Tefal Far Infrared IH Rice Cooker RK8868 — Key Features
Advanced Heating Technology
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Far Infrared + Precision IH (Induction Heating): Combines far infrared heating with precision induction heating for even, thorough heat penetration throughout the rice — aiming for fluffier, more uniformly cooked rice than conventional heating alone.
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Spherical Pot Technology: Promotes optimal heat circulation around the rice.
Capacity & Build
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Capacity: ~1.5 L (≈ 8 cups cooked rice) — good for small to medium households (about 3–5 people).
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Power: ~1450 W — efficient and strong enough for IH cooking performance.
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Inner Pot: Thick, multi-layer non-stick inner pot for durability and easy cleaning.
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Removable Inner Lid: Helps with cleaning and maintenance.
Versatile Cooking Programs
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13 Cooking Programs in total:
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~7 dedicated rice cooking programs (e.g., jasmine, brown, mixed, glutinous, Japanese, clay pot, quick rice)
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~6 multifunction programs (e.g., steam, congee, slow cook, cake, soup, reheat)
— giving you flexibility beyond just basic rice cooking.
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Smart Controls & Convenience
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Touch control panel with intuitive icons — easy to select programs and settings.
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24-hour preset/timer: Schedule cooking to finish at a convenient time.
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Keep-Warm up to ~12 hours: Keeps rice warm without overcooking.
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Included Accessories: Typically includes a measuring cup, rice spatula, soup spoon, and steam basket (varies by retailer).
Warranty & Support
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2-year general warranty (local manufacturer warranty in Malaysia).
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Some listings mention lengthy repairability support (e.g., up to 15 years) — part of Tefal’s sustainability focus.
Pros — Why You Might Choose It
Premium rice quality: Far infrared + IH combo is designed to cook rice more evenly from the inside-out for better texture.
Versatile & multifunctional: Beyond rice, you can steam, slow cook, make congee/soup or even bake (depending on the program).
Convenient modern controls: Touch panel, timer/preset, and long keep-warm make daily use flexible and easy.
Easy cleaning: Non-stick pot + removable lid simplifies maintenance.
Good for families: 1.5 L is a balanced size for everyday family meals without being too bulky.
