290-0052 Alfresco AGBQ, ALX2, ALXE Sear Zone Burner

• Fits: Alfresco AGBQ, ALX2, ALXE grills with a factory infrared Sear Zone, plus select Built-In Side Burner Units
• Important: If your grill did not originally come with a Sear Zone, this part will not work in your grill.
• Need the screen only? Use Part 265-0008.
• Dimensions: 17" × 7 1/2"
• Part type: Original manufactured (OEM) replacement

Replacement Infrared Sear Zone Burner used on select Alfresco grills. Infrared technology delivers intense radiant heat for fast browning and caramelization.

AGBQ / AG Series: AGBQ-30C, AGBQ-30SZ, AGBQ-30SZC, AGBQ-42SZ, AGBQ-42SZC, AGSZ, AGSZC

ALX2 Series: ALX2-30, ALX2-30IR, ALX2-30IRC, ALX2-30IRCD, ALX2-30SZ, ALX2-30SZC, ALX2-30SZCD, ALX2-36SZ, ALX2-42SZ, ALX2-42SZC, ALX2-56BFG, ALX2-56BFGC, ALX2-56BFGR, ALX2-56SZ, ALX2-56SZC

ALXE / AXE Series: AXESZ, ALXE-30, ALXE-30SZ, ALXE-36, ALXE-36SZ, ALXE-42, ALXE-42SZ, ALXE-56, ALXE-56SZ, ALXE-56BFG

• Loud “whooshing” at ignition/operation (often a sign of a cracked ceramic or failed internal baffle)
• Visible cracks, warping, or physical damage to the burner housing
• Uneven infrared heat that remains after proper cleaning

Before you replace it: delayed ignition or weak lighting can be caused by soot/grease in the ports. Carefully clean/vacuum the burner area and verify gas supply before assuming the burner is bad.

Before replacing your 290-0052 burner, try this first. Many infrared burners get replaced when they simply need proper cleaning.

1. Use the Burn-Off Method

After cooking, turn the Sear Zone to High for 5–10 minutes with the hood open. The radiant heat will carbonize grease into fine ash. This is how the burner is designed to self-clean.

2. Lightly Vacuum — No Scrubbing

Once completely cool, lightly vacuum loose ash from the ceramic surface.

Do not scrub. Do not use a brush attachment. Brushes can push debris into other ports and pressure can crack the ceramic tiles.

No Water

Never use water, degreasers, or liquid cleaners on an infrared burner. Ceramic absorbs moisture. If lit while damp, expanding steam will crack it internally. If it ever gets wet, allow 24–48 hours of complete air drying before lighting.

Replace the burner if you see:

• Large cracks in the ceramic tiles
• Internal rattling (broken internal baffle)

If you're unsure, contact us before ordering. We work on Alfresco grills and can help diagnose the issue correctly.

To ensure you receive the correct replacement part, you’ll need your Alfresco grill series and model number. If you’re unsure, email or call us and we’ll verify compatibility before you order.