric canner and will occur because it has vented enough steam to build up pressure to start the countdown. It was never suggested to check that the valves are clear and clean, although I do check mine before each use. After watching your canner count down the full 10 minutes, I am going to clean them with vinegar as you suggested to see if it makes a difference. All of my jars seal up and I've not had issue with anything spoiling.... but being a long time stove top canner...I'd prefer to see the full 10 minutes of venting.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thanks for watching! Yes, I too like to see the full 10 minutes. I assume that the compact nature of the canner does sometimes require less time to vent the necessary air and build up the necessary pressure to begin the process. When I use my stove top I might even sometimes let it go longer before I begin the 10 minute countdown just to be sure it is vented properly because of the volume of air in the larger canner; particularly with my double canner. Happy canning!

[@tashalee4294]

This is the most through how to I've seen on this canner! Thanks for the close up of closing the valve. Others you can't tell what they are doing or if the position is away from or towards you. Thank you!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You are very welcome. Thank you for watching!

[@sandralee7659]

Just got my canner today and looked up videos on usage and yours is very informative. Thank you for posting, I feel more confident on trying my first batch soon. I will remember to LEAVE IT ALONE, ha ha. thanks again

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You're welcome; and thanks for watching. Good Luck and Happy Canning!

[@catherineabramson5460]

Thanks so much! You got me through my first session with my new Nesco. I wasn't sure how to change out the the limiting valve and was afraid to force it. Got that done and the rest, as you say, was waiting. Thanks for taking the time.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You are very welcome! Happy Canning with your new Nesco! Thanks for watching!

[@rusticroostfarmstead]

Does it just pop off and on? I need the green one as I'm also just over 1000 feet and found this video trying to look up a how to. Great video.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Sorry I missed your comment until now. Yes, it just pops off. You probably figured that out by now. Again, sorry I missed you, I try to answer all but somehow yours didn't show up on my email.

[@pbl4him]

Thank you for your video. I am using mine for the first time and after it beeped it went right to the count down for canning. It didn't do the 10 minutes of exhaust. After I was able to open the canner I tried it again. This time the canner is steaming and it just got the E10. So glad it worked. I want to thank you for addressing the wide mouth jars. I have been looking around trying to find somewhere that said why the wide mouth were able to be used and the regular mouth weren't. It sounds like there is no real reason.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You are very welcome! Glad it worked out. Thank you for watching and Happy Canning! Enjoy!

[@HollySimmons-rm4pu]

Got my Nesco yesterday. Loved this fella's presentation!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank you! Good luck with your Nesco!

[@elsiedeleon4484]

i have had my nesco smart canner for several months but was afraid to use it. your video has helped me alot! i am just now using it to can some precooked meatballs. thank you for a very well made video, very clear and easy to understand. i intend to use it only for pressure canning, i have my trusty instapot for cooking. GRACIAS!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

De nada! And good for you! I think you will really enjoy it. I like the ease of the nesco and since it's just me now, I don't think I'll use my big canners anymore. Buena suerte and Happy Canning!

[@greyfox243.]

Loved my IPot Max for pint canning, but just purchased a Nesco for Quart canning. Looking forward to putting meals in Quart jars. Thanks for the info!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You are very welcome! Happy Canning!

[@viclittle796]

Great video....have not used for 2 yrs....needed a refresher !!!!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank you, glad you liked it! Can On!!

[@holdensworld5588]

I truly enjoyed your video! I bought my Nesco canner after watching Rosered homestead! She did do a lot of research on it. You made a great video! I think you do have to use wide mouth quart jars as regular ones might be too tall, I'm not sure tho, haven't tried them yet, but did buy some, like you I would be doing mostly pints and smaller, being by myself. I appreciate all the great info you included here because I'm just getting started canning at 62yo! I'm a new sub and hope to learn more!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Welcome! Thank you for subscribing and thank you for watching! Never too late to start canning, I hope you enjoy it! I have used regular mouth quarts with mine and they worked fine. Some brand of jars may be a little taller, mine are basically the same size, but you just need to position the jars so that when you close the lid, the vent is not over a jar. I actually find the regular mouth jars; both pints and quarts easier to use because it is easier to get the jar remover over the jars to remove from the canner. Good luck and happy canning!

[@AnnieOakley379]

Good "tutorial" video! I'm used to my All American canners, but my new place has a glass top stove, so I have to can outside on the camp stove. This gizmo seems like a good fit for my needs, & I'm trying my first batch today after reading the manual a few times & watching yours & Rose's videos a few times each. Thanks again!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You're welcome and Good Luck!

[@marytendorf5558]

Thanks so much for this tutorial. I am a visual person! Very helpful😁

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Glad I could help! Thanks for watching!

[@Bullybugger]

Best video I have seen yet! Thank you!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank you, and thanks for watching.

[@leanaleelr]

Thank you for all of your knowledge. This is such a good video. You explain in such a way that I can easily follow.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You are welcome! Glad you like it and always happy to help.

[@bigneecee3126]

Thanks for sharing a detailed explanation of the Nesco canner operation process.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You are very welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@marjoriedeck5557]

Very helpful information, especially about the vent and weight. Thank you!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You are very welcome.

[@susanoswalt1169]

Thank you so much you are the first one to give exact instructions.i think I'm ready to start canning now God Bless

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You're very welcome, glad I could help. Good luck with your canning!

[@sweett4rt]

Good job on showing how to use the Nesco/Carey Canner! RoseRed Homestead also did scientific experiments on 3 electric canners..the Nesco/Carey, the Presto and the Instant Pot Max and found that the Nesco/Carey was the only one that passed.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank You! Yes, I've seen some of RoseRed's videos, but not that one. Surprised though, because I know a lot of canners who use the Presto electric canner and swear by it. 😁I'll stick to my Nesco.

[@ThirdEyeEclipse]

Could you recheck that please, sweett? I thought her results were that the IP Max passed with flying colors by consistently going 2 to 3 degrees above the others in the kill zone, over the Nesco or Presto. But it only does pints and half pints. The Nesco was 2nd consistent in reaching & holding temperature, and easier to use than the Presto. The Presto failed on her meat sauce, until she tried only pints and increased the time. She didn't like that the Presto forces a jar sanitation cycle period before canning either. Overall the Nesco won out because it is big enough to process both quarts & pints and being user friendly. Because of her tests & reviews I just bought the IP Max for Christmas, and also bought the Nesco canner for myself and one for my daughter. I picked up a nice little electric Ball freshTech Water Bath canner w/ drain spout on sale too. I have a glass top stove and want to avoid using big canners on it. To round out my new canners I'm going to get a Roots & Branches compact Steamer Canner w/ Temperature Indicator knob in the lid for extra water bath canning on the stove or outdoors. Because reading in the Nesco manual it says under Water Bath mode you can't water bath quarts, only pints and half pints. The inner pot is too short to cover quarts with water. It's also why they suggest using wide mouth jars, the wide mouth quart jars are slightly shorter than regular mouth quart jars, so they fit better when pressure canning quarts (pint mouth sizes don't matter). Now I want to experiment with the Nesco in using it's WB/steamer feature or low pressure setting to see if I can use steamer canner principles to still water bath quarts in it. On using the Nesco I saw a good tip on its official video: When getting ready to load the canner they said to pour your water in and hit the "Browning" button for a couple of minutes first, which will start preheating your water and the unit while you load your jars, and then change your setting to High or whatever needed and set your minutes. Shortens your start-to-finish processing times by preheating it.

[@faithfarmforever4795]

the Presto passed most of the canner tests - except the ones with heavy meat sauces I'm pretty sure..Vegetables, canned chicken, canned beef all passed..I have 2 presto canners and have processed ALL of my garden Vegetables with the Presto which it is Very safe for that application - per RoseRed Homestead advice I will not use my Presto canners for Chilli or spaghetti sauce with meat or things of that nature..

[@reneeubry2604]

I am using a Instapot and I checked the pressure it states and it translates to 11.6 psi when I never use more than 10 lb weight. I also can my pints for the standard time so I am sure it has plenty of time needed. I sent it on pressure cook for canning and can soaked beans for 1 hr 15 min. I normally can beans and there is always plenty of vacuum when I open a jar, for hat matter it could be less psi and still be safe. You have to convert the European pressure to see that it is well within the safe zone or to add extra time if you are at a higher altitude. I didn’t like this way of listing the pressure but they changed it for the 8 Qt that I bought last. Today (18 July2022) they told me that all of the pro series are 15 psi that adjust down to a lower pressure if you are at a lower altitude. I thought that was very interesting so this is a current update that might be helpful

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank you for that information; I've never used an Instapot for canning. Thanks for watching and thank you for commenting.

[@ruthjjw]

I love my Nesco Pressure Canner. It is very rewarding having canned meat on the shelves, starting on soups soon. I have a big stove top canner that I stopped using when we got a glass top stove, I don't want to damage it. The electric canner is awesome...

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

I know what you mean! Good luck with the soups. I have heard that the big stove top canners can be damaging to those glass tops. Always used gas stoves myself. Thank you for watching my videos.

