Question 1

what is the difference in cooking between the aluminum and the stainless steel pressure cookers

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The heat is the difference plus the cleaning. When I have cooked with the SS one that I had it handled the heat better without scorching. The aluminum has a lower heat rating(not mentioned anywhere just what I have observed). Also cleaning the residue from cooking from aluminum to SS different. But I am happy with my aluminum pressure cooker. There are a few small adjustments. The difference in price and size was important in getting a new pressure cooker for us. But If you don't have price in mind go with the SS. If price is a consideration/size the aluminum is a very GOOD purchase!!

Question 2

Will 4 pint jars fit in the cooker?

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The jars may not fit, per the other answers.  However, here are the newest recommendations for water and pressure canning of tomato products:  https://nchfp.uga.edu/how/can3_tomato.html

Question 3

What psi (pounds per sq. inch) does this cook at? Pressure cookers commonly come 15 psi (the fastest) but less-expensive ones often cook at 10 or 5.

Accepted Answer

14 1/2 to 15 psi. I installed a Presto pressure gauge and measured mine. ~14+ gently rocking. 15 with the rocker spinning moderately. You might also care to know that I checked Presto's replacement part numbers for the vent tube. Apparently all Presto pressure cookers AND pressure canners use the same vent tube. Savings from quantity manufacturing I suppose. THEREFORE, you can purchase the three ring 5-10-15 psi Presto Canner Pressure Regulator and use it for reduced pressure in any pressure cooker. And you can certainly use a pressure cooker for canning small jars.

Question 4

does the regulator on top of the pressure cooker jiggle once it gets to correct pressure?

Accepted Answer

All of our current pressure cookers(besides our 8 quart stainless steel model), will have a regulator that rocks.  If you have any questions regarding your cooker, do not hesitate to contact our Customer Service Department via phone at 1-800-877-0441 or e-mail at contact1@gopresto.com.  Thank you.

ASIN	B00006ISG3
Best Sellers Rank	#13,302 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #9 in Pressure Cookers
Brand Name	Presto
Capacity	6 quarts
Closure Type	Outer Lid
Color	Silver
Control Method	Touch
Controller Type	Hand Control
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (10,142)
Finish Type	Stainless Steel
Global Trade Identification Number	00075741012643, 00132017568539
Included Components	Aluminum Pressure Cooker, Instruction Booklet, Recipe Booklet, Special Rack
Item Dimensions D x W x H	9.68"D x 17.37"W x 8.56"H
Item Type Name	Pressure cooker
Item Weight	4.3 pounds
Manufacturer	Presto
Material	Aluminum
Model Number	01264
Number of Items	1
Operation Mode	Automatic
Part Number	01264
Special Features	Microwave Safe
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Unit Count	1 Count
Voltage	100 volts
Warranty Description	Warranty
Wattage	1000 watts

Presto 01264 6-Quart Aluminum Pressure Cooker

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