5709 - Steamer OSTER - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Food Steamer
Brand	Oster
Model	5709
Power Supply	120 V, 60 Hz (for 120-V and 127-V markets only)
Timer	Up to 75 minutes with signal bell
Water Reservoir Capacity	Approx. 1.5 L (between HI and LO marks)
Steam Time	35 seconds to produce steam (with heating element sleeve installed)
Number of Tiers	Up to 3 (upper and lower steaming bowls, plus rice bowl)
Included Accessories	Lid, rice bowl, upper steaming bowl, lower steaming bowl, drip tray, removable heating element sleeve
Material	Plastic base and bowls, stainless steel heating element
Safety Features	Polarized plug; auto shut-off when timer ends; do not operate without water or sleeve
Cleaning	Hand wash bowls, lid, drip tray, sleeve; wipe reservoir with damp cloth; dishwasher safe on top rack
Descaling	Use 3 cups vinegar and water up to HI level, run for 20 minutes, rinse thoroughly
Warranty	1-year limited warranty
Customer Service	USA: 1.800.334.0759, Canada: 1.800.667.8623

Frequently Asked Questions - 5709 OSTER

How do I use the water inlet to add water during cooking?

You can add water through the water inlet on the base without moving the steaming bowls. Simply pour water into the inlet until the level reaches between the LO and HI marks indicated on the water box.

Can I steam frozen vegetables without thawing?

Yes, frozen vegetables can be steamed directly without thawing. Place them in the rice bowl and cover with aluminum foil. After 10-12 minutes, separate or stir using a long-handled utensil. Cooking times range from 28 to 50 minutes for a 10-ounce package.

How do I clean hard water deposits from the heating element?

After 7-10 uses, pour 3 cups of clear vinegar into the water reservoir, then fill with water up to the HI level. Do not place any bowls or lid. Set timer for 20 minutes. Once done, unplug, cool, empty, and rinse the reservoir several times with cold water.

What should I do if the timer does not work?

Ensure the unit is plugged in and the heating element sleeve is properly installed. The light should turn on and steam should appear within 35 seconds. If the timer does not start, check the power cord and outlet. If the issue persists, contact Oster customer service.

Can I use the steamer without the heating element sleeve?

No, the heating element sleeve is required for proper operation. Without it, the steamer will not produce steam quickly and may malfunction. Always ensure the sleeve is placed around the heating element with the indentation facing downward.

What is the recommended water level?

Fill the water reservoir to between the LO (minimum) and HI (maximum) marks. Never operate with water below the LO line. You can also add water through the water inlet during cooking to maintain the level.

How long does it take to steam rice?

Steaming times vary by rice type. For example, long grain white rice takes 15-18 minutes, brown rice takes 45-50 minutes, and wild rice mix takes 50-55 minutes. Combine rice and water in the rice bowl as specified in the manual.

Is the rice bowl dishwasher safe?

Yes, the rice bowl, steaming bowls, lid, and drip tray can be washed on the top rack of the dishwasher. However, the base unit and heating element sleeve should be hand washed with warm soapy water.

Can I use the steamer to reheat leftovers?

Yes, spread leftovers evenly in the rice bowl and cover with aluminum foil. Reheating times are based on refrigerator-temperature foods. Do not wrap breads when reheating; place them directly in the steamer.

What safety precautions should I take when removing the lid?

Always use potholders when removing the lid or handling hot containers to avoid steam burns. Lift the cover carefully away from you to allow steam to escape. Also, ensure the unit is unplugged before cleaning.

USER MANUAL 5709 OSTER

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

• READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use potholders when removing cover or handling hot containers to avoid steam burns.
• To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug or base unit in water or other liquids.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use. Unplug before putting on or taking off parts, and allow to cool before cleaning.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to an authorized Oster® Service Center for examination, repair or adjustment.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not operate appliance while empty or without water in the reservoir.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot food or water or other hot liquids.
• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
• Lift and open cover carefully to avoid scalding and allow water to drip into steamer.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by this appliance manufacturer may cause hazards.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

• This appliance is intended for household use only.
• Make sure the voltage in your outlet is the same as the voltage indicated on the appliance's rating label.
• The length of the cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in, or tripping over a long cord.
• For safety it is not recommended to use an electrical extension cord with this appliance.
• Do not immerse base unit in water or other liquids.
• U se with wall receptacle only.

