ASMOKE
Auger Mechanical Noise / Bearing Wear
Loud grinding or squealing noise from hopper area during operation.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Pellet dust and debris in auger tube, Dry or worn auger motor bearings, Auger flighting rubbing tube due to misalignment, Foreign object in auger
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the grill before working near the auger.
- Step 1 – Empty hopper: Remove pellets to expose the auger area.
- Step 2 – Run briefly to locate noise: With the hopper empty and grill plugged in, start the grill and listen to pinpoint the noise source. Then unplug.
- Step 3 – Remove auger: Take off the auger motor and pull the auger shaft out. Clean pellet dust and resin from the shaft and tube.
- Step 4 – Inspect motor: Spin the auger motor shaft by hand. If rough or noisy, replace the ASMOKE auger motor.
- Step 5 – Reassemble with alignment: Reinstall the auger, ensuring it is centered in the tube and not rubbing. Test for quiet operation.
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Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
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