Pertronix 1589
PerTronix 1589 Ignitor электрондук от алдыруучу конверсия комплектинин колдонуучу колдонмосу
For Prestolite 8-Cylinder Distributors
1. Киришүү
This manual provides detailed instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of the PerTronix 1589 Ignitor Electronic Ignition Conversion Kit. This kit is designed to replace traditional mechanical points in Prestolite 8-cylinder distributors, offering enhanced performance and reliability.
The PerTronix Ignitor system converts your distributor to a reliable electronic ignition, eliminating the need for mechanical points and condensers. It delivers increased voltage to the spark plugs, which can result in improved engine efficiency, better fuel economy, and extended spark plug life. Its advanced technology uses rotating cobalt magnets paired with a Hall Effect integrated circuit, ensuring precise timing without the wear and tear of moving parts. The robust, maintenance-free design is epoxy molded, making it impervious to dirt, oil, grease, and moisture.
Негизги өзгөчөлүктөрү:
- Seamless upgrade to electronic ignition without an additional control box.
- Doubles томtage to spark plugs for enhanced horsepower and fuel economy.
- Epoxy molded construction for durability and resistance to dirt, oil, grease, and moisture.
- Provides stable, adjustment-free timing with improved accuracy over traditional points.
- Utilizes Hall Effect integrated circuit technology, eliminating moving parts and wear.
2. Орнотуу жана орнотуу
The PerTronix 1589 Ignitor is designed for straightforward installation into your existing Prestolite 8-cylinder distributor. Follow these general steps for proper setup. Always refer to your vehicle's specific service manual for distributor removal and reinstallation procedures if necessary.
2.1. Орнотууга чейинки текшерүүлөр
- Ensure the engine is cool and the ignition is off. Disconnect the battery's negative terminal.
- Verify that your distributor is a Prestolite 8-cylinder model compatible with the PerTronix 1589 kit.
- Inspect the distributor for any excessive shaft play or wear that could affect timing accuracy.
- Confirm your ignition coil is compatible. The Ignitor is compatible with most point-type ignition coils.
2.2. Компонентти идентификациялоо

1-сүрөт: PerTronix 1589 Ignitor Electronic Ignition Conversion Kit. This image displays the main components of the kit: the metal base plate with the integrated electronic module and wiring, and the black reluctor collar.

2-сүрөт: Жакын план view of the reluctor collar. This component is crucial for precise timing and must be seated correctly on the distributor shaft.
2.3. Орнотуу кадамдары
- Учурдагы компоненттерди алып салуу: Carefully remove the distributor cap, rotor, mechanical points, and condenser from the distributor. Keep any screws or clips for reassembly if applicable.
- Install Ignitor Module: Mount the PerTronix Ignitor module onto the distributor base plate, ensuring it is securely fastened. The module is designed to fit precisely where the points were located.
- Install Reluctor Collar: Slide the provided reluctor collar onto the distributor shaft. It is critical that this collar is pushed all the way down until it is firmly seated. Improper seating can lead to misfires or the engine not running on all cylinders. Apply even, firm pressure.
- Зымдарды туташтыруу:
- Connect the red wire from the Ignitor module to the positive (+) side of the ignition coil.
- Connect the black wire from the Ignitor module to the negative (-) side of the ignition coil.
- Бардык туташуулардын таза жана коопсуз экенине ынаныңыз.
- Reassemble Distributor: Reinstall the rotor and distributor cap. Ensure the cap is seated correctly and secured with its clips.
- Батареяны кайра туташтыруу: Батареянын терс терминалын кайра туташтырыңыз.
- Initial Timing Adjustment: While the Ignitor provides stable timing, an initial timing check and adjustment may be required after installation to optimize engine performance. Use a timing light to set the ignition timing according to your vehicle manufacturer's specifications.
Маанилүү эскертүү: The proper seating of the reluctor collar is paramount for correct operation. If the engine experiences misfires or runs poorly after installation, re-check the reluctor collar's position.
3. Иштөө нускамалары
Once correctly installed, the PerTronix 1589 Ignitor operates automatically, providing a consistent and powerful spark to your engine.
- Кыймылдаткычты ишке киргизүү: The electronic ignition system will provide a strong spark for reliable engine starting.
- Stable Timing: The Hall Effect integrated circuit ensures precise and stable timing across the engine's RPM range, eliminating the timing fluctuations common with mechanical points.
- Increased Spark Energy: The system delivers double the voltage to the spark plugs compared to traditional points, resulting in a more complete combustion and improved engine performance.

3-сүрөт: Comparison of Ignitor with Flame-Thrower Coil versus Typical Breaker Point Ignition energy output. This graph illustrates the significantly higher and more consistent energy delivered by the Ignitor system across various engine RPMs.
4. Техникалык тейлөө
Негизги аванстардын бириtages of the PerTronix 1589 Ignitor Electronic Ignition Conversion Kit is its maintenance-free design.
- No Points to Adjust: Unlike mechanical points, the Ignitor module does not require periodic adjustment or replacement.
- No Condenser to Replace: The electronic system eliminates the need for a condenser.
- Туруктуу курулуш: The epoxy-molded design protects the internal components from dirt, oil, grease, and moisture, ensuring long-term reliability without requiring cleaning or lubrication.
Regularly inspect the wiring connections for corrosion or damage and ensure the distributor cap and rotor are in good condition.
5. Кыйынчылыктарды
If you encounter issues after installing the PerTronix 1589 Ignitor, review the following common troubleshooting steps.
| Көйгөй | Мүмкүн себеп | Чечим |
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| Engine cranks but does not start. |
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| Кыймылдаткыч туура эмес иштейт же катуу иштейт. |
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| Engine runs, but performance is poor. |
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6. Техникалык шарттар
The following are technical specifications for the PerTronix 1589 Ignitor Electronic Ignition Conversion Kit.
| Өзгөчөлүк | Деталь |
|---|---|
| Модель номери | 1589 |
| Шайкештик | Prestolite 8-Cylinder Distributors |
| От алдыруу түрү | Electronic (Hall Effect) |
| Тtagд | Doubles томtage to spark plugs compared to points |
| Курулуш | Epoxy molded, resistant to dirt, oil, grease, moisture |
| Убакыт | Stable, adjustment-free timing (after initial setup) |
| CARB E.O. Number | D-57-22 (Legal in all 50 states and Canada) |
| Элемент Салмагы | 2.4 унция |
| Продукциянын өлчөмдөрү | 6.13 x 4.75 x 1.5 дюйм |

4-сүрөт: Electronic Ignition Conversions Feature Comparison. This table highlights the features of the Ignitor (Model 1589), Ignitor II, and Ignitor III systems, showing that the Ignitor (Model 1589) fits entirely within the distributor, offers stable timing, is epoxy molded, uses a Hall Effect circuit, and is CARB legal.
7. Кепилдик жана колдоо
The PerTronix 1589 Ignitor Electronic Ignition Conversion Kit typically comes with a limited warranty.
- Кепилдик мөөнөтү: A 30-month limited warranty is generally offered for this product. Please refer to the product packaging or the official PerTronix webакыркы жана толук кепилдик маалымат үчүн сайт.
- Доо процесси: For warranty claims or technical support, please contact PerTronix directly through their official website or customer service channels. Provide your product model number (1589) and proof of purchase.
For further assistance or specific technical questions, it is recommended to visit the official PerTronix website or consult with a certified automotive technician.
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