SECTION 4.

10
IGNITION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

IGNITION MAINTENANCE Do not pull on the spark

plug cables to remove
SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE -- NON-CSA the spark plug connectors. Pulling on the cable may
Spark Plug Removal -- NON-CSA loosen or detach the terminal connection within the
Teflon tube. Disregarding this information could
1. Detach the spark plug cable from the cable clip result in product damage and/or personal injury.
mounted on the rocker arm cover. Remove the rubber
boot from the coil terminal connection (see 3. Holding onto the Teflon tube, remove the spark plug
Figure 4.10-1). Remove the spark plug cable from the connector from the spark plug terminal nut.
ignition coil.
4. Refer to Table 4.10-2 and select the proper spark
2. Pull back the rubber recess cover from the spark plug plug tools. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder
well on G and GSI engines or the spark plug carrier bore head or spark plug carrier bore.
on GL models.
Table 4.10-1. Spark Plug Troubleshooting
FIRING TIP APPEARANCE CONDITION REMEDY
Light casting of whitish ash,
uniformly deposited Normal with medium to high ash lube oils No change; reflects a healthy operating cylinder

High oil consumption Change engine lube oil type

Excessive ash buildup
p Wrong lube oil; ash content too high
Black oil fouling deposits
Gap bridging
Carbon fouling
g Engine too lightly loaded
Electrode burning
Wear on side electrodes
Aluminum contamination
Bright blue or green deposits
Change engine lube oil type
Poor oil control around valve guides and piston rings Inspect and replace worn parts as necessary
Poor oil control around valve guides and piston rings Replace worn parts as necessary
Engine too lightly loaded Adjust engine load
Add fuel filter
Contaminated or “dirty” fuel gas
Use more “open” electrode type plug
Spark plug firing tip temperature too low Change plug heat range
Adjust engine load
High oil consumption Inspect and replace worn parts as necessary
Spark plug firing tip temperature too high Change plug heat range
Reverse polarity Reverse ignition coil wiring
Inspect piston crowns with borescope; replace
worn parts as necessary
Engine operated with severe detonation resulting in
p
piston g
damage Check ignition timing, fuel gas octane
Reduce engine load
Oxide of cobalt fouling from burning of Stelliteâ metal
on valves and seats Replace valves and seats

NOTE: 1. If any of the above conditions exist, be sure to correct the cause before installing new spark plugs.
2. “Stelliteâ is a registered trademark of Stoody Deloro Stellite, Inc.”

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Spark Plug Inspection

SPARK PLUG CABLE
CABLE CLIP Inspect the condition of the spark plugs, paying particu-
lar attention to the firing tip. Spark plugs often yield
visual clues to abnormal conditions existing in the
COIL engine’s power cylinders. Your observations also can be
TERMINAL
BOOT used as a guide in establishing the proper service
interval. See Table 4.10-1.
Spark Plug Installation -- Non-CSA

13/16 inch reach spark

plugs must be used with
IGNITION 13/16 inch reach carriers, and 1/2 inch reach spark
COIL plugs must be used with 1/2 inch reach carriers.
Mixing carrier and spark plug components will
RUBBER
RECESS cause damage to equipment and/or personal injury.
COVER
1. Obtain a set of new spark plugs (see Table 1.15-4
and Table 1.15-5). On GL models verify which size
carrier is present and use the correct size spark plug,
see CAUTION above and Figure 4.10-2. On G and GSI
models select the 1/2 inch reach spark plug desired.

The spark plug gasket

must be properly seated
TEFLON to seal the combustion chamber and transfer heat
SPARK PLUG
CONNECTOR from the plug. Disregarding this information could
result in product damage and/or personal injury.

