PerTronix Ignitor II 9MR-162 - Manual

440 E. Arrow Highway, San Dimas, CA. 91773
909-599-5955 www.pertronix.com
LIMITED WARRANTY
Pertronix, Inc. Warrants to the original Purchaser of its solid-state ignition system
(product) that the Ignitor, magnet assembly and wiring (components) 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.
12-VOLT NEGATIVE GROUND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR PART NUMBERS: 9MR-162
GENERAL INFORMATION
1. IMPORTANT: Read all instructions before starting installation.
2. DO NOT USE WITH SOLID CORE SPARK PLUG WIRES.
3. The Ignitor II ignition can be used in conjunction with most ignition coils rated at
0.45 ohms or greater.
4. All external resistors must be removed to achieve optimum performance from the
Ignitor II ignition system.
5. The Ignitor II is compatible as a trigger for most electronic boxes.
DISASSEMBLY
1. PRIOR TO INSTALLATION TURN IGNITION SWITCH OFF OR
DISCONNECT THE BATTERY
2. Disconnect the point wires from the negative (-) terminal of the Ignition coils.
3. Remove the distributor cap. Do not disconnect spark plug wires. Examine cap for
wear or damage. Replace as needed.
4. Remove the screw that retains the distributor rotor. Note position of the rotor.
The red dot on the rotor and the dot on the distributor shaft should be aligned.
Remove the rotor.
5. Remove the three screws that hold the bearing support to the distributor housing.
Remove the bearing support and bearing.
6. Remove the points, condensers, and the grommets from the distributor. If
present, remove the point lubricating felt and bracket.
7. Remove the snap ring from the top of the point cam.
8. Clean the base of the distributor housing and distributor cam.
IGNITOR INSTALLATION
1. Place the Ignitor II adapter plate into the distributor housing. Align the notches
in the plate with the distributor. Make sure the “A” and “B” stamped into the plate
align with the corresponding marks in the distributor housing and the wire exits.
2. Use the provided screws to tighten the plate in place.
3. Install each module onto the adapter plate studs. Use the provided lock washers
and nuts to tighten the modules in place.
4. Insert wires from each module into the wire exit holes in the distributor housing.
Pull the rubber grommets into place and gently pull the excess wire out of the
distributor. Make sure wires do not interfere with any moving parts.
5. Install magnet sleeve over the distributor shaft, onto point cam. Rotate the sleeve
until a slight locating position is felt before applying pressure. Press down firmly
insuring sleeve is fully seated.
6. Module and magnet sleeve air gap is not adjustable.