OPERATOR MANUAL

AMW B-SERIES

INSTALLATION

START UP PROCEDURE

WATER CONNECTION

The National Sanitation Foundation requires the following for an NSF approved water hook-up:

• A quick disconnect water connection or enough coiled tubing so that the machine can be moved for cleaning underneath.

• An approved backflow prevention device, such as a double check valve to be installed between the machine and water supply.

A 1/4” male flare adapter is provided. Installation to a water filter system is recommended to prevent lime and scale build-up in the machine.

• Water pipe connections and fixtures directly connected to portable water supply shall be sized, installed and maintained in accordance with federal, state and local codes.

• Flush the water line to purge any debris from the supply line.

Connect a 1/4” pressurized water line to the 1/4” male connection

(on rear of brewer) and turn the water supply on.

For 120V, 15A or 20A Service

(2 Wire + Ground) a) Minimum water pressure to the machine: 30 psi b) Maximum water pressure to the machine: 80 psi

L1 N L2

NOTE: Single head machines may be used without a pressurized water supply. (See Pour-Over Mode section)

O

N

D

UAL

V

OLT

U

NITS

,

F

LIP

S

WITCH TO

“120V”

C

ONNECT

N

EUTRAL

(N)

TO

M

IDDLE

C

ONNECT

H

OT

(L1)

TO

L

EFT

S

IDE

C

ONNECT

G

ROUND TO

S

CREW

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

NOTE: Wiring connections should be performed by a qualified technician.

Figure A

(Refer to serial tag to verify model number of your machine)

For 120/208-240V, 20A Service

(3 Wire + Ground)

• Remove front panel.

• Connect electrical service through rear of machine to terminal block

(inside front panel) marked L1, N, and L2. (See Figures A and B)

• On dual volt units, flip voltage switch (inside front panel next to terminal

O

N

D

UAL

V

OLT

U

NITS

,

F

LIP

S

WITCH TO

“240V” block) to 120V for 120 Volt service or 240V for 120/208, or

120/240 Volt service. (See Figures A, B and table below)

L1 N L2

• Re-install front panel.

• Turn on (plug-in) electrical service to brewer.

• Water tank will fill after a 7-second delay. The machine will make a

C

ONNECT

H

OT

(L1)

TO

L

EFT

S

IDE

C

ONNECT

G

ROUND TO

S

CREW

C

ONNECT

N

EUTRAL

(N)

TO

M

IDDLE

C

ONNECT

H

OT

(L2)

TO

R

IGHT

S

IDE hissing sound when this occurs. On single head models, allow

Figure B approximately 1.5 minutes for the brewer to fill. On two head models, allow approximately five minutes for the brewer to fill.

NOTE: If water supply is inadequate or not connected, display will read “P-O” after 4 minutes of fill time (Refer to Pour-Over Mode section). If Fill Cycle times out and display reads “P-O” before tank is full, turn unit OFF then ON again to reset and continue filling.

• The tank will begin heating slightly before machine fills.

• Turn brewer on by pressing ON/OFF switch in front of machine. (Light will illuminate)

• The brewer settings can be adjusted through the front touch pad. (Refer to Adjustments section)

• The water will be hot and the brewer will be ready to brew when “READY” light illuminates.

• Set Brew volume. (Refer to Setting Brew Volume section)

POWER REQUIREMENTS:

(Refer to serial tag for voltage to be supplied.)

Applied Volts Models Watts Amps NEMA Plug Cord AWG

B-3, B-3WL, B-3WR 1800 15

120 5-15P, 5-20P for CUL 3X14

120/208

120/240

B-SAP, B-ID

B-3, B-3WL, B-3WR

B-SAP, B-ID, B-DAP, B-DGP

B-6

B-DAP, B-DGP (30A)

B-3, B-3WL, B-3WR

B-SAP, B-ID, B-DAP, B -DGP

B-6

B-DAP, B-DGP (30A)

1780

2920

2620

5110

4510

3800

3500

6600

6000

14.9

14.1

12.6

24.6

21.7

15.9

14.6

27.5

25

L14-20P

L14-30P

L14-20P

L14-30P

4X12

4X10

4X12

4X10

Connections

Hot to L1

Neutral to N

Ground to ground screw

Hot to L1

Neutral to N

Hot to L2

Ground to ground screw

Hot to L1

Neutral to N

Hot to L2

Ground to ground screw

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FACTORY SETTINGS

(for each dispense head)

• Tank temperature is set at 200 degrees F.