[@1wascallywabbit]

Thank you for sharing your tutorial, it's greatly appreciated! If you were to ever re-make this video, or make an update to it...my only suggestion would be to include the fact that in order to replace the black valve with the green one, you need to pull on it somewhat hard, in order to get it off....I was SO AFRAID I was going to break it and/or needed to disassemble the hardware on the underside of the lid in order to get it off. (Just a thought/suggestion) I bought my 23 QT Presto stove top canner about 2 years ago, and have only used it once. I used it to can ugly chicken. However I'm disabled and on a disability income.... and don't have the "extra" income to buy "extra" food on my once a month check (especially with today's prices).... and with the canner being so large, I basically felt "obligated" to fill the 23qts which is costly. My additional avoidance to do any more canning is because of my particular disability, I don't have the strength or stamina thatt it takes to do all day canning preparations and projects. Hence, why I bought my new Carey....allowing me to do more affordable and "small batch" canning sessions. I just started my first session, with the timer on 74 minutes and counting down 😊 Making Pork Chili Verde. I'm using 1/2 pint wide-mouth jars and got 10 in the canner (rims of the lids are touching, but just barely) Soooo excited to finally get my 1st (of many) canning projects under my belt! I feel soooo much more confidence using this canner! 2 Off topic comments.... 1. Your elevation sounds almost exact to mine... are you in the SE Nebraska area? 2. Couldn't help but notice your Butter Boat.... don't you just love those dang things? I've got them in full length butter stick lengths and half sticks lengths...L.O.V.E them!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You are very welcome! Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it! It is true that the weights are somewhat hard to get off. They use the same spring catch as the stove top canner weights but are much more difficult to get a hold of to pull off. Thank you for reminding me of that and sharing. I enjoy my Nesco because it is so much easier to use and less labor intensive because I don't feel obligated to fill up my big stove top canner 😁yes it is a natural canner's dilemma. Enjoy your Pork Chili Verde, sounds good! Off Topic 😆 I live in Southwest Missouri Yes I really like my butter boat too!

[@1wascallywabbit]

​​@@trailsendsixty-two8932I still need to open a jar to taste it...turned out a little darker than I anticipated (don't know what I was expecting...I also pre browned the pork so maybe that added to the darker color...and what I mean is just not as fresh green of the Tomatillos) so I hope I didn't burn/scorch it by using 1/2 pint jars vs pints (?) but I wanted small portions for things like nachos, a single burrito etc. Fingers crossed that it tastes good

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

@@1wascallywabbit 🤞 I'm sure it will be fine!

[@tracierosser8631]

I canned all last summer but apparently need a refresher course. Thank you for this video 2 years after you posted lol. I’m making and canning cream of chicken with mushroom soup base. First batch built pressure went right to 75 ( pints) I’m almost positive I messed up by hitting pressure cook. Second batch in now. Thank you again, I did step by step with you and remember that’s the right way lol. I’m blaming this on my age lol No what to do with first batch?

[@tracierosser8631]

I’m letting first batch cool off then I’m bagging into freezer. Better safe than sorry.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Your welcome! Glad I could help. Seems like I blame age for a lot of things 🤣😂. I think you did the right thing with the first batch. Good luck and happy canning!

[@lisaf7688]

Bless you for this video! Answered my question with my first run on my Nesco. I've subscribed 👍✌

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank you for watching and thank you for subscribing!! Glad I was able to help. CAN ON!😁

[@carolynhilarski2553]

Thank you for this information!!! It gave me many hints on using my "new" Nesco 9.5 canner...btw, I watched the video of "that women"...good suggestion!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thanks for watching, glad I could help. 😁

[@carolynmoody9460]

just got mine a few days ago going to try it out this weekend.. Blessings

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Good luck, let me know how it goes.

[@donnacaputo3078]

Best demonstration ever! Thanks so much!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank You! and Thanks for watching!

[@cheryls6714]

I am purchasing the Nesco for quarts but I have been canning practically everything in pints (per the manufacturer’s guidelines) using the Power XL. It really does a great job. But, like you, that’s just what I do, not what I recommend.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Good for you! Stay safe and happy canning!

[@jenniferheimoz3349]

Thank you for sharing, I am new to canning. 😊

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You're very welcome. Thanks for watching and let me know if I can help. Good luck and happy canning!

[@teriengle7968]

I love this Nesco Canner!!

[@hardtruth2039]

I just ordered the Presto 12qt electric canner. I have two huge all American canners. I wanted something that I could easily can meats weekly that are on sale without having to go through all the hassle of setting up outside and dragging out a big canner.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

I know just what you mean. My electric canner stays out most of the time now and doesn't take up stove top space. Good luck, I'm sure you will enjoy it!

[@marilynwade9448]

Yep. The green Guage is for higher altitudes. Mine works perfect

[@shirley7137]

Opening to soon can cause your jars to syphon. Learned that the hard way with the presto canner. I was new to canning and impatient. Do not open until the pressure button drops.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Very true, always let the pressure come down naturally on it's own completely before opening.

