Ice-O-Matic GEM1306A Pearl Ice Ice Machines
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Ice-O-Matic GEM1306A Pearl Ice Ice Machines
Description
Ice-O-Matic Pearl Ice® Nugget Ice Maker – GEM1306A
1,350 lb (612 kg) daily production • Air-Cooled • ENERGY STAR® QualifiedGive guests the “good ice” they crave. The compact yet powerful GEM1306A produces up to 1,350 lb of soft, chewable Pearl Ice® every 24 hours while using significantly less water and electricity than traditional cube machines.
Top Benefits
- Customer-preferred soft Pearl (nugget) ice cools drinks fast without diluting flavor.
- Huge output in a 21″-wide footprint—perfect for busy fountain or bar setups.
- ENERGY STAR® certified for lower utility costs and sustainability compliance.
- SystemSafe load monitoring protects the gearbox before damage can occur.
- Advanced water sensor prevents low- or no-water shutdowns—even in hard-water conditions.
- Rugged stainless steel evaporator & auger with industrial-grade roller bearings for long life.
- Self-contained, air-cooled condenser simplifies installation—no remote unit required.
- cULus, NSF & CE listed for global regulatory peace of mind.
Key Specifications
| Model | GEM1306A |
|---|---|
| Ice type | Pearl / nugget (½″ × ⅜″ • 12.7 mm × 9.5 mm) |
| Daily production |
1,350 lb / 612 kg @ 70 °F air / 50 °F water 1,000 lb / 454 kg @ 90 °F air / 70 °F water |
| Condenser | Air-cooled, self-contained |
| Energy usage | 3.5 kWh per 100 lb of ice |
| Water usage | 12 gal potable water per 100 lb of ice |
| Heat rejection | 11,845 BTU/hr |
| Electrical | 208-230 V / 60 Hz / 1-phase • 15.8 A (20 A max breaker) |
| Refrigerant | R404A |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 21″ × 24″ × 27″ (533 × 610 × 686 mm) |
| Minimum air clearance | 6″ (152 mm) intake & exhaust |
| Shipping weight | 290 lb / 132 kg (approx.) |
| Certifications | ENERGY STAR®, cULus, NSF, CE |
Bin & Dispenser Pairings
Compatible Ice-O-Matic storage solutions (adapter kit may be required):
- B25, B40, B42, B55 – use KBT19 or KBT24 kits
- B700 series – use KBT23 kit
- B110, B1300, B1600 – adapter kit not required
- Drink dispensers – use KGEMDISP adapter
Consult the Ice-O-Matic price list for a full compatibility chart.
Factory Warranty
- 3-year parts & labor on the entire ice maker
- 5-year parts on the compressor
Performance data based on ARI test conditions; actual output may vary. Specifications subject to change without notice.