• Brew time is pre-set at 2:20. (Volume/time to be set on-site)

• Pulse Brew is set for 1 pulse, 20 sec on, 20 sec off.

• Warmer Energy Savings mode is set for 60-minutes. (“OFF” for models without warmers)

• Low Temp / No Brew option is set to “OFF” or disabled.

• Pour over setting override is set to “no” or plumb in.

• Settings lock-out jumper on controller is set in “unlock” position.

B-SERIES

ADJUSTMENTS:

Refer to B-Series Programming Chart on page 5.

NOTE: Set each dispense head individually o n two head models with two controllers and serial numbers A166225 and lower (without a -P suffix). Tank temperature must be set to the same setting on both heads in order for the unit to operate properly.

Tank Temperature:

Left display controls this.

• Press-and-hold both “up” and “down” arrows for 5 seconds.

• The display will indicate either “d F” or “d C”. (Fahrenheit or Celsius)

• Press up or down arrow to change from one scale to the other.

• Press “BREW” button to accept and proceed to the next setting.

• The display will read temperature value in the scale previously selected.

• Press up or down arrow to change temperature value.

• Press “BREW” button to accept and proceed to the next setting.

Brew Time:

• The display will read “br ”. (brew time)

• Press “BREW” button to proceed to the next setting.

• The display will read the set brew time in minutes and seconds. (ex: 2.20)

• Press up or down arrow to change time value.

• Press “BREW” button to accept and proceed to the next setting.

Pulse Brewing Mode:

• The display will read “P-b”. (pulse brew)

• Press “BREW” button to proceed to the next setting.

• The display will read “OFF” - “1”- ”6”.

• Press up or down arrow to change number of pulses.

• Press “BREW” button to proceed to the next setting.

• The display will read “0.05” - “0.30”.

• Press up or down arrow to change pulse-on time for each pulse in seconds.

• Press “BREW” button to proceed to next setting.

• The display will read “0.05” - “0.30”.

• Press up or down arrow to change pulse-off time for each pulse.

• Press “BREW” button to accept and proceed to the next setting.

Energy Savings Mode (Warmer shut-off):

• The display will read “E-S”. (energy savings)

• Press “BREW” button to proceed to the next setting.

• The display will read “Off” - “10” - “240” in multiples of 10.

• Press up or down arrow to change time value in minutes. Must be “OFF” for models without warmers.

• Press “BREW” button to accept and proceed to the next setting.

Low Temp/No Brew Mode:

• The display will read “Ltn” (Low Temp/No Brew).

• Press “BREW” button to proceed to the next setting.

• Press up or down arrow to change to “ON” or “OFF”.

• Press “BREW” to accept and proceed to the next setting.

B-SERIES

ADJUSTMENTS (cont.):

Refer to B-Series Programming Chart on page 5.

Pour-Over Mode

Left display controls this.

• The display will read “P-O” (pour-over).

• Press “BREW” button to proceed to the next setting.

• Press up or down arrow to change to “YES” or “NO”. Plumbed-in units must be set to “NO”.

• Press “BREW” button to accept and exit menu.

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SETTING BREW VOLUME:

• Remove brew basket & spray head.

• Make sure “READY” light is on.

• Place empty server under exit nozzle to capture water.

• Press “BREW” button to fill water lines.

• Press “BREW” button again after approximately 10 seconds to stop water flow.

• Empty server then place under exit nozzle.

• Press-and-hold “BREW” button for 5 seconds until display reads “Pro”, then release.

• Press-and-release “BREW” button to initiate brew.

• The brew valve opens and the time begins to count up on display.

• Water will flow into decanter.

• When water level reaches desired amount, press-and-release “BREW” button again.

