I bought this second hand and haven't got a manual for it. I looked up the model number and looked at the manual but I still want to be really sure that this is safe to use on my glass top. Thank you for any insight.
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InterestingCabinet41
I’ve used on glass tops. Make sure you dry the bottom well because any moisture will get trapped underneath and start popping as it heats. It took forever to heat up but I had no issues.
AnotherLimb
The manual for my pressure canner says to check the manual for my stove. Never read the manual for the stove.
That being said, I run it and it works. Your mileage may vary. It can be hard to get a rolling boil when I use it for water bath canning.
Don’t slide it or you will scratch your cooktop. Always lift it to move it.
poweller65
It depends on how much weight your specific glass cook top can handle. Check the manual
Krickett72
It depends on the actual make/model. With mine i cant but not because of it being glass. Evidently the burner elements there was a special kit to replace them. They won’t get hot enough for a consistent time. They turn on and off. The kit is no longer available for mine so I have to use an electric water bath canner and an electric pressure canner. I had to do alot of research on my actual make/model. Look for the manual for your stove. If you cant findbthe information there, try contacting the manufacturer.
definitelytheA
I wouldn’t. Two reasons.
That canner is going to be very, very heavy full of water and jars full of food.
I can’t see by the photos if you have one, but the steam from my canner infiltrated the CPU of my over-the-range microwave, and some of the buttons/functions stopped working. We had to replace the CPU.
I use mine on my Samsung glass top, no issues. Get the gauge checked before you use it first time, then again every year or so unless you plan to just use weights. Local ag extension if you are near a university will do it.
Affectionate-Mess278
Before you use it you MUST be positive the pressure dial works properly. If the dial is off you risk spoiling everything you’ve canned & you sure don’t want to poison family & friends. (Hopefully not. 🤣)
LN4848
I carefully water bath on my glass top. The entire setup is below the weight limit. I wouldn’t pressure can because replacing the glass top is half or more of the cost of the stove. A hot plate would be less expensive.
pennywitch
When it’s filled with water, it will be too heavy for your glass top. You may get away with it once or twice, but eventually, it will crack/shatter your stove top.
Deleted-Dream
I have a Samsung glass stove top and one of its specific features was the ability to use cast iron and pressure cookers/canners it is half the reason I bought it. It is pre pandemic though so it is a lot better made than the ones we have looked at recently.
Wild-Growth6805
I use an All American 921 and it says I can use on my stove top and I have a glass top, however all stoves are different but if you do use it, never drag it across the top because it will leave large scratches in the glass. But still check manuals for proper rules and regulations prior.
Lisbon22
I do and no issues
forogtten_taco
Thats what I use it on. Why would it not work, every other pot and pan works on it ?
kris__bryant
I use a propane camp stove in the garage with the garage door open.
Quirky-Farmer-9789
Yes, Presto actually did you a favor by putting that flat raised base on the bottom because that’s what’s going to contact the actual heated surface of the stovetop.
Just don’t slide it around while it’s up there, pick it straight up and set it straight down. That much weight will make any dirt and grit and stuff that much more likely to scratch the finish on the stove if there’s any sliding or dragging.
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I’ve used on glass tops. Make sure you dry the bottom well because any moisture will get trapped underneath and start popping as it heats. It took forever to heat up but I had no issues.
The manual for my pressure canner says to check the manual for my stove. Never read the manual for the stove.
That being said, I run it and it works. Your mileage may vary. It can be hard to get a rolling boil when I use it for water bath canning.
Don’t slide it or you will scratch your cooktop. Always lift it to move it.
It depends on how much weight your specific glass cook top can handle. Check the manual
It depends on the actual make/model. With mine i cant but not because of it being glass. Evidently the burner elements there was a special kit to replace them. They won’t get hot enough for a consistent time. They turn on and off. The kit is no longer available for mine so I have to use an electric water bath canner and an electric pressure canner. I had to do alot of research on my actual make/model. Look for the manual for your stove. If you cant findbthe information there, try contacting the manufacturer.
I wouldn’t. Two reasons.
That canner is going to be very, very heavy full of water and jars full of food.
I can’t see by the photos if you have one, but the steam from my canner infiltrated the CPU of my over-the-range microwave, and some of the buttons/functions stopped working. We had to replace the CPU.
I use a [portable hot plate](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=cadco+hot+plate+for+canning&adgrpid=190022612041&hvadid=779750042804&hvdev=m&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=1014966&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=15873999339595539140–&hvqmt=e&hvrand=15873999339595539140&hvtargid=kwd-1159822704392&hydadcr=14858_13704588_1341118&mcid=1a6e25b7e7dc3d4e9eafc32fef2745fe&tag=hydsma-20&ref=pd_sl_8xs5pmgiv4_e) now. The link will lead to one I know has enough wattage to get to temp and maintain it, so if you choose a different option, be sure to choose one that has a wide enough heating element to fit most of your canner, for even heating, and one with enough wattage (minimum 1500) to heat to temp, and maintain stable throughout the canning process).
[Here’s an article with more information.](https://www.healthycanning.com/canning-on-hot-plates-or-portable-burners/)
I use mine on my Samsung glass top, no issues. Get the gauge checked before you use it first time, then again every year or so unless you plan to just use weights. Local ag extension if you are near a university will do it.
Before you use it you MUST be positive the pressure dial works properly. If the dial is off you risk spoiling everything you’ve canned & you sure don’t want to poison family & friends. (Hopefully not. 🤣)
I carefully water bath on my glass top. The entire setup is below the weight limit. I wouldn’t pressure can because replacing the glass top is half or more of the cost of the stove. A hot plate would be less expensive.
When it’s filled with water, it will be too heavy for your glass top. You may get away with it once or twice, but eventually, it will crack/shatter your stove top.
I have a Samsung glass stove top and one of its specific features was the ability to use cast iron and pressure cookers/canners it is half the reason I bought it. It is pre pandemic though so it is a lot better made than the ones we have looked at recently.
I use an All American 921 and it says I can use on my stove top and I have a glass top, however all stoves are different but if you do use it, never drag it across the top because it will leave large scratches in the glass. But still check manuals for proper rules and regulations prior.
I do and no issues
Thats what I use it on. Why would it not work, every other pot and pan works on it ?
I use a propane camp stove in the garage with the garage door open.
Yes, Presto actually did you a favor by putting that flat raised base on the bottom because that’s what’s going to contact the actual heated surface of the stovetop.
Just don’t slide it around while it’s up there, pick it straight up and set it straight down. That much weight will make any dirt and grit and stuff that much more likely to scratch the finish on the stove if there’s any sliding or dragging.