- Is this pressure cooker safe to use?
- Yes, when used as instructed. It has a cover lock indicator and a weighted regulator, but you must keep the vents clear and never force the lid open while pressure remains.
- Does it work on induction cooktops?
- No. Aluminum does not work on induction. It is made for gas, electric coil and smooth-top ranges.
- Can I cook acidic foods like tomato sauce in it?
- It is possible, but aluminum can react with acidic ingredients and discolor. Many owners avoid long tomato or vinegar cooks in bare aluminum.
- How is it different from an electric multi-cooker?
- It heats on the stove and has no timer, presets or keep-warm. It is simpler and lighter, but you manage heat and timing yourself.
- What comes in the box?
- The cooker, a cooking rack and a 64-page instruction and recipe book.
- How much food does 8 quarts hold?
- It is a large family size, good for whole chickens, big batches of chili or beans and stock. Do not fill it past the marked maximum line.
- Where is the 8-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker cheapest?
- At Martexplore.com, for $66.48, 35% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the 8-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker?
- 5 stores we checked sell it, including Martexplore.com, Pressure Cooker Outlet, Sears, Lowe's, MartDiscover.com.