• Time value will flash in the display.

• Press-and-release “BREW” button within 10 seconds to set time.

• Reinstall spray head and brew basket.

• Repeat process for each brew head.

BREWING PROCEDURE:

• Place a new paper filter in the brew basket.

• Put desired amount of ground coffee in brew basket. (3.5 oz (100 grams) maximum)

• Place decanter or airpot under brew basket.

• Be sure lower warmer is on. (if available)

• Press “BREW” button to start brewing.

The “READY” light will flash for the entire brew cycle.

Water will dispense for the set time of brew, and light will flash after water is dispensed to denote “drip time”.

(ex.. Time set for 2:30, water is dispensed for 2:30, and light continues to flash for another 1:15 for total brew cycle of 3:45.)

Do not remove the brew basket while the “READY” light is blinking.

A stop function is added to the “BREW” switch. Pressing the “BREW” switch during a brew cycle will stop the brew. Coffee will need to be emptied from brew basket and brew procedure will need to be started again.

After a brew cycle, the tank must reheat and the “READY” light must be lit before starting the next cycle. Reheat (recovery) time is dependent on voltage applied and inlet water temperature.

Approximate reheat times for a 64 oz decanter are as follows:

120 Volt supply: 3-4 minutes; 120/208 Volt supply: 30-90 seconds; 120/240 Volt supply: 0 – 30 seconds

PULSE BREWING MODE:

• When mode is “ON” (number of pulses, pulse on, and pulse off time), and a brew cycle is initiated, water is dispensed for the ON time then stops for the OFF time to define one pulse. This repeats for number of pulses programmed. After pulsing is finished, the water continues to dispense for the remaining set time. During the pulse-off time, the water infuses the coffee and the bed rises to allow for better extraction.

• When mode is “OFF” and a brew cycle is initiated, water is dispensed continually for the entire set time without any delay.

ENERGY SAVINGS MODE (WARMER SHUT-OFF):

(ONLY FOR MODELS WITH WARMERS)

When set time has elapsed after a brew cycle, the lights above the warmer switches will flash and the warmers will automatically turn off. To stop lights from flashing, press one of the warmer switches. To turn warmers back on, press corresponding warmer switch. The timer will reset when a new brew cycle is initiated.

Refer to Adjustments section to adjust time values or simply disable mode. Time values may be adjusted from OFF to 10 minutes to 240 minutes in increments of 10 minutes.

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LOW TEMP / NO BREW MODE:

When set to “ON”, a brew cycle cannot be initiated until tank is hot and “READY” light is ON.

When set to “OFF”, a brew cycle may be initiated at any time.

B-SERIES

POUR-OVER MODE:

Note: Not available on B-6, B-DAP, and B-DGP (twin) models.

Brewers are capable of operating without a pressurized water source.

If there is no pressurized water source, brewer can be set-up as a pour-over.

1. If no water is in the tank to begin with, pour about three decanters of fresh water into the basin

(Fig. D). A small amount of water should remain in the basin.

2. If tank already has water, pour fresh water into basin (Fig D) until a small amount is in the basin and no longer drains into the tank.

3. Place server under the EMPTY brew basket.

4. Turn power on to machine

5. Go into Settings Mode and change “P-O” to “YES”.

6. Display will read “P-O”. (Fig C)

Figure C

7. Wait until Ready light illuminates.

8. Press-and-release Brew button to initiate a brew cycle.

9. Water should stop flowing before READY light stops flashing to create a “short pot”.

10. After tank water recovers and READY light illuminates, brewer is ready to brew coffee. See Brew Procedure.

Figure D

If brewer is in operation (connected to a pressurized water source) and water is shut off for four minutes, display will read “P-O” (Fig C) and brewer can be used as a pour-over:

1. Place server under the EMPTY brew basket.

2. Wait until Ready light illuminates.

3. Press-and-release Brew button to initiate a brew cycle.

4. Water should stop flowing before READY light stops flashing to create a “short pot”.

5. After tank water recovers and READY light illuminates, brewer is ready to brew coffee. See Brew Procedure.

If water pressure problem is resolved, simply press Off then On.

