Key Features
- 30" Fire Magic electric grill on a stainless steel patio post with side shelves
- Black glass touchscreen with Bluetooth / Wi-Fi control from your smartphone
- Heats up to 700°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
- One-zone or two-zone thermostatic control; optional Magic View glass window
- Large drip tray on ball-bearing glides
- Requires a dedicated 240V / 30A circuit
Overview
The EL500s brings Fire Magic grilling to places where gas is not an option: condos, rooftops, balconies with HOA rules and yards without a gas line. The grill head sits on a stainless steel patio post with a shelf on each side, so it installs on an existing patio without building an island. 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.
The touchscreen sets an exact temperature, and the two-zone versions let you sear on one side while cooking gently on the other. With Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, you can check and adjust the grill from your phone.
One Zone or Two Zones?
The one-zone model (EL500S-3Z1E-P6) controls the whole grill with one thermostat. The two-zone models (EL500S-4Z1E-P6) control each half separately, the way you would use two burners on a gas grill: high heat for searing on one side, lower heat for chicken or fish on the other. The EL500S-4Z1E-W-P6 adds the Magic View ceramic glass window in the hood.
Planning Your Installation
The post bolts onto a patio or deck. The grill stands 43 1/2 inches high with the hood closed (57 7/8 inches open), 37 inches at the shelves, and measures 56 1/8 inches wide overall. The most important step is power: the EL500 needs a dedicated 240V circuit rated for at least 30 amps. Have a licensed electrician check your panel before ordering.
Complete Your Setup
Add the fitted Fire Magic EL500 cover, or the stainless steel griddle insert for EL500 grills (model 3522) to cook breakfast, smash burgers and seafood on a flat surface.
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.
Can an electric grill really sear?
Yes. The EL500 reaches up to 700°F (650°F for the analog version) and the Diamond Sear grids leave real grill marks. It does not produce gas flavor, but drippings hitting the hot element still create smoke.
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 # (Two zones, with window) |
EL500S-4Z1E-W-P6 |
| Model # (Two zones) |
EL500S-4Z1E-P6 |
| Model # (One zone) |
EL500S-3Z1E-P6 |
| Primary Cooking Surface |
30" x 16" (480 sq. in.) |
| Warming Rack |
30" x 5" (150 sq. in.) |
| Maximum Temperature |
700°F |
| Preheat Time |
Under 15 minutes |
| Controls |
Black glass touchscreen with Bluetooth / Wi-Fi app control |
| Electrical Requirement |
240VAC / 30A minimum dedicated circuit |
| Height (hood closed / open) |
43 1/2" / 57 7/8" |
| Height to Top of Shelf |
37" |
| Maximum Width |
56 1/8" |
| Maximum Depth |
23 3/4" |
| Post Type |
Patio post (bolts to a patio or deck) |
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.