FOR 120-V AND 127-V MARKETS ONLY

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug fits a polarized outlet only one way. This is a safety feature intended to help reduce the risk of electrical shock. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

THIS UNIT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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WELCOME

Congratulations on your purchase of an OSTER® Food Steamer!

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FOOD STEAMER FEATURES

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1. Lid

2. Rice Bowl

3. Upper Steaming Bowl

4. Lower Steaming Bowl Can Be Used As Egg Tray (Not available on Model 5709)

5. Drip Tray

6. Removable Heating Element Sleeve

7. Heating Element

8. Base Unit

9. Water Inlet

10. Timer

11. Light

BEFORE THE FIRST USE

• Remove any labels or stickers from appliance.
• Thoroughly wash lid, rice bowl, upper steaming bowl, lower steaming bowl, drip tray and heating element sleeve in warm, soapy water before first use, then rinse and dry carefully. The heating element sleeve must be installed around the heating element for proper operation.
• W ipe the inside of the water reservoir with a damp cloth.

INSTANT STEAM FUNCTION

Included is a removable heating element sleeve. Before cooking, when this sleeve is placed around the heating element, the steam function will automatically produce steam in 35 seconds. Do not operate the steamer without the heating element sleeve.

PLEASE NOTE: The heating element sleeve may be removed to allow cleaning of the heating element. On the heating element sleeve, there is a small indentation (cut) which should face downward when replaced on the heating element.

USING YOUR STEAMER

Place unit on a flat, sturdy surface with adequate clearance (i.e., do not place under wall cabinets). The steamer unit and components are not for use in ovens (microwave, convection or conventional) or on stovetop.

(Step 1A) Fill water reservoir with clean water only. Do not put any other liquids or add any salt, pepper, etc., in the water reservoir. Make sure the water does not exceed the HI fill level or go lower than the LO fill level as indicated inside the water reservoir. Then place the drip tray on the base. (Step 1B)

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REMOVABLE HEATING ELEMENT SLEEVE

FILLING WATER RESERVOIR

DRIP TRAY

Or you can fill the water reservoir from the water inlet. There are MAX and MIN lines on the water box to indicate the water level. Even while food is still cooking, if the water box shows that the water level is low, you can add water accordingly to the water inlet without moving any of the steaming bowls. (Step 2)

NOTE: WATER SHOULD NEVER GO LOWER THAN LO (MIN) LINE.

WATER INLET

TO USE UPPER OR LOWER STEAMING BOWL

(Step 3) Place vegetable, seafood or other foods without sauce or liquid into the steaming bowl. Arrange food in center of bowl. Try not to block steam vents. You can use lower steaming bowl as an egg tray by directly placing a total of 8 eggs on it. (Egg holding steaming tray not available on Model 5709).

FOR DOUBLE TIER OR THREE TIER STEAMER

Place the largest piece of food with longest cooking time in the lower steaming bowl. Place lower bowl on top of drip tray and base. Place the upper steaming bowl on top of the base unit, or you can place upper steaming bowl directly on top of the lower steaming bowl. (Upper steaming tray not available on Model 5709).

Cooking times are estimates and depend on the quantity, size, required degree of cooking and temperature of food. Consider all the cooking time given in the following guide as suggested times for double tier steamer.

When handling and removing hot components, use POTHOLDERS to avoid burns from hot steam.

UPPER OR LOWER STEAMING BOWLS

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MULTI-TIERED STEAMING

USING THE RICE BOWL

Place rice or other foods with sauce or liquid in rice bowl. Place rice bowl in the lower steaming bowl and cover with the lid. Plug into wall outlet and set timer. When food is well cooked, unplug unit.