SPARK
PLUG
BOOT SPARK PLUG
CARRIER

TERMINAL AN UNMARKED WAUKESHA

NUT SPARK PLUG CARRIER
INDICATES 1/2 INCH REACH

SPARK
PLUG
METAL STAMP P/N

STEEL
GASKET

METAL STAMP SPARK

Figure 4.10-1. Install Spark Plug/Connections PLUG REACH
P/N 211357H Extension METAL STAMP P/N

Table 4.10-2. Spark Plug Tools

TOOL P/N TOOL DESCRIPTION
Spark Plug Socket/Ext. (1 inch socket with
167164D 10 inch extension, for Shielded, CSA w/ F.M.
coils) METAL STAMP SPARK
Spark Plug Socket (NEW) (7/8 inch Socket PLUG REACH
475037 15-1/2 inch long w/rubber O-ring insert)
Figure 4.10-2. Spark Plug Carriers

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2. Install the steel gasket on the spark plug
(see Figure 4.10-1). Use only new steel gaskets. Verify
that the gasket is flat against the gasket seat.
3. Install the terminal nut.
4. Refer to Table 1.15-4 and Table 1.15-5 and set the
spark plug gap.
The presence of oil or
grease on the ceramic
insulator of the spark plug can cause flashover.
Flashover, a condition where the spark fails to jump
the gap because of an easier path to ground, results
in misfire. Disregarding this information could
result in product damage and/or personal injury.
When using Actrel â
3338L for cleaning, al-
ways wear rubber gloves to prevent the cleaner
from touching the hands as burning may occur.
Always read and comply with safety labels on all
containers. Do not remove or deface the container
labels. Improper handling or misuse could result in
severe personal injury or death.
5. Verify that the spark plug is clean. If necessary, use a
dielectric solvent to remove any grease or oily finger-
prints. Waukesha Engine Service Operations recom-
mends the use of Actrelâ 3338L dielectric solvent
manufactured by Exxon Corp. and distributed by
Safety-Kleen Corp. (800-669-5750) to clean the con-
nectors.
6. Apply a light coat of KRYTOXâ GPL-206
(P/N 489341) grease (or equivalent) on OD of the spark
plug ceramic insulator on the portion of the ceramic
insulator that will contact the spark plug extension
assembly (see Figure 4.10-3).
APPLY KRYTOXâ GPL-206
GREASE OR EQUIVALENT
Figure 4.10-3. Apply KRYTOXâ GPL-206 Grease
FORM 6277 Second Edition
IGNITION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Do not use oil or anti-
seize compound on the
spark plug threads. The spark plug may be overtor-
qued if oiled. Over-torquing distorts the spark plug
and may crack the ceramic construction. Anti-seize
compound may foul the firing tip, resulting in a plug
shorted to ground. Disregarding this information
could result in product damage and/or personal
injury.
By missing the threaded
hole in the spark plug
carrier bore, the spark plug gap may be inadvertent-
ly closed or altered. Exercise caution to avoid
bumping the electrodes into the spark plug carrier
counterbore. Disregarding this information could
result in product damage and/or personal injury
7. Torque the spark plug to 40 -- 45 ft-lb (54 -- 61 N×m) dry.
NOTE: The rubber recess cover keeps dirt and debris
out of the spark plug well and functions as a rain shield
for those engines that are outside. Any accumulation of
rain water in the spark plug well can short out the spark
plug, resulting in a misfire or a stalled engine. Before
installing VHP spark plug recess covers (see
Figure 4.10-4), check to be sure that the rubber vent
caps are opened. If the rubber vent caps are not opened,
the spark plug recess covers and spark plug extensions,
may pop off the spark plugs due to pressure build up.
8. The rubber vent cap is pre-cut at the factory, but
needs to be pulled back initially, to insure proper
operation. About half of the rubber vent cap circumfer-
ence is cut, the remaining half acts as a rubber hinge.
Figure 4.10-4. VHP Spark Plug Recess Cover
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IGNITION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

9. Using your thumb, gently pull the rubber vent cap
towards the center hole of the spark plug recess cover
until the vent hole is exposed (see Figure 4.10-5).
Release the vent cap. The cap should close.
SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE -- CSA
Spark Plug Removal -- CSA (G, GSI)
1. Disconnect the spark plug cable from the coil
(see Figure 4.10-6).