[@PatMarilyn-ks8rb]

Hi, this is a great tutorial. I used my Carey for the first time this morning, canned split pea soup with ham. No problem. Now this evening, I put dry packed potatoes in, 4 pints. My question is this, once you turn the weight to the airtight setting, should it still move about, turning in a circle, or should it settle down tight? Mine was moving around so I stopped it, let the steam out, and started it over. It did the same thing. Should I trust these potatoes now? Also, the red button never did pop up with the potatoes, I think it did with my soup. Thank you for any answer to this. I am very used to my AA PC, but I want to use this one as it will be great for leftovers. Thanks again.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank you, and thanks for watching. To answer you question, no. The weight should not move around, it might still let out steam to maintain the correct pressure but it should seal completely at first and the red button should pop up to seal in the pressure. My thought is that something is preventing it from sealing. Check that there is nothing preventing the red pop up from sealing, your seal is on correctly, the lid is closed and locked, and your weight has nothing in it or on the vent pipe preventing it from sealing. Check that your spring is still on the inside of the weight. Both the 10 and 15 pound weights should have these so if it is missing, you can take the spring from one and use it in the other. Hope that helps. Good luck and happy canning.

[@debbiebybee6884]

Loved your video!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank you!

[@lindaduty2702]

Is there a place you can find a sheet with how long to cook different vegetables and meats for canning?

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Hi, thank you for your question. Canning times are usually included with the recipe. You can check with Ball Canning or Kerr Canning websites and they should have that list. Meats are generally pressure canned at 75 minutes for pints and half pints; 90 minutes for quarts and pint and a halfs. Fish is different and waterbathing is also different. Again, usually the recipe will have the canning times. Good Luck and happy canning.

[@margoriemcpherson4596]

Don't forget to unplug it at the end. Seems strange but but my book says to unplug it when it shuts off. That instruction is on page 12.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank you for the reminder. Yes you should unplug when it shuts off. I tend to always unplug my appliances when they are off or not in use. Well, except my coffee machine; I require it to be ready at a moments notice 😁

[@melindamiller2804]

Hi! I called the Carey/ Nesco company about the low pressure setting, when I wanted to pressure can quarts of peaches, instead of using Water Bath. Quarts are too tall for Water Bath in the Carey. They said I could do that and to add the 8 cups of hot water. I haven't done it yet, but am optimistic.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Yes, I have used the low pressure setting instead of water bath for both pints and 1/2 pints. Go for it, shouldn't be a problem and is faster than having to bring the volume of water necessary to water bath quarts to a boil. Happy Canning!

[@margedueck]

If your from Canada our jars, wide mouth, are apparently bigger than American jars. So you can only fit 3 quarts, 4 pints, in at a time.

[@ladonnaowens710]

A lady said on a video she puts a jar right in the middle of where the valves are. When she closes the lid it falls in between the jars.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

That sounds right. When using quarts or double stacking half pints you need to position the jars so that when you close the lid and lock it the valves fall between jars. Thanks!

[@lisajacobson4818]

Great video. Thank you.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You're welcome and thanks for watching!

[@msstraightupnochaser4836]

Awesome, informative video. Thank you!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Glad you liked it, Thanks for watching!

[@anthonykenny2631]

Thanks so much for your help!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You are very welcome; Thanks for watching!

[@gloriahelmer6300]

I have been seriously considering getting one for myself. Being as I'm canning for one these days, I really don't make big batches of anything. Sounds like the electric is the way to go for me ...

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Exactly the reason I went to the electric canner. In fact I'm thinking about checking around locally and seeing if I can swap some of my quarts for pints or 1/2 pints. Sitting on some 10 doz. empty quart jars now, but running low on pints and 1/2 pints.

[@gloriahelmer6300]

@@trailsendsixty-two8932 I did that at the beginning of the summer When it became obvious that I wouldn't need very many qts. anymore, I only have about 3 doz. now and all are filled with either juice or broth. I'm getting low on pints and half pints too. Gonna have to keep my eyes open to find more before the coming season ...

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

@@gloriahelmer6300 I still have potatoes, crushed tomatoes, winter squash, tomato sauce, and variety of beans in quarts. May take me a while to get through those.

[@holdensworld5588]

I just successfully canned 5 wide mouth pints tonight! They all sealed, yay! However, I had difficulty getting the first jar out of my canner. So you have any suggestions? I did get the really nice Ball easy grip jar lifter and it's more heavy duty than others I've seen, I had to resort to using a pot holder to get the first jar out and it did siphon a little coming out but ended up sealing. Have you had any problems while using 5 jars? Maybe it's just because they were wide mouth and pretty tight together, maybe I should try a regular mouth one in there so I have more room to navigate removing the first jar? Thanks a bunch! I appreciate you so much!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Congratulations! Yes, as I mentioned in my previous comment, the wide mouth jars are a bit difficult to get out, at least the first one. I do mostly regular mouth jars, not always because some things need the wide mouth, like my meatloaf patties. I too have to resort to a pot holder to get the first wide mouth jar out, both in pints and in quarts. The only wide mouth that isn't a problem is the pint and a half jar. As for the siphoning, it helps to leave the jars in the sealed canner about 10 more minutes after all the pressure is released before removing them. Glad to be of help, thank you.

