Fire Magic Aurora A540i 30-Inch Built-In Gas Grill
Fire MagicA540i Overview
The Fire Magic Aurora A540i is the smaller-firebox Aurora built-in at the 30-inch class, designed for installs where the island cabinet depth is the constraint rather than the width. With 540 square inches of cooking area and 63,000 BTU from three cast stainless steel "E" burners, the A540i fits the same 32-inch wide cutout as the Choice C540i but requires only 19-1/2 inches of cabinet depth. The Aurora line is Fire Magic's mid-tier collection, sharing the same cast stainless steel "E" burners, Diamond Sear cooking grids, hot surface ignition, and 304 stainless steel construction as the flagship Echelon Diamond, but at a lower price point. The trade-offs vs. Echelon are: analog thermometer only (no digital underglass option), polished trim instead of black-glass control panel, and the rotisserie backburner is a paid option rather than included.
The A540i uses an 18-inch deep firebox (vs. the 22-inch firebox on the A660i and A790i) so it does NOT offer the Magic View Window or the deepest rotisserie clearance. If the installation has cabinet depth available, step up to the A660i for full rotisserie capability and the optional window. The grill is configurable at order time across multiple axes: fuel type (natural gas or propane), backburner with rotisserie kit (yes/no), and infrared sear burner in the left-hand position (yes/no). Choose the combination that fits your build and the matching factory-assembled SKU ships in a single carton.
Key Features
- Patented Diamond Sear cast stainless steel cooking grids for fast, even heat transfer and superior searing.
- Cast 304 stainless steel "E" burners (1/4-inch thick, lifetime warranty), delivering 63,000 BTU primary heat.
- Optional recessed stainless steel backburner with full rotisserie kit at 11,000 BTU (motor, hex spit rod, two 4-tine meat holders, counter balance).
- 120 VAC / 12 Volt hot surface ignition with flash tubes for reliable lighting in any weather (requires 120V AC supply).
- Seamless control panel with polished trim and back-lit comfort-touch knobs (flame icons turn red when burner is on).
- Two (2) interior halogen lights for nighttime grilling.
- Heavy-duty analog thermometer in lid measuring up to 1,000°F.
- Double-walled stainless steel hood with feather-lite spring-assist easy lift, opens to 90 degrees.
- Heavy-gauge stainless steel flavor grids (16-gauge) for even heat distribution and fewer flare-ups.
- Optional infrared sear burner in the left-most burner position (priced upgrade) for high-temperature steakhouse-grade searing.
- Convertible regulator with orifices for natural gas or propane (specify at order); pre-assembled 1/2" x 36" stainless steel gas flex connector included.
Specifications
| Product Type | Built-In Outdoor Gas Grill |
|---|---|
| Series | Aurora |
| Model | A540i |
| Cooking Area, Primary | 30" x 18" (540 sq. in.) |
| Cooking Area, Warming Rack | 30" x 8" |
| Framing / Cutout (W x D x H) | 32"W x 19-1/2"D x 11-1/2"H |
| Primary Burner BTU | 63,000 BTU/hr |
| Backburner BTU (when equipped) | 11,000 BTU/hr |
| Fuel Availability | Natural Gas or Liquid Propane (factory-built per order; not field-convertible) |
| Ignition | 120 VAC / 12 Volt Hot Surface Ignition with Flash Tubes |
| Thermometer | Analog (lid-mounted) |
| Cooking Grids | Diamond Sear, 304 stainless steel |
| Burners | Cast 304 stainless steel, 1/4" thick "E" burners |
| Construction | 304 stainless steel housing |
| Shipping Weight | 200 lbs |
| Carton Dimensions | 38-3/4"L x 31-1/2"W x 33-1/2"H |
| Listings | CSA / ANSI Z21.58 certified |
| Country of Origin | Made in the USA |
| Warranty | Lifetime / 15-year / 5-year / 3-year / 1-year tiered (see Warranty section) |
Warranty
Lifetime warranty on cast stainless steel burners, Diamond Sear cooking grids, and stainless steel housings. 15-year warranty on brass valves, inner liners, manifold assemblies, porcelain housings, and backburner assemblies (excluding ignition parts). 5-year warranty on flavor grids and infrared burners. 3-year warranty on all other Fire Magic grill components (excluding ignition and electronic parts). 1-year warranty on ignition systems (excluding batteries), electronic components including lights and thermometers, and grill accessories. Labor coverage included for two (2) years up to $120. Warranty applies to the original purchaser with proof of purchase and to single family residential use only.