MSD 6214 Midget DIS-2 Programmable Race Ignition Installation - Manual (Page 13)

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 13
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CHECKING FOR SPARK
1. Make sure the ignition switch is in the “Off” position.
2. Remove the coil wires from the spark plug and set
them approximately 1/2" from ground.
3. Disconnect the magnetic pickup connectors from the
ignition.
4. Turn the ignition to the On position. Do not crank the
engine.
5. With a small jumper wire, short the Violet wire
to the Green wire (Pickup Channel 1), then pull
them apart (Figure 7). This will cause a
spark to jump from the plug wires to ground. If spark
is present, the ignition is working properly. Do the same test using the Light Blue and
Light Green trigger wires (Channel 2). If there is no spark procede to step 6:
6. If there is no spark:
A. Inspect all of the wiring.
B. Substitute another coil and repeat the test. If there is now spark, the coil is at
fault.
C. If there is still no spark, check to make sure there are 12 volts on the small Red
wire from the Midget Ignition when the ignition switch is in the On position. If
12 volts are not present, find another switched 12 volt source and repeat the
test.
D. If, after following the test procedures and inspecting all of the wiring, there is
still no spark, the Midget Ignition is in need of repair. See the Warranty and
Service section for information.
MIDGET IGNITION TESTER, PN 8994
MSD also offers a Multi-Channel Ignition Tester (Fig. 8). This tool allows you to check your
complete ignition system while it is on the
vehicle as well as the operation of rpm
limits.
If you experience difficulties when installing your MSD, contact our Customer Support Depart-
ment at: (915) 855-7123 (8 - 5 Mountain time) or e-mail us at: [email protected]
Figure 7 False Triggering Channel
Figure 8 MSD Programmable Midget Ignition Tester.