[@Bullybugger]

Thank you I’m still getting exhaust while I’m on air tight. Normal ? 21:43

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Yes it is normal. Unlike the stove top canner, the electric doesn't let pressure build then makes the weight do it's dance; instead the pressure keeps constant by pushing up the weight and allowing extra steam to vent because of the smaller concentrated space in canner.

[@SallyOh-q2h]

Need a picture of the pressure valve in the up position. Mine did not pop up and there was still lots of steam coming out even though the countdown had started. I turned it off…

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Hi, I assume you are referring to the pressure valve that sets behind the pressure weight. It actually doesn't come up above the rim of the well that it is set in. It should normally seal sometime before or during the 10 minutes exhaust time. The movement is very subtle. Check the underside of the lid and make sure that the silicone seal is there and that the valve moves freely up and down. As for the steam, often there is steam continually coming out from the weighted valve to maintain the proper pressure in the canner, this is not unusual. Hope that helps.

[@daynasproudjomama5654]

THIS is an awesome video. I have 4 Nesco canners. I went to clean the 10 pound weight (using vinegar) and I can't get it to stay when I put it back on. So I looked at the 15 pound weight and see the small u-clip in it. The 10 pound weight that I took off doesn't have that clip. Or did it fly across the kitchen when I took it off? I'm at a loss, here! Do I need to get a replacement 10 pound weight? I thought about taking the clip out of the 15 pound weight and trying to put it into the 10 pound weight, but I certainly don't want to mess up one of my canners! Thank you so much!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

First of all, Thank you for watching! As to your question; most likely the clip did come off when you removed it or; and I don't mean any disrespect, just covering all the bases; the clip could have remained on the vent shaft and pulled out of the weight. If the clip is in fact gone, then yes, you should be able to remove the clip from the 15 pound weight and put it on the 10 pound weight. I live above 1000 feet in elevation and have never used my 10 pound weight. I assume that you are below 1000 feet elevation and only use the 10 pound so using the clip from the 15 shouldn't mess up your canner. A pair of needle nose pliers should do the trick. Hope that helps. And 4 Nesco Canners!!!!! I'm envious!! 😁

[@daynasproudjomama5654]

@@trailsendsixty-two8932 No disrespect taken! The clip definitely isn't on the vent shaft, and I scoured the counter top and floor after examining the 15 pound weight and seeing it. Okay, so once I carefully put the clip into the 10 pound weight, will it just kind of 'click' into place? And how will I know if I've 'clicked' it in properly? Meaning, if I've put it on in either 'exhaust' or 'airtight' correctly? Can you tell I've stared at it for quite sometime? I can't tell you how much I appreciate your answers.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

@@daynasproudjomama5654 So yes, the clip will 'click' into place. It actually fits under a lip around the inside of the weight. When you remove the clip from your other weight you should see two loops on either side of the clip that the ends fit under the lip and then make sure the straight bottom of the clip also fits under the lip. It's very light and you should be able to just put it in by hand. Also it will not have any affect on how the weight works, it's just a spring clip to hold the weight on the vent of the canner.

[@GM-gy4ck]

Great job. Thank you!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thanks for watching!

[@vondalesalem3421]

Great video, you answered a lot of my questions. Has your canner held up well?

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Hi, thanks for watching! Yes it has held up good. I did have a little bit of a problem with the seal on my first canner. Don't know if I damaged it or what, but I ordered a new one, actually a set of two, from Amazon.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

I also received a notification that you had another question about 1/2 pints but I don't see it anywhere. You may have deleted it? Anyway, I cannot fit 16 1/2 pints. I can put 8 of the taller slim 1/2 pints on the bottom, put in the divider and only 6 1/2 pints on top - either the tall slim ones or the short squatty ones. You cannot put any under the vents and still lock the lid. I can put 7 short squatty 1/2 pints on the bottom and 6 on the top. So the most I can do is 14. Hope that helps 😁

[@susancoyle616]

Great video!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank you! And Thanks for Watching!

[@wandamannsmith8469]

Thanks so much! Is it okay to put the regulator to air tight and go to bed so it does it’s thing and cools down by morning? Great video.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You're welcome! I wouldn't recommend it; like any pressure cooker it is best to keep an eye on it while it does it's thing. I usually go about my business while it's working, but always keep a check to be sure everything is okay.

