This type of ice machine has a separate cooling element that needs to be frozen 24 hours before use. Then place the element (the ice bucket) in the appliance, turn it on and you will have homemade ice cream within 20 to 30 minutes. Ice machines with cooling element are advantageous and compact, but it is a disadvantage that the cooling element must always be pre-frozen. You need sufficient space in your freezer, and you can not make more ice cream flavors in one day.