RUBBER
VENT CAP

CONNECTOR
CABLE

SPARK PLUG
ADAPTER
COIL
Figure 4.10-5. VHP Spark Plug Recess Cover Vent Cap

10. During normal operation, pressures generated in

the spark plug recess will vent through the vent hole in
the spark plug recess cover. During venting of pressure, RUBBER RECESS
COVER
the upper half of the rubber vent cap will pop up and then
return to the closed position

NOTE: If the rubber vent cap is torn off, the spark plug
recess cover should be replaced when it is to be used in
outdoor environments.
11. Install the spark plug recess cover on the spark plug
connector assembly.
Figure 4.10-6. CSA Spark Adapter And Coil -- G, GSI
2. Remove the rubber recess cover from the bottom of
the spark plug recess. The recess cover is cut on one
side to allow the recess cover to be removed from the
spark plug adapter.

NOTE: The rubber spark plug boots must be installed
on the P/N 211357H spark plug extensions. These boots
prevent flashover from the spark plug insulators.
NOTE: Krytoxâ GPL-206 (P/N 489341) is a higher
temperature fluorinated grease.
3. Remove the coil, spark plug adapter, and spark plug
from the cylinder head (see Figure 4.10-7).
COIL

12. On P/N 211357H connector assemblies, lightly coat

the inside surface of the spark plug boot on the
connector with a high performance fluorinated grease
such as Krytoxâ GPL-206 (P/N 489341) or equivalent.
Install the spark plug connector assembly to spark plug
(see Figure 4.10-1).

13. Attach the spark plug cable to the ignition coil. Make SPARK PLUG
sure that the cable terminal connection bottoms out in ADAPTER
the coil contact well. Fit the rubber boot over the coil SPARK PLUG
terminal connection. On P/N 211357H extensions, en-
sure the rubber boot is fitted over the upper end of the
Figure 4.10-7. CSA Spark Adapter And Coil -- G, GSI
spark plug extension. Secure the cable by snapping it
into the cable clip mounted on the rocker arm cover.

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Spark Plug Installation -- CSA (G, GSI)
The spark plug gasket
must be properly seated
to seal the combustion chamber and transfer heat
from the plug. Disregarding this information could
result in product damage and/or personal injury.
1. Install the steel gasket on the spark plug (see
Figure 4.10-8). Use only new steel gaskets. Verify that
the gasket is flat against the gasket seat (see
Figure 4.10-8).
STEEL
GASKETS
Figure 4.10-8. CSA Spark Plug -- G, GSI
2. Refer to Table 1.15-4 in Section 1.15 General
Information and set the spark plug gap.
The presence of oil or
grease on the ceramic
insulator of the spark plug can cause flashover.
Flashover, a condition where the spark fails to jump
the gap because of an easier path to ground, results
in misfire. Disregarding this information could
result in product damage and/or personal injury
When using Actrel â
3338L for cleaning, al-
ways wear rubber gloves to prevent the cleaner
from touching the hands as burning may occur.
Always read and comply with safety labels on all
containers. Do not remove or deface the container
labels. Improper handling or misuse could result in
severe personal injury or death.
3. Verify that the spark plug is clean. If necessary, use a
dielectric solvent to remove any grease or oily finger-
prints. Waukesha Engine Service Operations recom-
FORM 6277 Second Edition
IGNITION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
mends the use of Actrelâ 3338L dielectric solvent
manufactured by Exxon Corp. and distributed by
Safety-Kleen Corp. (800-669-5750) to clean the con-
nectors.
Do not use oil or anti-
seize compound on the
spark plug threads. The spark plug may be overtor-
qued if oiled. Over-torquing distorts the spark plug
and may crack the ceramic construction. Anti-seize
compound may foul the firing tip, resulting in a plug
shorted to ground. Disregarding this information
could result in product damage and/or personal
injury
4. Install the spark plug in the spark plug bore. Torque the
spark plug to 40 -- 45 ft-lb (54 -- 61 N×m) dry.
By missing the threaded
hole in the spark plug
carrier bore, the spark plug gap may be inadvertent-
ly closed or altered. Exercise caution to avoid
bumping the electrodes into the spark plug carrier
counterbore. Disregarding this information could
result in product damage and/or personal injury
5. Install the spark plug adapter, and coil on the spark
plug and hand tighten components (see Figure 4.10-6).
6. Refer to Spark Plug Installation -- Non CSA in this
section (see Figure 4.10-4), and install the rubber
recess cover around the spark plug adaptor and press it
firmly into place in the cylinder head spark plug recess.
7. Connect the spark plug cable to the coil (see
Figure 4.10-6).
Spark Plug Removal -- CSA (GL)
(13/16 Inch Current Production)
NOTE: Previous production CSA GL models used a
“long” coil P/N 69694D, mounted directly to a shielded
1/2 in. spark plug. This configuration is used with the
previous 1/2 in. shorter spark plug carriers. See
Table 1.15-4 in Section 1.15 General Information for
previous components. See Spark Plug Removal/Instal-
lation -- CSA (G, GSI) in this section for similar
procedures. Conversion Kits are available update to the
new configuration shown in Figure 4.10-9.
Do not pull on the spark
plug cables to remove
the spark plug connectors. Pulling on the cable may
loosen or detach the terminal connection within the
Teflon tube.
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IGNITION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