[@jimwyatt6652]

Thanks for the great video . Ordered a nesco canner a few days ago I appreciate the information. Concerning the eight cups of water, could it be that the mark on the pot is eight cups above the wire rack. Maybe they are calling the top of the rack the bottom of the pot?🙏🏻

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thanks for watching! You may be right on that. I'm pretty certain that the measurements on the pot are designed for the pressure COOKING and slow COOKING aspects of the canner. It's a versatile appliance, but I just use it for canning. Good luck and Happy Canning!

[@jimwyatt6652]

@@trailsendsixty-two8932 good morning thanks for the response. My thought was ,that the new books say 8 cups water the old ones say 4 cups I think ? When mine comes in a few days I will try 4 cups and see if this gets the water up to the rack. Then another 4 cups to see if it brings the water up to the 4 cups mark. Have a good day 🙏🏻

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

@@jimwyatt6652 To tell the truth, I don't really refer much to the manual after my initial use; but if I remember correctly, for high pressure canning mine does say 8 cups of water and it seems I recall that it said 4 cups of water for steam canning or maybe for low pressure canning. I just use my 8 cup measuring cup 😁 Let me know what you find out. Thanks.

[@anitaburger6198]

When storing my canned goods do I need to keep the ring on or off

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

That's a good question. Some say leave it on, some say take it off. I take mine off and wash the outside of the jars, especially the ring rims. If you want to leave them on, be sure to dry the jar rim and use a fresh clean dry ring. Also if you stack your jars, always have something between the jars; in boxes or a cardboard layer. Thanks for watching!

[@katiedanderson]

Just got one of these and am using the black pressure valve that came on it bc I am at 500 feet. BUT... I am going to the mountains soon and wanted to can while I was there. Do you just pull the black one off? Do you need a tool to remove it? I saw you pop the green one on, but I wasn't sure if it was as easy to remove it. It isn't discussed in the manual and I don't want to break it trying to get it off

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Yes, it is spring loaded just like a regular pressure weight on a stove top canner. Just have to pop it off and the other should just pop right on. It is a little closer to the lid than on a regular canner so it's a little harder to get a hold of. Hope that helps and happy canning.

[@debbiebybee6884]

What about canning leftover vegetable soup with meat in it?

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Yes, it can be canned. Use meat times. I've never done it myself, but I have seen people who have. You are cooking the soup twice so I would think that the vegetables would loose some of their firmness.

[@tinayanotitinaro7569]

Thank you

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@anitaburger6198]

Do you can cooked meats and raw meats the same amount of time.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Yes, I can them both the same amount of time.

[@suzee_]

Not sure if you will see this question bc this video is a year old , but I used mine for the first time and after I had it on airtight it released so much pressure I thought maybe my dial was on wrong so I stopped it and will let it cool and check it.and start it all over of course ..but will it release a lot of pressure through out the process ? Ty for a great video

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank you for watching. I try to always keep track of comments and answer them no matter how old the video is. To answer your question, yes, it will continue to release pressure once it has reached the pressure of the weight. Stove top canners will dance or jiggle to release the excess pressure, but the electric will constantly allow excess pressure to be released. Hope that helps. Happy Canning!

[@leannesmith333]

Great video! The best I found on how to use this. My venting countdown only went down 5 minutes and then it switched to 20, (which is what I set my pressure canner to for green beans in pints.) is this normal and is it okay that it didn’t vent for 10 mins?

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Hi, sorry I missed you question, it failed to come up on my notifications. I hope everything turned out ok for you. It is not normal. 'whether or not enough air was expelled to create the proper temperature and pressure ration, I really couldn't say. Again, sorry I missed your question.

[@northernmemaw4036]

Thank you for a very impressive, & informational video!😁❤ Do you recommend any specific pressure canning recipe cookbook? I'm new to pressure canning, & just got my Nesco a few days ago. I've always done water bath canning on the stove, so I'm really excited to try machine this out😊

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thanks for watching, I'm glad you liked it. I really don't use any particular canning cookbook. I started out with just vegetables and used a Kerr canning book, Ball has a good one also. I go by some basic guidelines of things I don't can, even though there are others who do can things I won't. I add those things when I cook up what I can; things like thickeners, rice, gravy, dense things that don't allow the heat to evenly penetrate the jar, just to name a few; although some of these can be added to the recipe in small quantities and still can well. Other than that, my base line rule is to can mixed things, like meals in a jar, according to the item that requires the longest canning time. Hope that helps and always happy to offer any help I can, just feel free to ask.

