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White ceramic slow cooker with stainless heater, detachable cord, 3.8L capacity

Sunpentown

Sunpentown NY-656 3.8L Slow Cooker

SKU CH-9RGV-M0K23 MPN NY-656

A 3.8-litre slow cooker with a ceramic pot, stainless heater, automatic keep-warm function and detachable cord, UL approved for 120 V

  • Product nameMedicine Cooker - 3.8L
  • Total capacity3.8 liters
  • Power details480 W
  • Power input120 V/60 Hz
  • Product depth8 in (20.3 cm)
  • Product typeSlow Cooker
  • Ceramic pot delivers even heat for herbal medicine
  • Stainless heater provides consistent 480 W cooking power
  • Auto Keep Warm activates once cycle finishes
  • Detachable cord allows easy serving and storage
  • UL approved for 120 V 60 Hz safety

What it is and who it’s for

The Sunpentown NY-656 is a 3.8 litre ceramic slow cooker designed for preparing herbal medicines and slow-cooked dishes. It suits home users who want a simple appliance that reduces ingredients to a single bowl automatically. The unit operates on 120 V/60 Hz mains power and draws 480 W. It is not for buyers who need pressure cooking, multi-function programmes or larger batch capacity.

The specification that decides fit

The 3.8 litre ceramic pot determines how much liquid and ingredients the cooker can hold in one cycle. A stainless heater provides the heat source and the control switches automatically to a Keep Warm mode once the cooking cycle finishes. The appliance carries UL approval for electrical safety.

Installation and common issues

Place the cooker on a stable, heat-resistant surface, insert the ceramic pot, add prepared ingredients and water, then connect the detachable power cord to a 120 V outlet. The unit measures 11 inches high by 8 inches wide by 8 inches deep and weighs 5 lbs. Most problems arise from overfilling the pot or using the wrong voltage supply.

How it compares

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Price $62.99
Pricier than about 81% of the 64 comparable items (median $43.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameSunpentown
Model nameNY-656
Product nameMedicine Cooker - 3.8L
Total capacity3.8 liters
Product typeSlow Cooker
Power
Power details480 W
Power input120 V/60 Hz
Size & build
Overall height11 in (27.9 cm)
Product depth8 in (20.3 cm)
Overall width8 in (20.3 cm)
Product weight5 lb (2.27 kg)
Shipping weight2.72 kg
Package size584 × 483 × 483 mm

Questions about this item

What does the 3.8-litre capacity mean for everyday cooking?

The 3.8-litre ceramic pot holds enough broth or herbal decoction for several servings, reducing it down to a single bowl as the recipe requires.

What does the 120 V 60 Hz rating mean for plugging it in?

It plugs into a standard North American 120-volt outlet drawing 480 watts.

What clearance does the 11-inch height need on a countertop?

The cooker stands 11 inches tall with an 8 by 8-inch footprint, so allow a few centimetres above for the lid and steam vent.

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