The griddle is a built-in electric appliance with a smooth polished steel griddle plate. It has a cooking surface of 22"W x 18"D and is made of stainless steel construction. The griddle also has zoned thermostatic heat control, which allows for individual temperature control in different zones. It is RU and NSF-4 certified. Some standard features of the griddle include protective guard rings, an extra-large 4-quart capacity grease drawer, and various sizes and voltage options. The griddle also has Wellslocks for easy installation and positive-off thermostats for temperature control. The top and control panel are made of stainless steel and there are removable splash guards. The griddle also comes with a terminal block for field wiring connections. There are also options and accessories available for the griddle. These include Celsius knobs, a scraper for grooved griddles, and a chrome plated griddle surface for efficient heat transfer and easy cleaning. There is also a grooved griddle surface option, which has a ¾" thick ribbed steel plate for score marks and branding of meats. The grooved options are available in 6" wide increments and are not available with chrome surfaced griddles.