Professional-style deep fryer for easy at-home frying. 1800-watt immersion element assures quick preheating and fast oil temperature recovery. Big 8-cup food capacity for frying family-size batches. Oblong-shaped basket fits large pieces of chicken or fish. Spatter-shield cover helps to reduce spattering. Large enameled pot and fry/steam basket enable fryer to steam and boil too—great for vegetables and seafood! Heating element and enameled pot remove for easy cleaning. Signal light indicates when oil is ready for frying. Adjustable thermostat. Stainless steel body housing.