During preheat/cooldown and in between roasts today I noticed this faint squeaking coming from the font of my Bullet. Anyone know what this might be from so I can address it before it becomes a larger issue? Or is it just dirty and need to be cleaned?
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I’d say 2 things. Either the bearing on the shaft needs lubricating, which is more likely in my opinion, or the handle screw is sticking slightly outside the door and touching the drum, much less likely. Use food grade silicone lubricant on the bearing and shaft. Use small quantities. I think that should solve it. If not, we’ll see what else comes to mind.
I just replace bearings with “uxcell Deep Groove Ball Bearing Double Shield 10mm x 22mm x 6mm Chrome Steel Bearings”: