The Total Chef TCCSF-02 Stainless Steel 2-Tier Chocolate Fountain is an innovative product that is sure to enhance any buffet, wedding reception, or special event. It is perfect for fruit, marshmallows, cookies, pretzels, or anything that you can hold under the falling curtain of chocolate. All you do is fill it up, turn it on, and enjoy. Chocolate is continuously heated in the basement after it has melted, which takes about 30 minutes. The Auger system aids the chocolate flow and keeps the machine from jamming. This chocolate fountain is made of stainless steel. It holds about 2 lbs of chocolate. Operation is made safer by the thermostat and safety fuse. Your purchase will include the chocolate fountain unit and a chocolate recipe manual. How Much Chocolate Do I Need? * 20 guests or less: 4 lbs. * 20 - 50 guests: 8 lbs. * 50 - 100 guests: 12 lbs. * 100 - 150 guests: 16 lbs. * 150 - 200 guests: 20 lbs. Don"t forget to order skewers! * Ideal for birthday parties and small receptions * Holds about 2 lbs of chocolate * Stands 16-inches tall * Auger style pump * Stainless steel tiers and base * Features a thermostat and safety fuse * Recipe manual included