PerTronix Ignitor 1183 - Manual (Page 2)

FIGURE C FIGURE D
Figure E
Distributor shafts with raised step above
point cam require that spacer ring to
be installed with the step portion of the
spacer ring facing up.
Figure F
Distributor shafts without a raised step
above point cam require that spacer
ring to be installed with the step
portion of the spacer ring facing down.
Raised Step
2. Dual Point Distributors only:
•
Install the Ignitor adapter plate over the point pivot pin and over the eccentric screw (point adjustment
screw), rotate eccentric screw if necessary to properly align adapter plate to screw hole on breaker plate.
• Clockwise distributors see figure C.
• Counter Clockwise distributors see figure D.
• Use the provided screw to hold the plate in place.
• Install the Ignitor module onto the adapter plate. Use the provided screws to hold the module in place. Do
not over tighten.
• Vacuum advance distributors only: If the distributor ground wire was removed during the installation process
be sure it is re-attached securely.
NOTE: If the ground wire is missing, one needs to be installed and attached
from the point breaker plate to the distributor housing.
3. Feed the two terminal ends of the wire through the hole in the distributor housing. Pull the grommet into
place.
4. Adjust the wire length inside the distributor so that it does not interfere with moving parts.
5. Place the magnet sleeve over the distributor shaft, and onto point cam. Press down firmly to insure magnet
sleeve is fully seated.
6. Air gap between module and magnet sleeve is not adjustable.
7. Look at figure E & F to determine the proper installation for the spacer ring.
8. Re-install the rotor and the distributor cap. Make sure all spark plug wires are securely attached.
9. See wiring instructions.
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