MSD 44 AMP PRO MAG GENERATOR - MSD Pro-Mag.com

2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSWIRING REPAIR KITMSD offers a special kit consisting of connectors used with the Pro Mag 44. The kit, PN8124, is designed for field repairs and it is recommended to have MSD repair any majorwiring problems for a complete repair.STARTINGThe Pro Mag 44 requires about 250 rpm to fire during cranking.Block Mounted Starters: On engines equipped with block mounted starters, a 16 voltbattery is recommended. If the engine is equipped with a blower, it is required to have atleast 16 volts.Removable Blower Pulley Starters: It is recommended to have a 48 volt starter systemwhen cranking the engine by the blower pulley. On these applications, a removable jumperwire is connected across the coil terminals creating a short. Once the engine reaches therequired starting rpm, this jumper should be quickly pulled from the terminals.Warning: Never touch the coil terminals with the engine running.ACCESSORIESKILL SWITCHIt is mandatory to have an ignition kill switch on all race cars in NHRA and IHRA. MSD offersan Air Operated Kill Switch, PN 8101, for the Pro Mag 44. This switch is recommended foruse with the 44 Amp Pro Mag. It can be wired for single or dual magneto systems (Figure 3).AIR OUTLETAIR INLET44 AMP COIL44 AMP COILAIR INLETAIR MANIFOLDWELD TAB TO FRAMEFigure 3 Wiring the Air Kill Switch.AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN DR., EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344

TMINSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 3TIMING TAPEThe supplied Timing Tape should be applied tothe generator just above the stabilizer bracket orthe band clamp mount with a fabricated pointer(Figure 4). This tape will help when initially settingup the Pro Mag timing. It is recommended toalways check the timing with a timing light forcomplete accuracy.DUAL MAG STABILIZER BRACKETThis strong Bracket, PN 8118, will clamp tightlyaround two 44 Amp Pro Mag generators for addedstability.STANDARD ELECTRONICTACHOMETERSMSD offers a Magneto Tach Converter, PN 8132,that modifies the Pro Mag’s trigger signal into asignal that can be used with most electronicautomotive tachometers. A 12 volt source isrequired (Figure 5).POINTERFigure 4 Timing Tape and Pointer.TACHTACH TRIGGER WIRERED TOSWITCHED 12VVIOLETBROWN/YELLOWOTHER MAGNETOSORBROWN/ORANGEPRO MAG/VERTEXORANGEFROM PRO MAGBROWN/BLACKMAGKILLSWITCHBLACKFROMPRO MAGBLACKTO BATTERY (-)TERMINALIGNITIONPRO MAGPN 8132TACHCONVERTERAUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION1490 HENRY BRENNAN., EL PASO, TX 79936INDICATES CONNECTIONFigure 5 Wiring a Tachometer with the Tach Converter.Replacement Parts:Band Clamp, PN 8146Dunn Cross DriveStandard, PN 8107Tall, PN 8129Field Repair Wiring Kit, PN 8124Timing Tape, PN 8126Cap and Rotor Kit, PN 8119AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN DR., EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344

ServiceIn case of malfunction, this MSD component will be repaired free of charge according to the terms ofthe warranty. When returning MSD components for service, Proof of Purchase must be supplied for warrantyverification. After the warranty period has expired, repair service is charged based on a minimum andmaximum charge.Send the unit prepaid with proof of purchase to the attention of: Customer Service Department,Autotronic Controls Corporation, 12120 Esther Lama, Suite 114, El Paso, Texas 79936.When returning the unit for repair, leave all wires at the length in which you have them installed. Besure to include a detailed account of any problems experienced, and what components and accessoriesare installed on the vehicle.The repaired unit will be returned as soon as possible after receipt, COD for any charges. (Groundshipping is covered by warranty). All units are returned regular UPS unless otherwise noted. For moreinformation, call the MSD Customer Service Line (915) 855-7123. MSD technicians are available from 8:00a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday (mountain time).Limited WarrantyAutotronic Controls Corporation warrants MSD Ignition products to be free from defects in materialand workmanship under normal use and if properly installed for a period of one year from date ofpurchase. If found to be defective as mentioned above, it will be replaced or repaired if returned prepaidalong with proof of date of purchase. This shall constitute the sole remedy of the purchaser and the soleliability of Autotronic Controls Corporation. To the extent permitted by law, the foregoing is exclusiveand in lieu of all other warranties or representations whether expressed or implied, including any impliedwarranty of merchantability or fitness. In no event shall Autotronic Controls Corporation be liable forspecial or consequential damages.AUTOTRONIC CONTROLS CORPORATION • 1490 HENRY BRENNAN DR., EL PASO, TEXAS 79936 • (915) 857-5200 • FAX (915) 857-3344FRM20517 Created 11/00 Printed In U.S.A.