R&R-Bearing and Breaker

GEM0650/0956/1256 A/W

R&R-Bearing and Breaker

Note: Removal of the auger, water seal, evaporator and gear motor must begin at the top of the assembly.

To Remove the Breaker Bearing Assembly:

1. Disconnect electrical power.

2. Remove panels.

3. Push back bail clamp and remove ice chute cover.

4. Unscrew and remove ice sweep.

5. Lift up and remove ice chute.

6. The breaker may be removed from the auger and evaporator without disturbing the auger. a. Unscrew breaker cover from breaker (Note: Left Hand Threads)

b. Unscrew auger stud from top of auger. (Fig. 1)

c. Unscrew four (4) Allen head cap screws holding breaker to evaporator. (Fig 2)

d. Lift up, and remove breaker/bearing assembly from auger and evaporator. (Fig 3)

7.Service the bearing. Check for rust, rough spots and damage.

a.The bearing is pressed into the breaker, to remove the bearing and replace it, an arbor press is needed.

b.Replace lower seals before installing new bearing in breaker. Note: Seals must be pressed in with a tool pushing against the outer edge only, they will not install by hand.

c.Replace parts as required. Re-grease bearings with ICE-O-Matic PN6051062-01 bearing grease.

d.Replace top seal and check the O-Rings, replace if cut or torn.

8.Reverse to reassemble: Specific tools and materials are required to install properly.

a.Add food grade grease such as ICE-O-Matic PN6051036-01 to the seal area before installing on the auger.

b.Check the seal to shaft areas for cuts or rough spots, none are permitted.

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Fig. 3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bearing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ice Sweep

 

 

 

 

 

 

Seals

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Auger Stud

Breaker Cover

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