General Information
ABOUT THE TIMING LIGHT
This timing light is designed for use with all 12-volt negative-ground vehicles. The timing light may
also be used on vehicles equipped with DIS (distributorless ignition systems).
Operating Controls and Indicators — General (see Figure 1)
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Xenon Bulb — Used to illuminate timing marks for checking timing.
2.
Swiveling Head — Contains the xenon bulb. Rotates over approximately 70° to allow for easy
illumination of timing marks in hard to reach locations.
3.
Control Panel — Contains the controls and indicators necessary to operate the timing light.
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Inductive Pickup Leads — Detachable leads assembly connects timing light to the battery and
ignition system:
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Red Battery Clip — Connects to battery positive (+) terminal.
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Black Battery Clip — Connects to battery negative (-) terminal or bare metal chassis
ground.
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Inductive Pickup Clip — Clamps around No. 1 spark plug cable.
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Green DWELL Clip — Connects to the negative (tach) side of the ignition coil.
Control Panel Controls and Indicators (see Figure 2)
1.
Flash Switch — Push to turn strobe light on. Push again to turn strobe light off.
2.
LCD Display — Provides a digital display of engine operating parameters including engine
speed (rpm), advance (degrees), dwell angle (degrees), and battery and charging system
voltage. Displayed information depends on operating mode selected. LCD display is backlit in
soft blue light for easy viewing in low-light areas.
3.
Function (F) Switch — Selects timing light operating mode (voltage/rpm, advance or dwell).
4.
RPM Indicator — Displays when 2-cycle (DIS) or 4-cycle rpm mode is selected.
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Figure 1. Operating Controls and Indicators
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