Trouble
Shooting.
If your AccuSpark Ignition appears not to work
before returning , there are a number of checks you can make
Check that the rotor and
trigger ring have been fitted , It is often the case that 1 or both
is forgotten
The largest reason for
failure is incorrectly fitted or faulty coils , especially in cars that
have had there polarity changed from Positive to Negative earth .
When points are fitted
a coil will work both ways round. It is often overlooked to reverse
the coil when converting to Negative Earth . To look at the + and -
markings on the coil is not sufficiant .
With all wires removed
and ignition on ,the original ignition wires that will be connected
to live should be tested with a test bulb or voltmeter and should show
current , the wire to the - negative side should show no current . If
this is the case connect wires .
If you have a Volt meter
check Ohms reading across the two spade terminals with all wires disconnected
. Standard ignition should show 3 Ohms and a Ballast ignition 1.5 ohms
. The AccuSpark will need a reading of not less than 1.4 Ohms to function
. Note Points ignition will still function with failing coil with a
low reading .
With all wires connected
remove number one HT lead , hold end of lead 3mm from engine block and
crank engine. If sparking occurs then fault lies with ignition timing
or firing order .
If no spark remove centre
HT lead carry out same procedure . If HT lead sparks fault lies with
rotor or cap .
If no spark ensure red
wire from Accuspark is not connected to a reduced voltage wire source
. Connect temporarily to a direct 12 volt source from fuse box or battery
.
Check if fitted ,that the
earth on the distributor base plate is in good condition .Check Ohms
resistance from Module fixing screw to car body . If a poor earth is
suspected then to ensure the AccuSpark Module is receiving a proper
earth run a wire from module fixing screw out of distributor with other
wires to a good earth .
If you are still unable
to get your AccuSpark to function please contact www.AccuSpark.nl for testing or full
refund
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