PerTronix Flame-Thrower Cast Distributors D182604 - Manual

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 OR
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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