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.
VW & ALPHA ROMEO
DISTRIBUTOR
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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 star ts 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)
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 Per tronix 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.
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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.
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 distributor housing. The clamp should sit flat against the distributor collar.
2. Remove the Flame-Thrower distributor cap.
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Figure A
3. Turn the distributor drive tang so that it lines up with the distributor
drivshaft slot.
4. Install the distributor driveshaft spring.
5. Set the distributor into the engine. The distributor hold-down should
sit completely flat on engine block.
6. Place the distributor cap onto the housing.
7. Turn the housing so that the terminal, that represents the first
cylinder in the firing order, lines up with the rotor contact terminal.
8. Tighten the hold down and slightly tighten the distributor clamp.
Once the ignition timing is adjusted the distributor clamp should be
tightened completely. Note: Hold down clamp must be free of paint
and corrosion, this will insure that a proper ground is made to the
engine block.
9. Clip down the distributor cap and install the spark plug wires in the
proper firing order. Beginning with the number one cylinder move
clockwise 1 - 4 - 3 - 2. WARNING!!! DO NOT USE WITH SOLID CORE
SPARK PLUG WIRES OR COIL WIRE.
NON VACUUM ADVANCE DISTRIBUTOR
10. Locate and remove the vacuum hose that was previously attached
to the vacuum advance canister. Plug off the vacuum port.
VACUUM ADVANCE DISTRIBUTOR
11. Locate and temporarily plug the end of the vacuum hose that
was previously attached to the vacuum advance canister. After
setting initial timing the hose will be unplugged and attached to the
vacuum advance on the distributor.
FINAL ADJUSTMENTS
1. Start the engine and set the initial timing.
2. Tighten the distributor clamp.
WIRING
The Flame-Thrower distributor can be used in conjunction with most
Ignition coils rated at 0.45 ohms or greater. For optimum perfor mance
purchase and install a 0.6 ohm Flame-Thrower II coil or 0.45 ohm HV high
performance coil.
1. Determine the proper wire length, and attach the provided terminals. (Use a designated wire crimping tool to achieve an
adequate connection)
2. Attach the Red wire to the coil positive terminal or a 12-volt ignition source. Note: Original ignition wire must be connected to the
(+) positive side of the Ignition coil.
3. Attach the Black wire to the coil negative terminal.
4. Check to insure correct polarity and that all connections are tight.
5. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
FINAL ADJUSTMENTS
POWER & GROUND TESTS
It is imperative that the power and grounds be checked as part of the installation
procedure. After installing the Ignitor module and the distributor and with the
distributor in the engine, use a digital multi-meter to measure the resistance from
the aluminum plate holding the module to battery (-), the net resistance must be
less than 0.2 ohms. (Set meter to lowest ohms setting). The net resistance is the
meter reading minus the resistance of the meter leads. If the net resistance is
greater than 0.2 ohms, the source of the faulty ground must be found and fixed.
Usually the source of the bad ground is easily found by holding one probe on an
original location and moving the second probe toward the static probe. Where the
resistance drops identifies the source.
Maximum resistance from Ignitor plate to battery negative terminal. 0.2 ohms
EXAMPLE:
Resistance from Ignitor plate to battery negative (-) terminal. 0.4 ohms
Resistance of meter leads 0.2 ohms
After subtracting meter lead resistance, your net resistance is: 0.2 ohms
VOLTAGE TEST
1. (Do not disconnect wires from Ignition coil). Place ignition switch in the “off” position.
2. Connect a jumper wire from negative (-) terminal of the coil to a good engine
ground.
3.Connect the voltmeter red lead to the positive (+) terminal of the coil and the black
lead to a good engine ground.
4.Turn the ignition switch to the “on” position and note voltage reading on the voltmeter. Quickly read the voltage and turn ignition “OFF”. Leaving ignition “ON” for an
extended period could result in permanent damage to the Ignitor.
5. SEE CHART BELOW FOR SPECIFICATIONS.
Note: Low voltage can be caused by poor connections, poor contacts in the
ignition switch, ballast resistor, and or a resistance wire in the wiring harness
(Factory Installed).
1. Plug vacuum port to vacuum advance canister before setting initial
timing.
2. Start the engine and set the initial timing.
3. Tighten the distributor hold down clamp.
4. Connect the vacuum hose to the vacuum advance canister.
Minimum Maximum
Ignition Switch “ON” 8.0V N/A
Cranking 8.0V N/A
Engine Running N/A 16.0V
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