- Can it pressure can green beans or meat?
- No. It is a water-bath canner for high-acid foods such as tomatoes, pickles, jams and fruit. Low-acid vegetables, meats and stocks need a separate pressure canner.
- How many jars fit in one load?
- Up to 7 quart jars or 8 pint jars in the 21-quart well. Mixing sizes reduces the count.
- Does it need a special outlet?
- It draws 1400 watts, so plug it into a dedicated 120V circuit. Sharing a circuit with other appliances can trip the breaker.
- How does it compare with a stovetop water-bath pot?
- It heats itself, keeps the stove free and holds temperature more steadily. A pot is cheaper, lighter and stores more easily but needs a burner and closer watching.
- What comes in the box?
- The canner unit, a fitted jar basket and a lid. Jars, lids and bands are sold separately.
- Is it worth it for a beginner?
- If you can tomatoes, pickles or jam in batches and want to keep the stove clear, it is a convenient step up from a stockpot. Occasional canners may find a simple pot enough.
- Where is the Ball Electric Canner cheapest?
- At eBay, for $144.74, 50% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Ball Electric Canner?
- 3 stores we checked sell it, including Lowe's, Amazon, eBay.