Key Features
- 30" Fire Magic electric grill on a stainless steel patio or in-ground post
- Simple analog thermostat knob, 1-hour timer and power indicator light
- Heats up to 650°F, preheats in under 15 minutes
- 480 sq. in. cooking surface plus a 150 sq. in. warming rack
- Patented Diamond Sear cooking grids, 304 stainless steel construction
- Standard or accessible (ADA) height, with a side-mounted hood handle on accessible models
- Requires a dedicated 240V / 30A circuit
Overview
This is the analog version of Fire Magic's EL500s post-mount electric grill. Instead of a touchscreen, it uses a temperature knob, a 1-hour timer and an indicator light: fewer electronics, simple to use, and well suited to shared spaces such as condo terraces, apartment amenities and community parks. It uses the same 304 stainless steel, the same patented Diamond Sear grids and the same build quality as Fire Magic's gas grills, with a heavy-duty electric heating system that preheats in under 15 minutes.
It comes on a patio post that bolts to the ground or an in-ground post set in concrete, each in standard or accessible height.
Choosing the Right Version
Patio post models bolt onto an existing slab or deck; in-ground models are set 18 inches into a concrete footing. Standard models have a 37-inch shelf height. Accessible models lower the shelf to 32 inches and move the hood handle to the side, which is designed for ADA applications in public and multi-family settings.
Planning Your Installation
Standard models stand 43 1/2 inches high with the hood closed (accessible: 38 1/2 inches) and measure 56 1/8 inches wide overall. Plan a dedicated 240V circuit of at least 30 amps, installed by a licensed electrician.
Frequently Asked Questions
What electrical circuit do I need?
A dedicated 240VAC circuit of at least 30 amps, installed by a licensed electrician. A standard 120V outlet will not run this grill.
Is this grill ADA compliant?
The accessible models (EL500S-0Z1E-AP and -AG) are designed for ADA applications with a 32-inch shelf height and a side hood handle. Final compliance depends on the whole installation; check with your designer.
Why choose electric over gas?
Many condos, rooftops and HOA communities ban open-flame or gas grills. An electric grill is often allowed, needs no gas line, and has no propane tank to refill. Check your local rules before you buy.
Specifications
| Brand |
Fire Magic |
| Collection |
EL500 Electric |
| Configuration |
Post mount |
| Fuel Type |
Electric (240V) |
| Model # (Patio post, standard) |
EL500S-0Z1E-P6 |
| Model # (In-ground post, standard) |
EL500S-0Z1E-G6 |
| Model # (Patio post, accessible) |
EL500S-0Z1E-AP |
| Model # (In-ground post, accessible) |
EL500S-0Z1E-AG |
| Primary Cooking Surface |
30" x 16" (480 sq. in.) |
| Warming Rack |
30" x 5" (150 sq. in.) |
| Maximum Temperature |
650°F |
| Preheat Time |
Under 15 minutes |
| Controls |
Analog thermostat knob, 1-hour timer, indicator light |
| Electrical Requirement |
240VAC / 30A minimum dedicated circuit |
| Height (hood closed / open) |
43 1/2" / 57 7/8" (accessible models: 38 1/2" / 52 7/8") |
| Height to Top of Shelf |
37" (accessible models: 32") |
| Maximum Width |
56 1/8" |
| Maximum Depth |
23 3/4" |
| In-Ground Post Extension Below Grade |
18" |
Documentation/Downloads
Warranty
Fire Magic (R.H. Peterson Co.) backs its products with a limited warranty for the original purchaser, with proof of purchase, in a single-family residential installation. Coverage depends on the component:
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Lifetime: cast stainless steel burners, Choice stainless steel U-burners, cooking grids, and grill and vent hood housings
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15 years: brass valves, manifold assemblies, inner liners, porcelain housings and backburner assemblies (except ignition)
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10 years: built-in pizza ovens and griddles (except ignition system and thermostat)
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5 years: heating elements, infrared burners, flavor grids and stainless steel charcoal grills (charcoal pan, charcoal grid, analog thermometer and ash tray: 1 year)
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3 years: side burners, induction cooktops and all other grill, pizza oven and griddle components (except ignition and electronics)
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2 years: Echelon and EL500 glass touchscreen electronic controls
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1 year: ignition systems (excluding batteries) and electronic components, including lights, digital thermometers and thermostats
Source: Fire Magic Product Spec Guide. The owner's manual included with your product has the full terms.
Legal disclaimers and warnings
Product packaging, owner's manuals and installation instructions may include more information than what is shown on our website. Please read all included documentation before installing or using this product. Gas and electrical appliances must be installed by a qualified installer in accordance with local codes. WARNING for California residents: this product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