TIMER SETTING (Maximum 75 Minutes)

Set the timer to the recommended cooking time (steaming times can be adjusted as per your experiment). The light turns on and steam comes in 35 seconds. The light will turn off when cooking is completed and the timer will give a signal bell.

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RICE BOWL

CARE AND CLEANING

- Unplug cord from outlet. Before cleaning, allow Steamer to cool.

- Never immerse the Base, Cord or Plug in water.

- Empty the drip tray and the water reservoir. If there is a small amount of water remaining inside the water box, you can just turn the unit upside down and water will come out from the water inlet.

- Wash lid, steaming bowl, rice bowl and drip tray in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry all parts, or wash on top rack of dishwasher.

- Clean reservoir with soapy water then wipe with damp cloth.

- Do not use abrasive cleaners

- The lower steaming bowl and the rice bowl can be stored inside the upper steaming bowl with the lid on top.

- In hard water areas, the scale may build up on the heating element. If scale is allowed to accumulate, the steam could turn off before the food is cooked. So, after 7-10 uses, pour 3 cups clear vinegar into the water reservoir then fill with water up to the HI level. Do not place lid, steaming bowl, rice bowl and drip tray in this procedure.

- Plug in and set timer to 20 minutes. When the timer rings, unplug cord from outlet. Allow the unit to cool completely before emptying the water reservoir. Use cold water to rinse the water reservoir several times.

REHEATING: BREADS AND LEFTOVERS

1. Do not wrap or cover when reheating breads.
2. For leftovers, reheating times are based on foods at refrigerator temperatures.
3. When reheating leftovers in the rice bowl, always spread leftovers evenly in RICE BOWL and use aluminum foil to cover.
4. Experiment with your own leftovers.

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RICE	COMBINED IN RICE BOWL		APPROX. TIME(Minutes)
	RICE AMOUNT	WATER
Wild Rice Mixpkg.) Mix 1-1/2 cups 50 - 55g (6-1/2 oz. pkg.) Mix 1-3/4 cups 18 - 201 cup 1-1/2 cups 15 - 181 cup 1-1/2 cups 45 - 501 cup 1-2/3 cups 50 - 55

Vegetables

1. Clean the vegetables thoroughly. Cut off stems; trim, peel or chop if necessary. Smaller pieces steam faster than larger ones.
2. Quantity, quality, freshness, size/uniformity and temperature of frozen food may affect steam timing. Adjust water amounts and cooking time as desired.
3. Frozen vegetables should not be thawed before steaming.
4. Some frozen vegetables should be placed in the rice bowl and covered with a piece of aluminum foil during steaming. The frozen foods should be separated or stirred after 10-12 minutes. Use a long-handled fork or spoon to separate or stir foods.

VARIETY

WEIGHT OR NUMBER OF PIECES

APPROX. TIME (MINUTES)

