- Does the Presto 01282 work on induction cooktops?
- No. It is aluminum and needs a gas or electric coil stove. Induction requires a magnetic base, which this cooker does not have.
- How big is the 8-quart model?
- Eight quarts is Presto's largest basic size, enough for a whole chicken or several quarts of stew. It suits families and batch cooking better than 4- or 6-quart models.
- Is it dishwasher safe?
- Presto advises hand washing the aluminum body to keep its finish. The sealing ring and vent components should be cleaned by hand and checked regularly.
- How is it different from an electric multi-cooker?
- It heats on a stove and you control pressure by adjusting the burner, with no timer or presets. It is simpler and more durable, but needs more attention during cooking.
- Can I use it for canning?
- Presto lists its pressure cookers for home canning of some foods, but follow the USDA guidance and the manual for the foods and processing times it allows.
- What comes in the box?
- The cooker, its lid with the pressure regulator and vent, and an instruction book. A rack and other accessories are sold separately.
- Where is the Presto 01282 ALU 8 Qt Pressure Cooker cheapest?
- At Arbor, for $46.68, 46% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Presto 01282 ALU 8 Qt Pressure Cooker?
- Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 9 ratings.
- Where can I buy the Presto 01282 ALU 8 Qt Pressure Cooker?
- 14 stores we checked sell it, including Arbor, Amazon, Everything Kitchens, Lehman's, Best Buy.