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Old All American PC
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Hey guys, first post to the cultivation thread. I just got this old All American and wasn't sure if it was safe to use. It's missing a clamp as you can see in this picture.



I tried it out last night, got it up to 15 psi then released the pressure. Worked fine. It had a little pressure leak issue that was quickly resolved with more tightening. I just want to know if it is good to go for a no pour agar cook.


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Re: Old All American PC [Re: Uh_Gah_Pay]
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You can get parts on the AA website. I would replace that missing clamp before trusting it.

If the gauge or vent valve leaks, replace them to.

Vaseline will help the maintain the seal between lid and base.


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Re: Old All American PC [Re: LtLurker]
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never use it without all the clamps.
The cooker itself is fine I have one that old too.


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Re: Old All American PC [Re: LtLurker]
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Any idea what the model is or when it was made?


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Re: Old All American PC [Re: Uh_Gah_Pay]
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There should be some model numbers on the plaque or something similar.

I think all the sterilizer models end in X(stop cock instead of weight).
Mine is a 1915x and can fit 5 quart jars straight up in it's basket. 7 jars if I remove the basket. Hopefully that helps narrow it down.


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Re: Old All American PC [Re: LtLurker]
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Uh_Gah_Pay said:
Any idea what the model is or when it was made?


There should be a date stamp either on the bottom or under the lid.

This is mine that was made in 1992, either January or June I think.



Not as old as yours though so may look a little different.

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Re: Old All American PC [Re: Uh_Gah_Pay]
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Uh_Gah_Pay said:
Hey guys, first post to the cultivation thread. I just got this old All American and wasn't sure if it was safe to use. It's missing a clamp as you can see in this picture.



I tried it out last night, got it up to 15 psi then released the pressure. Worked fine. It had a little pressure leak issue that was quickly resolved with more tightening. I just want to know if it is good to go for a no pour agar cook.


I got a washer and nut that fit on the screw and tighten it down properly. Should it be good to go?


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Re: Old All American PC [Re: Uh_Gah_Pay]
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I'm not 100% on this, but if you're gonna go this route maybe some thread tape or lock washer and tighten snuggly with a wrench to make sure it's not gonna loosen up on you . I'd worry about it working back out a bit.

The actual part would be better.


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Re: Old All American PC [Re: LtLurker] * 1
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You'll be fine with the nut until you get the replacement part. It won't back off. Dont crank it down real tight with a socket wrench though. Just snug like the others.

The replacement part is Part 64 Bakelite Knob. Google or check vendors.


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Re: Old All American PC [Re: LtLurker]
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LtLurker said:
Vaseline will help the maintain the seal between lid and base.


Not sure what they currently recommend, but when I got mine they recommended olive oil. I just swab it on with a heavy cloth and make sure no fibers are left behind. I'm sure Vaseline works just as well.

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