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MULTI-USE CANNER 

Instruction Manual

 

VKP1145 

Aluminum 

Summary of Contents for VKP1145

Page 1: ...MULTI USE CANNER Instruction Manual VKP1145 Aluminum ...

Page 2: ...s 4 Canning Jar Lid Selection 4 Jar Sterilization 5 Indicator Knob Instructions 5 Canner Use Instructions 6 Water Bath Canning 6 Steam Canning 8 Processing Times 9 Troubleshooting Guide 10 Notes 11 Recipes 12 17 Warranty Contact Info Back Cover For the most up to date manual or for more information regarding this product visit our website at www Victorio info ...

Page 3: ...Victorio Aluminum Multi Use Canner Model VKP1145 Your complete Multi Use Canner includes the following items Glass Lid containing a Thermostat Knob Aluminum Stock Pot Stainless Steel Jar Rack 1 ...

Page 4: ... using your canner Victorio Kitchen Products IS NOT responsible for damage of any kind to the range or cooktop as a result of using this canner Always use heat protective gloves or mitts when handling any part of your canner When removing the lid from the canner be sure to always tilt it away from you to avoid steam burns Any steam produced will be hot and can cause serious injury Use extreme caut...

Page 5: ... Differences Water bath canning is the process of immersing the jars in water and using the boiling water to raise the temperature of the jars Steam canning is the process of boiling the water below the jars and using steam to heat the jars The advantage to steam canning is that it saves time energy and water As a result steam canning is a much quicker and more efficient method Double Sided Jar Ra...

Page 6: ... normal for aluminum To remove hard water deposits from the stock pot add 1 4 cup of vinegar and 1 gallon of water to the pot and boil for 2 to 3 minutes NEVER ALLOW YOUR CANNER TO BOIL DRY Negligence might result in damage to the canner or your stove Check the water level after every batch Canning Jar and Lid Selection Regular and wide mouth Mason type threaded home canning jars with self sealing...

Page 7: ...crew bands Indicator Knob Instructions WARNING Be careful where you place your lid DO NOT set the lid on top of hot burners or hot pans as this can cause the indicator to give inaccurate readings or become damaged Your Victorio Canner has an indicator built into the knob on the lid This indicator tells you when to start your processing time The indicator has 3 different Zones The zones are divided...

Page 8: ...ning The steam and water will be hot and can cause a serious burn injury Use extreme caution while using your canner Water Bath Canning 1 Fill the stock pot with 11 quarts of water and place on a largestovetop burner 2 Set the jar rack so the handles are resting on the top lip of the pot see diagram at right 3 Preheat water to 140 F for raw packed foods and to 180 F for hot packed foods 4 Follow t...

Page 9: ...processing time is finished turn off the heat remove the lid by tilting it away from you to avoid steam burns and let stand for 5 minutes before removing jars If the jars are removed immediately from the canner after processing that could increase the possibility for breakage due to drastic temperature changes taking place too quickly 14 Warning The steam and water will be hot and can cause a seri...

Page 10: ...k 3 Preheat water to 140 F for raw packed foods and to 180 F for hot packed foods 4 Follow the directions in an approved canning guide to prepare and fill the jars with the product you are going to process 5 Place your prepared jars on the canning rack It will hold 7 quarts or 8 pints 6 Place the lid on the pot so the vent holes are towards the back and you can easily read the indicator knob 7 Mak...

Page 11: ...ot pads or a jar lifter to remove the jars from the canner Place the jars on a dry towel cloth or cooling rack in a draft free area leaving 2 inches of space around all sides of the jars Let cool for 12 24 hours 14 After cooling time is complete remove the rings and check the seals by depressing the center of the canning lid If it pops back up it is not sealed Reprocess within 24 hours or refriger...

Page 12: ...mperature is too high Reduce heat DO NOT boil the water rapidly during the entire processing time A slow rolling boil is sufficient to maintain the temperature inside the pot Be sure you have a minimum of 3 quarts of water in the pot each time a batch is started Which Zone on the indicator should I use Make sure you know the altitude for your area before you start canning You can get this informat...

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Page 14: ...n baller and immerse in ascorbic acid solution 1 2 tsp ascorbic acid 1 gallon water To make flavored syrup combine sugar water vinegar cloves cinnamon candies or cinnamon sticks and food coloring in a 6 qt saucepan Stir heat to boil and simmer for 3 minutes Drain apples add to hot syrup and cook for 5 minutes Fill hot jars preferably wide mouth with apple rings and hot flavored syrup leaving 1 2 i...

Page 15: ...ed in your choice of water citrus juice or syrup Procedure Wash and peel fruit and remove white tissue to prevent a bitter taste If you use syrup prepare a very light light or medium syrup see USDA s guide p 2 5 for syrup instructions and bring to a boil Fill hot jars with sections and water juice or hot syrup leaving 1 2 inch headspace Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace if needed Wipe rims o...

Page 16: ... and quarter onions Blend tomatoes peppers and onions at high speed for 5 seconds in elec tric blender Pour into a 3 to 4 gallon stock pot or large kettle and heat Boil gently for 60 minutes stirring frequently Add vinegar sugar salt and a spice bag containing dry mustard red pepper and other spices Continue boiling and stirring until volume is reduced by one half and ketchup rounds up on a spoon ...

Page 17: ...e handling or cutting hot peppers If you do not wear gloves wash hands thoroughly with soap and water before touching your face or eyes Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan and stir frequently over high heat until mixture begins to boil then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes stirring occasionally Ladle hot salsa into hot pint jars leaving 1 2 inch headspace Remove air bubbles and adjust...

Page 18: ... slice onions Combine vinegar salt sugar and fresh water Put spices in cheesecloth bag and add to vinegar mixture Bring to a boil Add beets and onions Simmer for 5 minutes Remove spice bag Fill hot jars with hot beets and onions leaving 1 2 inch headspace Add hot vinegar solution allowing 1 2 inch headspace Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace if needed Wipe rims of jars with a dampened clean p...

Page 19: ...oil Stir in prepared jicama onion slices and red bell pepper Return to a boil Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes stirring occasionally Fill hot solids into hot pint jars leaving 1 2 inch headspace Cover with boiling cooking liquid leaving 1 2 inch headspace Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace if needed Wipe rims of jars with a dampened clean paper towel Adjust lids and process Processing Tim...

Page 20: ...f of purchase and are only valid if the appliance has been operated within the U S or Canada and used for its intended purposes Items Not Covered Return shipping costs or returned items lost in transit Damages to the product due to accident misuse abuse negligence or if the appliance has been altered in any way Products used outside of the United States and Canada Victorio Kitchen Products 1804 Sa...

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