Brew Procedure while brewer is in pour over “P-O” mode:

1. Wait until tank water heats up and READY light is on.

2. Place brew basket in place with ground coffee inside filter.

3. Pour a full (64oz) maximum container of fresh water into basin at top/front of brewer. (Fig D)

4. Place container under brew basket.

5. Press-and-release “BREW” button to initiate brew cycle.

COUNTER:

The brewer is equipped with a counter that displays the total number of brew cycles for each dispense head. After turning the brewer on, the number will scroll across the display two times and then clears.

CLEANING CABINET

• The outside of the brewer can be cleaned with a damp cloth, a household dusting spray or a stainless steel cleaner. Do not use an abrasive such as Scotchbrite or Brillo pads. These may mar the finish.

• Wipe the underside of the cabinet hood with a clean cloth. Be especially careful when using soap or detergent around the sprayhead.

Any soap left on the deflector may impart an unpleasant taste to the first brews.

CLEANING WARMERS

The warmer plates are easy to clean and will maintain its appearance longer if cleaned regularly. Coffee stains can be wiped off with a damp cloth. Use detergent or sanitizer for heavy deposits, but refrain from using abrasives.

CLEANING BREW BASKET, AIRPOTS AND DECANTERS

Use commercial grade urn cleaner (as directed by manufacturer) and rinse thoroughly.

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User Lockout

User Lockout is achieved via the position of the LOCK jumper on the board header. Locate the header on the board

(shown below) and place the jumper in the desired position. In the Locked position all menus in this document are locked out, and the unit will only allow brewing or grinding functions. There are two versions of the header, 10 pin and 2 pin. Both configurations are shown below.

2 Pin Version

Locked

LOCK

Unlocked

LOCK

User

Lockout

Jumper

User Lockout Jumper

Controller Fuse Sizes

Fuses

Controller (pn A530-059) uses (2) 5mm x 20mm 5 Ampere fuses.

Controller (pn A530-056) uses (2) fuses - 1.25” x 0.25” 3AG series 312.

- (1) is a 1 Ampere 3AG-1

- (1) is a 5 Ampere 3AG-5

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Programming for B-Series

B-SERIES

B-SERIES

Models B-3, B-3WR, B-3WL, B-SAP & B-ID Parts List serial numbers without a -P suffix only

Model B-3 Dual Voltage Unit Shown

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A12124

Spray Head

Deflector Kit

* Each kit includes: (1) A530-056 controller and (1) A71933 touchpad

A531-072

Heater Relay,

12VDC coil

A554-109

Transformer

30VA, 24V ct

A71934

Controller Kit*

A61467

Switch,

120 or 240 Heater

(Dual volt models only)

A71683

24VAC Inlet Valve

A71619

Brew Basket

Assembly

(not shown)

A71431

Gourmet Brew Basket Assy

(optional for B-SAP)

(not shown)

A13029

Warmer

Heater

(not shown)

A71577

Warmer Plate

(not shown)

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Models B-3, B-3WR, B-3WL, B-SAP & B-ID Parts List serial numbers with a -P suffix only

Model B-3 Dual Voltage Unit Shown

B-SERIES

A12124

Spray Head

Deflector Kit

A71450

Heater Relay,

24VDC coil

A554-109

Transformer

30VA, 24V ct

A530-059

Controller

A61467

Switch,

120 or 240 Heater

(Dual volt models only)

A64060

24VDC

Inlet Valve

A71619

Brew Basket

Assembly

(not shown)

A71431

Gourmet Brew Basket Assy

(optional for B-SAP)

(not shown)

A13029

Warmer

Heater

(not shown)

A71577

Warmer Plate

(not shown)

B-SERIES

Models B-3, B-3WR, B-3WL, B-SAP & B-ID Parts List

Dual Voltage Unit Shown

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A62305

Thermostat,

Hi-Limit

A71567

Thermistor

A71561

Element,

120V/1500W

A71562

Element,

240V/3500W

A71681

Gasket,

Tank A544-008

Grommet,

Probe (3)

