Instruction Manual
RICE COOKER/ STEAMER
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
MODELS
MODELS
CKSTRC4722-049
CKSTRC4728-049
CKSTRC4731-049
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety instructions should always be followed,
including the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR RICE COOKER.
2. DO NOT touch hot surfaces . Use pot holders when removing Lid or handling
hot containers to avoid steam burns.
3. To protect against risk of electric shock, do not immerse the Heating Body in water
or other liquids.
4. Unplug from outlet when not in use. Unplug before putting on or taking off parts, and
allow to cool before cleaning.
5. 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.
6. DO NOT use outdoors.
7. DO NOT let Cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
8. DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
9. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot food or
water or other hot liquids.
10. DO NOT use appliance for other than its intended use.
11. Lift and open Lid carefully to avoid scalding and allow water to drip into the Inner
Pot.
12. DO NOT operate this appliance without the Lid in place on the unit. Steam is
generated during use.
13. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by this appliance manufacturer
may cause hazards.
14. To disconnect, remove plug from outlet.
15. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they DO NOT play with the appliance.
16. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children, or
incapacitated individuals.
17. This appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or
separate remote-control system.
18. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
staff kitchen areas in shops, ofces and other working environments farm houses by
clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments bed and breakfast
type environments.
THIS UNIT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
If an extension cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be
at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance and the cord should be arranged
so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over unintentionally.
DO NOT IMMERSE THE HEATING BODY OF THE RICE COOKER IN WATER OR
ANY OTHER LIQUID!
1. Glass Lid
2. Heating Body
3. Keep Warm Light (yellow)
4. Cook Light (red)
5. On-Switch Button
6. Power Cord
7. Measuring Cup
8. Paddle
9. Handle
10. Inner Pot
11. Steaming Tray (models CKSTRC4722,
CKSTRC4731 only)
DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BEFORE USING YOUR OSTER® RICE COOKER
Before using your OSTER® Rice Cooker for the rst time, clean the Glass Lid, Inner Pot,
Paddle, Steaming Tray (models CKSTRC4722, CKSTRC4731 only) and Measuring Cup
according to the user maintenance instructions.
1. Make sure appliance is unplugged.
2. Make sure to use the measuring cup included with the unit.
3. Using the measuring cup (180ml) included with the unit, place 1 measuring cup
of uncooked regular rice and 2 measuring cups of water. One measuring cup of
uncooked rice will make two measuring cups of cooked rice.
NOTE: The highest marking shown on the measurement cup is 160ml, but the
maximum capacity of the measurement cup is 180ml at full cup level.
4. For brown rice, place 1 measuring cup of uncooked brown rice and 3 measuring
cups of water. For stickier rice, add slightly more water. For ufer rice, use slightly
less water.
5. The maximum capacity for your rice cooker :
CKSTRC4722: 3 measuring cups (each 180ml) of uncooked rice makes up to 1L
cooked rice
CKSTRC4728: 7 measuring cups (each 180ml) of uncooked rice makes up to 2.5L
cooked rice
CKSTRC4731: 10 measuring cups (each 180ml) of uncooked rice makes up to 3.6L
cooked rice
6. Set the Inner Pot into the Rice Cooker. Make sure that the Inner Pot sits directly in
contact with the heating plate by turning it slightly from right to left until it is seated
properly.
7. Cover with Lid. DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE UNCOVERED. STEAM IS
GENERATED DURING USE.
8. Plug the Power Cord into an electrical outlet. Activate the Rice Cooker on by
pushing down the On-Switch Button down. Make sure the Cook Light (red) is on.
9. After 15 minutes mix the rice. Lift and remove the Lid carefully to avoid scalding
and allow water to drip into the Inner Pot. Use the Paddle or another long handheld
utensil to scoop and mix the rice. After mixing, cover the Inner Pot with the Lid.
10. When your rice is cooked, the Rice Cooker will automatically switch to the warm
function and the Keep Warm Light (yellow) will turn on. The Rice Cooker will keep
the rice warm until the unit is disconnected from the wall outlet.
11. The Rice Cooker will automatically keep rice warm at 140°F – 175°F (60°C –80°C).
12. Allow the appliance to cool completely before cleaning.
13. Disconnect the plug from the wall outlet when not in use.
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NOTES: Wash the rice in a separate bowl, prior to cooking, if desired. For softer rice, we
suggest preparing rice and water in the Inner Pot and letting soak for 10 – 20 minutes
before cooking.
INSTRUCTIONS TO REHEAT RICE
To reheat cold rice, add 1/4 cup (4 Tbsp.) of cold water per cup of cooked rice, stir to
mix, then press On-Switch Button to start cooking.
When rice is warm, the Rice Cooker will automatically switch to the keep warm function.
USING THE STEAMING TRAY
(MODELS CKSTRC4722 & CKSTRC4731 ONLY)
Steam cooking vegetables retains more nutrients than boiling or baking, while
preserving the bright, natural color.
1. Prepare vegetables by washing, peeling and then cutting into smaller sized pieces.
2. Make sure the unit is unplugged.
3. Fill the Inner Pot with the appropriate amount of water. (See below chart)
4. Set the Inner Pot into the heating body. Make sure that the Inner Pot sits directly in
contact with the heating plate.
5. Place vegetables in the Steaming Tray and position the Tray on top of the Inner
Pot. Cover with Lid. DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT UNCOVERED. STEAM IS
GENERATED DURING USE.
6. Plug the Power Cord into a wall outlet. Activate the Rice Cooker by pushing down the
On-Switch Button. Make sure the red Cook Light is on.
7. Time the cooking manually according to the chart below. The unit will automatically
switch to the keep warm cycle once all the water evaporates. If all the water
evaporates and you wish to extend the cooking cycle, add more water.
8. Once the vegetables have been steamed according to your personal preference,
remove the Steamer Tray from the Rice Cooker.
9. Disconnect from the wall outlet and allow the unit to cool completely before cleaning.
VEGETABLE QUANTITY WATER TIME
Green Beans 10 ounces / 300 g 1/3 Cup / 50 ml 30-35 minutes
Broccoli 10 ounces / 300 g 1/3 Cup / 50 ml 30-35 minutes
Carrots (Sliced) 8 ounces / 200 g 1/3 Cup / 50 ml 30-35 minutes
Cauliower 8 ounces / 200 g 1/3 Cup / 50 ml 30-35 minutes
Corn (Kernel) 10 ounces / 300 g 1/3 Cup / 50 ml 40-45 minutes
Peas 10 ounces / 300 g 1/3 Cup / 50 ml 30-35 minutes
Spinach 5 ounces / 150 g 1/3 Cup / 50 ml 20-30 minutes
Mixed Vegetables 10 ounces / 300 g 1/3 Cup / 50 ml 30-35 minutes
NOTE: These times are approximate. It is recommended that you monitor the steaming
process and adjust the cooking time according to your preference. Stir vegetables
occasionally during the cooking process. When cooking rice, steaming times may vary.
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