GEM Models A/W Bearing Maintenance Page 19
Bearing Maintenance:
The bearing in the breaker should also be checked at least two (2) times per year.
Switch the machine OFF and check the bearing.
1. Remove the chute cover.
2. Unscrew the ice sweep
3. Removing the water shed and
unscrewing the breaker cover.
Note: Left Hand Threads
5. Inspect the bearing. There should
be plenty of grease in sight. If
grease is needed the bearing and
breaker should be removed to check
the action of the bearing.
It should rotate freely.
6. To remove the breaker, remove the
lower ice chute then take out all
four (4) Allen head cap screws and
pull the breaker off the auger and
evaporator.
7. If the bearing only needs grease,
inject grease into the bearing using
a grease needle.
4. Unscrewing the auger stud
See Removal and Replacement Section
to replace bearings and seals.