A61243

Grommet,

Dump Valve

Dump

Valve**

(see note under photo)

Touch Pad w/Cable*

(see note under photo)

A12124

Spray Head

Deflector Kit

A71570

Decal

T-Pad,

B-3, B-3WR,

B-3WL

A71699

Decal

T-Pad,

B-SAP

B-ID

Touch Pad w/ Cable:

* A71933: used on serial numbers without a -P suffix and with controller # A530-056

A530-061: used on serial numbers with a -P suffix and with controller # A530-059

Dump Valve:

** A71684 (24VAC): used on serial numbers without a -P suffix and with controller # A530-056

A64062 (24VDC): used on serial numbers with a -P suffix and with controller # A530-059

Page 10 B-SERIES

Models B-6, B-DGP & B-DAP Parts List serial numbers without a -P suffix only

Model B-6 Shown

A71822

Decal,

T-pad

B-6

A71823

Decal,

T-pad,

B-DAP,

B-DGP

A531-072

Heater

Relay,

12VDC coil

A71683

Valve, Inlet

24VAC

A71619

Brew Basket Assy. (not shown) (2)

A13029

Warmer Heater (not shown)

A71577

Warmer Plate (not shown)

A71431

Gourmet Brew Basket Assy (optional for B-DAP, B-DGP) (not shown)

A548-128

Deflector Spray

Head (2)

A61481

Transformer (2)

40VA, 24VCT

A71934

Controller Kit (2)

(each kit includes:

(1) A530-056 controller and

(1) A71933 touchpad)

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Models B-6, B-DGP & B-DAP Parts List with a -P suffix only

Model B-6 Shown

A71450

Heater

Relay,

24VDC coil

A64060

Valve, Inlet

24VDC

A71619

Brew Basket Assy. (not shown) (2)

A13029

Warmer Heater (not shown)

A71577

Warmer Plate (not shown)

A71431

Gourmet Brew Basket Assy (optional for B-DAP, B-DGP) (not shown)

A71822

Decal,

T-pad

B-6

A71823

Decal,

T-pad,

B-DAP,

B-DGP

A548-128

Deflector Spray

Head (2)

A61481

Transformer

40VA, 24VCT

A530-059

Controller

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A71567

Thermistor

(see NOTE 1 below)

A62305

Thermostat

Hi-Limit

Models B-6, B-DGP & B-DAP Parts List

A71936

Element,

240V/6000W

A71562

Element,

240V/3500W

A71508

Heat Sensor

Probe

A61108

Level

Probe

A71567

Thermistor

(see NOTE 1 below)

A71147

Grommet

Probe (4)

A61243

Grommet

Dump Valve

Valve

Dump

(see NOTE 2 below)

A61243

Grommet

Dump Valve

A71684

Valve

Dump

A515027

Contactor for

30A Models

Touch Pad w/ Cable (2)**

(see NOTE 3 below)

A548-127

Nozzle, Spray Head (2)

Thermistor:

NOTE 1: (2) Thermistors (pn A71567) used on serial numbers without a -P suffix only and with controller # A530-056.

(1) Thermistor (pn A71567) used on serial numbers with a -P suffix only with controller # A530-059.

Dump Valve:

NOTE 2: A71684 (24VAC): used on serial numbers without a -P suffix and with controller # A530-056.

A64062 (24VDC): used on serial numbers with a -P suffix and with controller # A530-059.

Touch Pad w/ Cable:

NOTE 3: A71933: used on serial numbers without a -P suffix and with controller # A530-056.

A530-061: used on serial numbers with a -P suffix only and with controller # A530-059.