[@northernmemaw4036]

@@trailsendsixty-two8932 Thank you so very much. That's very helpful. I've got Ball Canning books, and apparently never paid attention to anything other than water bath recipes lol Thank you for the ideas, and happy canning 😊

[@belindataylor3253]

Loving how to use the canner. My question, if the s/sour chicken is 35 minutes, why did you run it to 75 on the canner? Also could you post your recipe, I would love to try it. Thanks a bunch. Have a great day.😀

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Hi! Thanks for watching! Not sure where the 35 minutes came from, it is possible that I misspoke somewhere😁. Sometimes my mouth works faster than my brain; but I always process anything with meat 75 minutes for pints and 90 minutes for quarts. As for the recipe; I have a video "pressure canning sweet and sour pork and chicken". Same recipe, just different meat. Hope that helps. Happy Canning!

[@musicwallartmusicdecor2718]

Is it normal after going to airtight for heavy continuous steam and a loose airtight valve that is wobbly?

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Hi! Thanks for watching. Generally speaking, yes. How much it does may vary, but the purpose of the weight is to regulate the pressure in the canner. On a stove top canner, the weight will "dance" around or even sometimes wobble and let out steam continuously. Same thing on the electric canner. If the pressure rises higher than the weight, steam will be released, and sometimes it is continuous. Make sure that your weight is firmly set and locked down, check your spring inside the weight and make sure it is there. If not, you can use the one from the other weight. Hope that helps.

[@musicwallartmusicdecor2718]

@@trailsendsixty-two8932 Thank you. Awesome videos and great training. Iam now a follower.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank you and welcome!

[@debbiebybee6884]

We are 1465 ft above sea leval so should use the green pressure valve?

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Yes, anyone 1000 ft or above should use the green 15 lb. pressure weight. Thanks for watching!

[@debbiebybee6884]

@@trailsendsixty-two8932 So what should I do with a delicious tortilla soup I made and can it has chicken in it will it be OK? The lids sealed

[@debbiebybee6884]

Thanks for your recipe

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

@@debbiebybee6884 You're welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

@@debbiebybee6884 I'm assuming that you canned it using the black 10 lb. pressure weight? If so, you have four options: 1-throw it out; 2- refrigerate it and consume within a reasonable time; 3- open and re-can them with the 15 lb. weight; or 4 just go with them as they are. I'm sure you will find arguments for all four. As we say in rebel canning "your kitchen, your rules". Personally I would refrigerate and enjoy the delicious tortilla soup over the next couple of weeks. Hope that helps.

[@hootwho3640]

Concerning putting the removeable condensation catcher back on--i knocked it off and cannot see where it was. Any info on putting it back on?

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Yes, there is a drain hole in the channel next to the hinge on the back. The condensation catcher just clips on underneath the channel centered on that hole. Hope that helps.

[@hootwho3640]

@@trailsendsixty-two8932 thank-you--catcher is back on!!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

@@hootwho3640 👍

[@vacationgal05]

I have a dilemma... I got this for Christmas and wanted to try to pressure cook with it today. However, it seems where I live I'm right at or just under/above that 1000 above sea level threshold. So I don't know if I should use the green or black valve! Can anyone please help?

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Veronica, I would probably go ahead and use the green 15lb pressure weight. My altitude is just barely above the 1000 feet and I always use the 15lb weight. Hope that helps.

[@vacationgal05]

@@trailsendsixty-two8932 thanks!

[@marymatra9322]

Thank you Great instructions thank you again

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You're welcome! Glad you liked it and thanks for watching!

[@deborahjohnson646]

Can u please tell me why some people use 4 cups of water and some use 8 it's very confusing.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

A very good question. The manual is not very specific on this. Generally it calls for 8 cups. The reason is to make sure the canner doesn't run dry. On the high pressure canning, I always use the 8 cups unless I am doing half pints and cannot raise the jar lids above the water level. So it depends on what you are canning the time required to process. Things that do not require a longer time to process can get by with less water; it does make the process faster. Hope that helps.

[@RaymondRichey]

I need to know if I can pressure can with 1 litre mason jars …😊

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Without knowing the height measurement of the liter jar, I really couldn't say for sure.The standard quart jar is 7inches/8cm by 4inches/10.16cm and the canner will hold 4 quart jars. Hope that helps.

[@reginagiles6599]

What is your recipe for the Nacho Cheese Sauce please?

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

No real recipe, I just buy the #10 cans and can it in smaller portions. I do have a video posted, although I believe that I used frozen queso in a bag; but the procedure is the same.

[@evelynestes1640]

Can I use this pressure canner for meats?

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Yes you can. Always use the high pressure setting and proper time and weight. Works great for meat.

[@DawnAtCusterCottage]

What do you do if you need 11 pounds of pressure and not 10 or 15?

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

A lot of canning recipes are written for canners that use a gauge. Pressure weighted canners are designed so that you don't have to watch the pressure gauge, they are based on your elevation above sea level. Generally speaking, you would use a 10 lb. if you are below 1000 feet elevation and 15 lb. if you are 1000 feet and above. In most cases, the processing times will be the same with gauges and weights; but make sure to do a little research to be certain. Hope that helps.

[@DawnAtCusterCottage]

@@trailsendsixty-two8932 Thank you!

[@teeser2436]

I just got my Nesco and live I The mountains does steam come out of your pressure valve I haven’t seen others do this. But it’s really coming out of the green valve is this normal? I can’t find an answer.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Congrats on getting your Nesco! Yes it is normal for the steam to come out most of the time during the canning process. There may be a little time right after the venting when you put the weight on airtight that there is no steam, but once the pressure builds up to 15lbs the weight will allow the excess pressure to release and maintain 15lbs. On a stove top canner, the weight "jiggles" releasing the excess pressure, but still there is always some steam escaping. The weight on the Nesco is designed different; it doesn't "jiggle", just releases steam. Sorry, long answer, hope that helps. Happy Canning!

[@johnirby493]

Try Low Temperature/High Temperature, used for cooking.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank you for your comment, but sorry, I'm not sure what your point is.

[@johnirby493]

The high and low symbols have to do with temperature, like on a stove. The unit is not only for canning, its for cooking, too. The green and black weights are used control pressure.@@trailsendsixty-two8932

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Hi, sorry I missed your comment until now. Yes, the Nesco electric pressure canner can also be used to pressure cook. It has specific buttons for pressure cooking, slow cooking, and browning.You can also use the waterbath/steamer button for steam cooking; but it is in fact firstly a pressure canner. And yes, the low and high pressure does control the temperature necessary under the pressure of 10 or 15 pounds to safely can. The low pressure setting is used as a type of waterbath canning without having to cover the jars with water to maintain the necessary temperature need in waterbath canning. Thank you for your info; hope this is helpful to everyone!

[@agoogleuser8212]

Hi. First time using my canner today. After the E0 I switched to Airtight and waited. Pretty soon it started beeping continuously and aggressively, so I shut it off since yours didn't do that. There was definitely some (just a little bit) steam coming out along the lid, is that normal? It's brand new and I can't figure out what to do now. Are my beans ruined?

[@agoogleuser8212]

PS I figured out what I did wrong... Too much water in the canner! I learned that you need to measure 8 cups and pour it in. And do not use the lines on the inside of the canner as measurements! Thx for helping me get started today! I think I may have had a bit of siphoning bc I can smell food - but we'll have to see what happens when I get to open it up!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

@@agoogleuser8212 Glad you were able to figure it out! I trust all worked out okay. Good Luck and thank you for watching.

[@agoogleuser8212]

@@trailsendsixty-two8932 Yes sir! I reprocessed them with less water and they turned out perfectly! Really appreciated your video, thanks again!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

@@agoogleuser8212 🎉 Excellent!

[@belias8036]

Can I can 1 half pint at a time?

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Technically, yes. However, I would recommend that you put 4 with water in them to help equalize the space and keep the jar from moving around. You can use old lids if you have them.

[@belias8036]

@@trailsendsixty-two8932 ty

[@Loganator17]

I accidentally used the black one, first time using mine and didn’t realize it had different weight than the green one. I’m canning right now. I’m a little over 1,000 ft. Are the potatoes okay still? 😩

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Tough question 🤔 Statistically speaking one would say no. Personally, and this is not advice because technically I am not an expert on such things; I live between 1100 and 1200 ft. in elevation and would not have a problem with a one time oversight. The generally accepted rule among "rebel" canners is "your kitchen, your rules"; so it would depend upon what you are comfortable with. If in doubt, you could always just store them in the fridge and use them first. Hope that helps.

[@lyettelavoie4481]

Love my carey canner, same canner just canadian name lol

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Absolutely! I love mine so much, I'm thinking about getting another and getting rid of my stove top canners. 😁 maybe...

[@Mindy56743]

Letting it sit should stop the siphoning. 🤞

[@charlenequinilty7252]

You can can in the instant pot Max

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

Thank you for your comment. I'm not real familiar with the Instant Pot Max, but as I understand it, it is primarily a pressure cooker and while it does say that it has a 15psi cooking weight that can be used for canning; that much pressure is not necessary for elevations under 1000 feet. So yes, according to their instruction manual, you can pressure can with it. Personally I prefer to use a pressure canner that says you can also pressure cook with it rather than a pressure cooker that says you can also can with it. But as I always say: your kitchen your rules; just keep your family safe. Happy Canning!

[@charlenequinilty7252]

@@trailsendsixty-two8932 I have stove top, nesco and ipmax. Went by what rose red tested

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

I've heard a lot of good things about Rose Red, she does a lot of good research.

[@sshelbss9393]

Super informative video! Thank you!

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You are welcome! and Thanks for watching!

[@meganrichey7974]

Thank you for the video.

[@trailsendsixty-two8932]

You're very welcome, thanks for watching!