PerTronix Ignitor 1183P6 - Manual (Page 3)

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The Ignitor can also be installed in applications retaining the ballast
resistor. NOTE: Too much resistance in the circuit will cause poor
engine performance or no start condition.
1. See figure B for wiring diagram.
2. Remove the ignition switch wire from the negative coil terminal.
3. Connect the black Ignitor wire directly to the ignition switch wire.
4. Connect the Ignitor black/white wire to negative (-) side of the ignition
coil.
5. Connect an insulated, AWG 20 copper stranded wire
from the positive coil terminal to one side of the
ballast resistor. Connect an insulated, AWG 20 copper
stranded wire from the ballast resistor to the positive
battery terminal or chassis. Note: This wire is not
included in the kit.
6. Make sure all wires are connected correctly, and reconnect battery.
7. The engine can now be started. Let the engine run for a few minutes
and then set the timing in the conventional manner.
8. Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature.
Check ignition timing, and adjust to the desired setting.
The Ignitor ignition can be used in conjunction with most ignition coils rated at 0.6 ohms of primary resistance on eight cylinder
engines and 1.5 ohms on four and six cylinder engines. For optimum performance purchase and install the recommended
Flamethrower high performance coil.
Many vehicles came equipped with ballast resistor or resistance wire. To achieve optimum performance from the Ignitor ignition
system, we recommend the removal of these components. See last page for coil recommendations.
1. See figure A for wiring diagram.
2. Remove the ignition switch wire from the negative coil terminal.
3. Connect the black Ignitor wire directly to the ignition switch wire.
4. Connect the Ignitor black/white wire to negative (-) side of the ignition coil.
5. Connect an insulated, AWG 20 copper stranded wire from the positive coil terminal to the positive battery or chassis. Note: This wire
is not included in the kit.
6. Make sure all wires are connected correctly, and reconnect battery.
7. The engine can now be started. Let the engine run for a few minutes and then set the timing in the conventional manner.
8. Start the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature. Check ignition timing, and adjust to the desired setting.
(FIGURE A)
A. Recommended Wiring Installation:
B. Alternative Wiring Installation:
(FIGURE B)
Ballast Resistor
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