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Weak coffee

Problem

Strong coffee

Bitter coffee

Grounds in coffee

Brew basket overflowed

Unpleasant taste

Quantity of coffee dispensed each throw is not the same

Circuit breaker trips continuously

Control board displays “P-O”

Control board displays “ER2”

Water boiling (or steaming)

No lights are on

(including warmer lights)

Too much or not enough water in server

Spray head dripping

Hot water spigot dripping

Hot water spigot not dispensing

Warmer failure

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Possible Cause

• Not enough coffee used

• Grind is too coarse

• Water not hot enough

• Coffee bed has dry areas

• Too much coffee used

• Grind is too fine

• Paper filter collapsed during brewing

• Too much coffee

• Grind is too fine

• Double batching

• Water tank or brew basket needs cleaning

• Lime scale build-up

• Hose kinked

• Dump Valve not adjusted properly

• Defective timer

• Insufficient current due to use of extension cord

• Insufficient current due to overloaded line

• Water supply turned off

• Water fill valve on too long

• Problem with thermistor

• Temperature set too high

• Defective thermistor

• No power to brewer

• Power switch turned off

• Touch pad disconnected

• Water volume adjustment

• Lime build up in dump valve

• Faulty seal

• Tube limed up

• Defective valve seat

• Loss of power

• Bus fuse (5 Amp) on controller board is blown

• Defective warmer heater

• Bus fuse (1 Amp) on controller board is blown

• LED burned out

Solution

• Set to portion more coffee

• Readjust to finer grind

• Check spray temp; should be greater than

185°F/85°C

• Spray deflector broken or missing. Replace

• Use less coffee

• Use a coarser grind

• Use proper filter

• Position filter carefully

• Use no more than 3 1/2 oz. (100 grams) of coffee

• Use a coarser grind

• You must dump old coffee and use fresh new filter for each brew

• Clean, sanitize (delime)

• Delime machine

• Check hoses

• Turn screw on Dump Valve to open fully

• Check the length of time brewer runs with watch

• Plug unit directly into outlet. Do not use extension cord

• Designate single line for unit. Do not use multi-outlet box

• Turn water supply on, then reset power

• Clean or replace water fill valve

• Replace if defective

• Check settings with actual temperature

• Check power at source

• Turn switch on

• Reconnect touchpad

• Readjust

• Delime unit

• Replace seal

• Delime tank

• Replace seat

• Check power source

• Replace fuse

• Replace defective heater

• Replace fuse

• Replace touchpad

Water solenoids not working

One indicator light will not illuminate

ER1

ER2

Problem

Error Messages

Possible Causes Service Check

• Fill valve on for over

6 min. (This occurs during initial fill on some units – see Initial Start-up.)

• Check system for water leaks.

• Thermistor failure or loose connections in thermistor circuit.

Remedy

• Correct any leaks and reset controller.

• Ensure that connector is securely attached to controller and that thermistor is securely connected.

• Secure connections and reset controller. If error reoccurs, replace thermistor.

ER3

ER4

• Thermistor is reading out of range.

• No heating is detected

• Check tank temperature.

• Verify power to heating element and high limit operation

• Replace thermistor.

• Repair as needed.

If you still need help, call an authorized dealer in your area or our Technical Service Department. You can reach Grindmaster Corporation’s Technical

Service Department at 800-695-4500 (USA & Canada only) or 502-425-4776 Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM EST. Please have the model and serial number ready so that accurate information can be given.

Prior authorization must be obtained from Grindmaster Corporation’s Technical Services Department for all warranty claims.

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Wiring Diagram

Models B-3, B-3WR, B-3WL, B-SAP & B-ID

without a -P suffix

B-SERIES

B-SERIES

Wiring Diagram

Models B-3, B-3WR, B-3WL, B-SAP & B-ID

without a -P suffix

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Wiring Diagram

Models B-6, B-DAP, B-DGP

without a -P suffix

B-SERIES

B-SERIES

Wiring Diagram - E Models

Models B-6, B-DAP, B-DGP

without a -P suffix

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Wiring Diagram

Models B-3, B-3WR, B-3WL, B-SAP & B-ID

with a -P suffix only

B-SERIES

B-SERIES

Wiring Diagram

Models B-3, B-3WR, B-3WL, B-SAP & B-ID

with a -P suffix only

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Wiring Diagram

Models B-6, B-DAP, & B-DGP

with a -P suffix only

B-SERIES

B-SERIES

Wiring Diagram - E Models

Models B-6, B-DAP, & B-DGP

with a -P suffix only

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