Questions and Answers about UTEHO Autoclaves
We talk about autoclaves
Tips and recommendations
.png)
Products for autoclaving:
-250x250.webp "Autoclave Twist-Off Lid")
Watch video answers to comments:
We answer your questions about the autoclave
UTEHO autoclaves raise many questions — and this is normal. In this article, we have collected real user questions from YouTube comments and provided clear, practical answers that will help you use the autoclave correctly, avoid mistakes, and achieve the best canning results.
Everything you wanted to know — find the most interesting questions below
What is the difference between a black steel autoclave and a stainless steel autoclave?
Stainless steel autoclaves are more expensive, but much more practical for regular autoclaving and have many advantages:
- not afraid of corrosion
- last longer
- look neat even after years of use
.png)
How to preserve the light color of mushrooms when canning in an autoclave?
For a home autoclave we recommend:
- blanch mushrooms in water with citric acid or lemon juice
- or add a small amount of citric acid directly into the jar
.png)
Is it necessary to build initial pressure in the autoclave?
- SKO lids and tin cans → initial pressure of 1 bar is required
- Twist-Off lids and retort pouches → no initial pressure required
.png)
When should you open the autoclave to get the Twist-Off lid “click”?
- guaranteed vacuum
- a characteristic click when opening
.png)
How to properly tighten the autoclave lid clamps?
- evenly
- without excessive force
- only with the special wrench included in the kit
.png)
Why doesn’t the broth gel after autoclaving?
- bones
- ribs
- shank
- skin
.png)
What should be done first: drain the water or remove the jars?
- First — remove the jars
- Second — drain the water
.png)
How many retort pouches fit into an autoclave?
Example: A24 autoclave — 24 jars of 0.5 L or 24 retort pouches
.png)
Thank you for your feedback and comments!
We are very pleased to receive feedback. Thanks to your questions, we improve UTEHO autoclaves, update designs, create useful videos and instructions. Write your questions in the comments — perhaps your question will become the topic of the next video or article.
08.02.2026
Reviewed by: UTEHO Technical Department Specialists
UTEHO Expert Editorial Team
The UTEHO team develops autoclaves and accessories for home food preservation. All informational articles, guides, and recommendations are tested in real UTEHO autoclaves before publication.
Our content is based on practical experience, technical expertise, recommendations from UTEHO engineers and technologists, as well as feedback from our customers.
UTEHO
Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date with new videos, practical autoclaving tips, and reliable recipes for home food preservation.
