The Nesco Smart Canner and amp, Cooker creates a perfect balance between safety, performance and versatility and will soon become one of your favorite kitchen appliances. Designed to eliminate the common mistakes that cause harm or spoil food during the canning process, the Smart Canner and amp, Cooker gives users uncompromised safety and peace of mind. Multiple built-in safety features control and regulate the pressure continuously and allow you to can and cook without worry. The multi-functional digital display and pre-set programs give you the right tools to ensure consistent results when canning fruits, jams, pickles, salsas and more. The safety lock lid with automatic float valve ensures that the lid fits correctly and identifies when pressure is present. Water Bath and Pressure functions take the guesswork out of the equation and simplify the ability to can your harvest. The removable 9.5 qt. non-stick cooking chamber is dishwasher safe and can hold and process four Quart (Wide-Mouth), five Pint or sixteen 4 oz. jelly jars at a time. The durable stainless steel body is light-weight and has side handles for safe handling.