The hotplate is a countertop appliance that runs on natural gas. It has two burners and a stainless steel front and sides. Each burner has its own individual control for heat adjustment. The hotplate also comes with 4" high adjustable legs for easy customization. It has a heating capacity of 24,000 BTU per hour and is CSA certified. The hotplate meets ANSI Z83 and NSF International standards. It has a removable drip pan and burners for easy cleaning. The hotplate also comes with a one-year warranty for parts and labor. It has two ON/OFF control valves for infinite heat adjustment. The front panel is removable for easy access to components. The hotplate also features stainless steel rod grates that cover the burners and allow for easy movement of cooking vessels. The burners themselves are made of stainless steel and have slotted gas ports for superior flame characteristics. The H2412G-IO model also has a pan actuator that turns the gas on when the pan is placed on the burner and automatically turns it off when the pan is removed, providing energy savings. Optional accessories include a set of four metal legs that are 4" adjustable.