PerTronix Ignitor II 9SV-142 User Manual
PerTronix For the car

440 E. Arrow Highway, San Dimas, CA. 91773
909-599-5955
www.pertronix.com
LIMITED WARRANTY
Pertronix, Inc. Warrants to the original Purchaser of its solid-state ignition system (product) that the
Ignitor, magnet assembly and wiring (components) 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
OR FOR NEGLIGENCE, AND IN NO EVENT WILL PerTronix BE LIABLE FOR MONEY DAMAGES WHETHER
DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL.
12-VOLT NEGATIVE GROUND INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL INFORMATION
1. See our website (www.pertronix.com) for the latest product information.
2. IMPORTANT: Read all instructions before starting installation.
3. WARNING!!! DO NOT USE WITH SOLID CORE IGNITION WIRES.
4. The Ignitor II ignition can be used in conjunction with most ignition coils rated at 0.45 ohms or
greater.
5. All external resistors must be removed to achieve optimum performance from the Ignitor II ignition
system.
6. The Ignitor II is compatible as a trigger for most electronic boxes.
IGNITOR INSTALLATION
For Part Numbers: 9SV-142
1. PRIOR TO INSTALLATION TURN IGNITION SWITCH OFF OR DISCONNECT THE
BATTERY.
2. Remove distributor cap and rotor from distributor. Do not disconnect spark plug wires
from cap.
3. Examine cap and rotor for wear or damage. Replace as needed.
4. Remove the screws retaining the breaker plate and remove the complete breaker plate
assembly from the distributor housing.
5. The Ignitor does not require any modification to the distributor. Therefore the points,
condenser and hardware can be used as backup.
6. Clean all dirt and excess oil from the breaker plate and point cam.
IGNITOR II INSTALLATION
7. Install the Ignitor II plate into the distributor housing.
Fasten the Ignitor plate into place
using the original screws.
8. Insert wires through hole in the distributor housing and pull wire grommet into place.
CAUTION: Care must be taken to insure wires do not interfere with moving parts.
9. Install magnet sleeve over distributor shaft, onto point cam. Rotate sleeve until a slight
locating position is felt before applying pressure. With magnet sleeve lined up on point
cam, press down firmly insuring sleeve is fully seated.
10. Install distributor rotor and cap. Make sure all spark plug wires are securely attached.
Warning!
DO NOT USE WITH SOLID CORE SPARK PLUG WIRES.
11. See wiring Instructions.