Pertronix Flame-Thrower Cast Distributors D182604 User Manual download pdf

LIMITED WARRANTY

PerTronix, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser of its products that the

Ignitor II shall be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period

of (30) months from the date of purchase.

If within the period of the foregoing warranty Pertronix finds, after

inspection, that the product or any component thereof is defective, Pertronix

will, at its option, repair such products or component or replace them with

identical or similar parts PROVIDED that within such period Purchaser:

1. Promptly Notifies PerTronix, in writing, of such defects.

2. Delivers the defective products product or component to Pertronix

(ATTN: Warranty) with proof of purchase date; and

3. Has installed and used the product in a normal and Proper manner,

consistent with Pertronix printed instructions.

THE FORGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU

OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,

INCLUDING AND IMPLIED WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY OR

FITNESS FOR A PURPOSE.

THE FURNISHING OF A REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT COMPONENTS

SHALL CONSTITUTE THE SOLE REMEDY OF PURCHASER AND THE

SOLE LIABILITY OF PerTronix WHETHER ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT

FOR NEGLIGENCE, AND IN NO EVENT WILL PerTronix BE LIABLE FOR

MONEY DAMAGES WHETHER DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL.

440 East Arrow Highway

San Dimas, CA 91773

909-599-5955

www.pertronix.com

COMMON QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Q. The engine will not start or runs rough. What is the problem?

A. Perform Power and Ground Checks. Check all connections to insure that they are

tight, and in the proper location. Check all grounds; if a distributor ground wire was

removed make sure that it was reattached properly. Make sure that the red Ignitor II

wire is supplied with a full 12 volts. The Ignitor II is designed to sense high current

levels, and shut off before damage occurs. Check all wires for shorts, correct polarity

and that the ignition coil’s primary resistance level is acceptable.

Q. . The vehicle will start, but then die. After waiting it will start again. What is wrong?

A. Perform Power and Ground Checks. The Ignitor II may have a “Low Voltage Problem.”

If the voltage supplied to the red Ignitor II wire is insufficient, the system may run for a

period of time, and then shut down as the voltage drops due to engine heat. The period

may vary from minutes to hours depending on available voltage and wiring condition. To

remedy this condition refer to steps 2-4 of the wiring instructions.

Q. How do I check for a “Low Voltage Problem” or determine if I am getting adequate

voltage?

A. Perform Power and Ground Checks. Also, to quickly test for a “Low Voltage Problem”

or for adequate voltage, remove the Ignitor II red wire from the coil positive terminal.

Attach a jumper wire from the battery positive terminal to the Ignitor II red wire. Try

to start the vehicle. If the vehicle starts with this test refer to steps 2-4 of the wiring

instructions for further information.

Q. How do I check my coil for primary resistance?

A. Remove all wires from the coil. Set the ohmmeter to the lowest scale. Attach one

lead of the meter to the positive coil terminal. Attach the other lead to the negative coil

terminal.

Q. May I modify the length of the wires?

A. Yes, you may cut the wires to any length your application requires. You may also add

lengths of wire if needed (20-gauge). Make sure that all wire splices are clean and the

connections are tight.

Q. Will the Ignitor II work with aftermarket capacitive discharge boxes?

A. Yes, the Ignitor II is compatible with most CD boxes in the same respect as points.

Use the CD box wiring instructions for point systems and treat the Ignitor II black wire

as a point wire. The Ignitor II red wire should be attached to the 12-volt power source.

Q. Will the electronic shift assist in an OMC boat work with the Ignitor II?

A. The Ignitor II will work with all OMC stern-drive applications, when our “diode fix” is

used. If you’ve purchased a kit that didn’t include the “diode fix” diagram, call our tech

line.

Q. How can I receive additional help?

A. Check our web site for current trouble shooting tips and up to date technical

information. Log on to www.pertronix.com. You may also contact our tech line at

(909-547-9058)

DISTRIBUTOR REMOVAL

1. Crank the engine until the first

cylinder in the firing order is at

TDC "Top Dead Center" on its

compression stroke. The timing

indicator should point to TDC or 0.

2. Remove the distributor cap, and

make sure that the rotor is pointing

towards the contact on the distributor

cap for the first cylinder in the firing

order.

3. Disconnect the battery negative (-)

cable.

4. Disconnect all wires and hoses attached

to the distributor.

5. Remove the distributor hold down.

6. Remove the distributor and drive shaft spring.

7. VW’s only: Verify that the distributor driveshaft slot is perpendicular

to the engine case seam. See figure A.

8. Check the original distributor for excessive wear, or potential

problems.

9. Remove the distributor hold-down clamp from the original

distributor for use with the new distributor.

DISTRIBUTOR INSTALLATION

1. Install the original distributor hold-down clamp onto the new distrib-

utor housing. The clamp should sit flat against the distributor collar.

2. Remove the Flame-Thrower distributor cap.

GENERAL INFORMATION

1. See our website (www.pertronix.com) for latest product

information. IMPORTANT: Read all instructions before starting

installation.

2. WARNING!!! DO NOT USE WITH SOLID CORE IGNITION WIRES.

3. All external resistors must be removed to achieve optimum

performance from the Ignitor II ignition system.

4. The Ignitor II is compatible with coils that have a minimum of 0.45 ohms

of primary resistance.

Figure A

VW & ALPHA ROMEO

DISTRIBUTOR

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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LIMITED WARRANTY PerTronix, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser of its products that the Ignitor II shall be free from defects in material a

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POWER & GROUND TESTSIt is imperative that the power and grounds be checked as part of the installation procedure. After installing the Ignitor mo

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