About the Broil King® Imperial™ S490 Built-In Grill Head

The Broil King® Imperial™ S490 Built-In Grill Head is a refined outdoor cooking solution, designed for professional chefs who demand both performance and reliability. Featuring a 500 sq. in. primary cooking surface and four Dual-Tube™ burners delivering 44,000 BTUs, this grill ensures precise heat distribution for efficient grilling. A 10,000 BTU side burner enables high-temperature searing, while the 15,000 BTU rear rotisserie burner, accompanied by an included premium rotisserie kit, provides enhanced roasting capabilities. The cast stainless steel cooking grids maximize durability and heat retention, complemented by the Flav-R-Wave™ cooking system for optimal barbecue flavor.

Designed for effortless integration into outdoor kitchens, the S490 is fully combustion-ready and does not require an insulated sleeve for installation. Built-in oven lights and illuminated control knobs further enhance usability, making nighttime grilling seamless. Backed by a lifetime cookbox warranty and 15-year comprehensive coverage, this built-in grill guarantees long-term reliability. Optional Exact Fit accessories provide additional customization, ensuring a tailored grilling experience.

System

• 44,000 BTU main burner output
• 10,000 BTU side burner for precision searing
• 15,000 BTU rear rotisserie burner with premium rotisserie kit included
• 500 sq. in. primary cooking surface
• Cast stainless steel cooking grids for superior durability
• Stainless steel warming rack
• Flav-R-Wave™ cooking system for maximized barbecue flavor
• Four Dual-Tube™ burners
• Built-in oven lights
• Illuminated control knobs

Design

• Built-In Integration: Designed for seamless installation into outdoor kitchens.
• Combustion Ready: No insulated sleeve required for installation.
• Lighting Features: Built-in oven lights and illuminated control knobs for easy nighttime grilling.

Optional Exact Fit Accessories

• Premium Cover: 68591
• Deluxe Griddle: 11239
• Stainless Steel Rod Cooking Grids: 11153
• Flav-R-Cast™ Iron Cooking Grids: 11229

Fuel Type

• Propane (LP): Designed for use with a 20 lb. tank (not included).
• Natural Gas (NG): Includes a 10 ft. natural gas hose.

Assembled Dimensions

• Height: 24.89 in.
• Width: 31.14 in.
• Depth: 26.37 in.

Grill Head Cut-out Dimensions

• Height: 10.9 in.
• Width: 29.78 in.
• Depth: 23.13 in.

Weight

• LP Model: 162 lbs.
• NG Model: 164 lbs.

Cubic Feet

• 15.07 cubic ft.

Key Specifications

• ITEM # (LIQUID PROPANE): 956084
• ITEM # (NATURAL GAS): 956087
• UPC (LP): 062703560847
• UPC (NG): 062703560878

Product Resources

• Imperial S490 BI Owner's Manual
• Imperial S490 BI Assembly Manual
  

About the Manufacturer

Broil King® has proudly been making barbecues for nearly 40 years, but the company’s history goes back more than a century. Throughout that time, it has been family owned and operated, a tradition that carries on today.

Broil King® Lifetime Warranty

This Broil King® features a Limited Lifetime Warranty on the entire cookbox, 15 years on Dual-Tube™ burner system, and 15 years top to bottom, on all remaining parts and paint.

Should you ever require assistance, Customer Service Professionals are just a phone call away.

North American Customer Service:
+1-800-265-2150