Ice-O-Matic

Ice-O-Matic GEMD270A2 Pearl Ice Ice & Water Dispensers

SKU: GEMD270A2
$5,802.00
/each
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Ice-O-Matic GEMD270A2 “Pearl Ice” Ice & Water Dispenser

Soft, chewable Pearl Ice® nuggets - 15.5-inch countertop design

Give staff and guests the ice they really want—soft, chew-friendly Pearl Ice®—from a dispenser that fits almost anywhere and never needs to be touched. The GEMD270A2 combines high-volume nugget ice production with hands-free dispensing, making it perfect for healthcare pantries, offices, cafeterias and breakrooms.

Why you’ll love it

  • Touch-free infrared dispense for maximum sanitation—choose ice only, water only, ice & water, or pitcher fill at the lighted keypad.
  • Big performance in a small footprint—just 15.5 in W yet up to 274 lb (124 kg) of ice every 24 hours.
  • Built-in 12 lb (5.5 kg) storage with rapid 11.4 lb/hr recovery keeps ice ready at peak times.
  • Quiet operation and front air intake/exhaust—ideal for patient floors and open-plan offices.
  • Removable, dishwasher-safe chute simplifies daily cleaning.
  • Self-contained, air-cooled condenser; plug-and-play cordset included.
  • Durable stainless-look exterior resists scratches and fingerprints.

Technical Specifications

Ice type Pearl Ice® nugget, ½ in × ⅜ in (12.7 mm × 9.5 mm) soft chewable crystals
Daily production
(70 °F air / 50 °F water)
≈ 274 lb | 124 kg
Daily production
(90 °F air / 70 °F water)
≈ 229 lb | 103 kg
Storage capacity 12 lb | 5.5 kg internal bin
Recovery rate 11.4 lb (5.2 kg) per hour
Dimensions (W × D × H) 15.5 in × 25.5 in × 34.5 in
390 mm × 645 mm × 877 mm
Electrical 115 V / 60 Hz / 1-phase, 10 A (cordset included)
Water usage 6.2 gal per 100 lb of ice
Operating limits Air 50–100 °F (10–38 °C)  |  Water 40–100 °F (4–38 °C)  |  Water pressure 14–70 psi (1–5 bar)
Refrigerant R404A
Certifications cULus, cETLus

Included Warranty

• 2 years parts & labor on the complete dispenser
• 5 years parts on the compressor

Options & Accessories

  • Inline water-filter kits: IFI4C or IFI8C (recommended for ice quality & extended warranty participation).
  • Sanitary leg kit for elevated countertop installations.
Important: Unit must be installed and serviced by a qualified refrigeration technician and connected to a potable water supply within the stated pressure/temperature range to maintain warranty coverage.

Product Weight:

158.0 lb
Manufacturer Ice-O-Matic
Brand name Pearl Ice
Certifications ["cULus", "cETLus"]
Shipping Weight 158.0lbs
Type ice & water combination machine
Bin Storage Capacity 11 - 20 lb = 5 - 9 kg
Production per 24 hr 201 - 300 lb = 91 - 136 kg
Style counter
Cooling air-cooled
Specifications Pearl Ice® Ice/Water Dispenser, soft, chewable ice crystals, air-cooled, self-contained condenser, approximately 274 lb/124 kg production/24 hours, 12 lb. storage, touch-free dispense, durable finish, cULus, cETLus

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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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