Artichokes, Whole 4 whole, tops trimmed 30 - 32

Asparagus, Spears 1 pound 10 - 14

Beans,

Green/Wax 1/2 pound 10 - 14

Cut or Whole 1 pound 12 - 16

Beets 1 pound, cut 25 - 28

Broccoli, Spears 1 pound 10 - 14

Brussels Sprouts 1 pound 15 - 18

Cabbage 1 pound, sliced 16 - 18

Celery 1/2 pound, thinly sliced 14 - 16

Carrots 1 pound, thinly sliced 10 - 14

Cauliflower, Whole 1 pound 10 - 14

Corn on the Cob 3 - 5 ears 25 - 30

Eggplant 1 pound 16 - 18

Mushrooms, Whole 1 pound 25 – 30

Okra 1 pound 18 - 20

Onions 1/2 pound, thinly sliced 12 - 14

Parsnips 1/2 pound 10 - 14

Peas 1 pound shelled 12 - 13

Peppers, Whole Up to 4 medium (not stuffed) 12 - 13

Potatoes, Whole – Red 1 pound, about 6 small 35 – 45

Rutabaga 1 medium, diced 28 - 30

Spinach 1/2 pound 14 - 16

Squash

Summer Yellow and Zucchini 1 pound, sliced 12 - 14

Winter Acorn and Butternut 1 pound 22 - 24

Turnips 1 pound, sliced 20 - 22

All Frozen Vegetables 10 ounces 28 - 50

Fish and Seafood

1. The steaming times listed in the chart are for fresh, frozen or fully thawed seafood and fish. Before steaming, clean and prepare fresh seafood and fish.
2. Most fish and seafood cook very quickly. Steam in small portions or in amounts as specified.
3. Clams, oysters and mussels may open at different times. Check the shells to avoid overcooking.
4. You may steam fish fillets in the RICE BOWL. Serve steamed seafood and fish plain or use seasoned butter or margarine, lemon or favorite sauces.
5. Adjust steaming times accordingly.

VARIETY

WEIGHT OR NUMBER OF PIECES

APPROX. TIME (MINUTES)

Clams in Shell

Littlenecks/Cherrystones 1 pound 12 - 14

Crab

King Crab, legs/claws 1/2 pound 20 - 22

Soft Shell 8 - 12 pieces 10 - 12

Lobster

Tails 2 - 4 16 - 18

Split 1 to 1-1/4 pounds 18 - 20

Whole, Live 1 to 1-1/4 pounds 18 - 20

Mussels

(fresh in shell) 1 pound 14 - 16

Oysters

(fresh in shell) 3 pounds 18 - 20

Scallops(fresh)

Bay (shucked) 1 pound 14 - 16

Sea (shucked) 1 pound 18 - 20

Shrimp

Medium in shell 1 pound 12 - 14

Large/Jumbo in shell 1 pound 16 - 18

Fish

Whole 1/2 to 3/4 pound 18 - 25

Dressed 1/2 to 3/4 pound 18 - 25

Fillets 1 pound 18 - 25

Steaks 1 pound, 1-inch thick 20 - 25

One-Year Limited Warranty

Sunbeam Products Inc., d/b/a Jarden Consumer Solutions, or if in Canada, Sunbeam Corporation (Canada) Limited d/b/a Jarden Consumer Solutions, (collectively "Sunbeam") warrants that for a period of one year from the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. Sunbeam, at its option, will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period. Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer available, replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty.

This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable. Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. Sunbeam dealers, service centers, or retail stores selling Sunbeam products do not have the right to alter, modify or any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty.

This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use or misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than Sunbeam or an authorized Sunbeam service center. Further, the warranty does not cover: Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes.

What Are the Limits on Sunbeam's Liability?

Sunbeam shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express, implied or statutory warranty or condition.

Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty.

Sunbeam disclaims all other warranties, conditions or representations, express, implied, statutory or otherwise.

Sunbeam shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase, use or misuse of, or inability to use the product including incidental, special, consequential or similar damages or loss of profits, or for any breach of contract, fundamental or otherwise, or for any claim brought against purchaser by any other party.

Some provinces, states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from province to province, state to state or jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

How to Obtain Warranty Service

In the U.S.A. -

If you have any question regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please call 1.800.334.0759 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you.

In Canada -

If you have any question regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please call 1.800.667.8623 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you.

In the U.S.A., this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Products, Inc., located in Boca Raton, Florida 33431. In Canada, this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Corporation (Canada) Limited, located at 5975 Falbourne Street, Mississauga, Ontario L5R 3V8.

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO ANY OF THESE ADDRESSES OR TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE.

PRECAUCIONES IMPORTANTES

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CUBIERTA REMOVIBLE DEL ELEMENTO CALEFACTOR

LLENE EL TANQUE

BANDEJA DE GOTEO

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VAPOERAS DE DOS O TRES NIVELES

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For product questions contact: Sunbeam Consumer Service

USA : 1.800.334.0759

Canada : 1.800.667.8623

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