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Ice-O-Matic Pearl Ice® GEM0956A Nugget Ice Maker
Air-Cooled • Self-Contained • 1,053 lb (478 kg) / 24 hrServe the ice everyone loves to chew. The compact GEM0956A turns out over half-a-ton of soft, flavor-saving Pearl Ice® every day while using less water and electricity than traditional cube machines—earning coveted ENERGY STAR® certification.
Why you’ll love it
- Guest-preferred, chewable nugget ice cools drinks fast without watering them down.
- High-capacity output—up to 1,053 lb (478 kg) of ice in 24 hours.
- Space-saving 21 in / 533 mm width fits most beverage dispensers and storage bins.
- Air-cooled, self-contained condenser—no remote kit or extra plumbing required.
- SystemSafe load monitoring shuts the machine down before gearbox damage can occur.
- Advanced water sensor avoids nuisance shut-offs even in challenging water conditions.
- Stainless-steel evaporator & auger for long-term corrosion resistance.
- Industrial-grade roller bearings and heavy-duty gearbox built for round-the-clock service.
- ENERGY STAR®, cULus, NSF & CE listed for efficiency and code compliance.
Technical specifications
| Ice type | Pearl® / Nugget (½ in × ⅜ in • 12.7 × 9.5 mm) |
|---|---|
| 24 hr production | 1,053 lb (478 kg) @ 70 °F / 50 °F 753 lb (342 kg) @ 90 °F / 70 °F |
| Condenser | Air-cooled, self-contained |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 21 in × 24 in × 27 in (533 × 610 × 686 mm) |
| Electrical | 208-230 V / 60 Hz / 1-phase MCA 12.4 A • Max breaker 20 A |
| Water connections | 3⁄8 in FPT inlet • 3⁄4 in FPT drain |
| Refrigerant | R404A |
| Net / Shipping weight | ≈ 257 lb (117 kg) / 290 lb (132 kg) |
| Certifications | ENERGY STAR®, cULus, NSF, CE |
Compatible storage bins (sold separately)
- B25-30 • B40-30 • B42-22 • B55-30 • B700-30
- B110-48, B1000-48, B1300-48 & larger with KBT adapter kits
Peace-of-mind warranty
GEM Pearl Series machines come with 3 years parts & labor coverage on the entire unit and 5 years parts on the compressor. Pair with an IFQ1-XL water-filtration system to protect your investment and maintain peak ice quality.
Overall Dimensions:
24.0"W x 27.0"D x 32.0"HProduct Weight:
205.0 lbCertifications & Compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
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- Return requests must be submitted within 30 days of delivery
- Items must be unused and in original packaging
- 35% restocking fee and return freight/crating fees apply
- Consumable products are not returnable
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