Just place your ice cream base in, and about an hour later, you've got ice cream! Here is some useful information I found online:
Highlights
Stainless steel housing
Self-contained compressor powered frozen dessert ice cream maker that does not require pre-freezing
BPA-free aluminum removable mixing bowl and churn blade for easy storage and effortless cleaning
Reliable built-in audible timer
Motor protection function that shuts off to prevent damage if the mixture freezes solid
LCD timer control
Capacity: 2.1 qt. (2 l)
High-efficiency CFC-free compressor
Voltage: 110/120V, 60Hz
Power: 180W
Cooling temperature: -0.4 degrees F to -31 degrees F
ETL Certified
Product dimensions: 16.75 in. W x 11.25 in. D x 10.25 in. H
Net weight: 24.25 lbs., gross weight: 27.75 lbs.