Pertronix 'Ignitor' Module Question, How does one test it's functionality? |
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Pertronix 'Ignitor' Module Question, How does one test it's functionality? |
euro911 |
Feb 25 2012, 02:20 PM
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I just purchased a new 1844 'Ignitor' module. I read the instructions and installed it in the distributor.
I attempted to test the module with a Fluke VOM to verify it provides a pulse. I get a continuous reading of .2387 meg-ohms and the value does not change when the shaft is rotated by hand (yes, magnetic trigger ring is completely seated on the cam shaft). Does the module require 12vDC to see a pulse? ... or is it possible that this module is defective out of the box? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) |
Tom |
Feb 27 2012, 10:16 AM
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I am certainly no expert, but points work just the opposite of what that test would indicate. You are basically measuring across the switch for voltage/no voltage. With the switch closed = no voltage, switch open = voltage.
When the rotor opens the points you would read voltage and that is when the coil fires. This test would indicate just the opposite.?? Tom http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&a...BkzppF8B3AYlg3A Edit: googling found this. |
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