1. Disconnect the spark plug connector from the coil.
2. Remove three capscrews, lock washers and coil
from the coil adapter.
3. Remove four capscrews, washers and coil adapter
from the spark plug carrier.
4. Remove spark plug extension and the spark plug
from the spark plug carrier (see Figure 4.10-9).
The spark plug gasket
must be properly seated
to seal the combustion chamber and transfer heat
from the plug. Disregarding this information could
result in product damage and/or personal injury.
2. Install the steel gasket on the spark plug. Use only
new steel gaskets. Verify that the gasket is flat against
the gasket seat.

3. Install the terminal nut.

SPARK PLUG 4. Refer to Table 1.15-5 in Section 1.15 General

CONNECTOR
Information and set the spark plug gap.

The presence of oil or

COIL grease on the ceramic
insulator of the spark plug can cause flashover.
SPARK PLUG Flashover, a condition where the spark fails to jump
O-RING EXTENSION the gap because of an easier path to ground, results
in misfire. Disregarding this information could
result in product damage and/or personal injury

SPARK PLUG When using Actrel â

3338L for cleaning, al-
COIL ways wear rubber gloves to prevent the cleaner
ADAPTER
from touching the hands as burning may occur.

SPARK PLUG
CARRIER
Always read and comply with safety labels on all
containers. Do not remove or deface the container
labels. Improper handling or misuse could result in
severe personal injury or death.
Figure 4.10-9. CSA GL Spark Plug Extension And Coil
Assembly
5. Verify that the spark plug is clean. If necessary, use a
dielectric solvent to remove any grease or oily finger-
Spark Plug Installation -- CSA (GL) prints. Waukesha Engine Service Operations recom-
(13/16 Inch Current Production) mends the use of Actrelâ 3338L dielectric solvent
manufactured by Exxon Corp. and distributed by
13/16 inch reach spark Safety-Kleen Corp. (800-669-5750) to clean the con-
plugs must be used with nectors.
13/16 inch reach carriers, and 1/2 inch reach spark
plugs must be used with 1/2 inch reach carriers. NOTE: Krytoxâ GPL-206 (P/N 489341) is a higher
Mixing carrier and spark plug components will temperature fluorinated grease.
cause damage to equipment and/or personal injury.
1. Obtain a set of new spark plugs (see Table 1.15-5 in
Section 1.15 General Information). Always use the
correct size spark plug, see CAUTION above and
Figure 4.10-2.

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6. Apply a light coat of Krytoxâ GPL-206 (P/N 489341)
grease (or equivalent) on OD of the spark plug ceramic
insulator on the portion of the ceramic insulator that will
contact the spark plug extension assembly (see
Figure 4.10-10).
APPLY KRYTOXâGPL-206
GREASE OR EQUIVALENT
Figure 4.10-10. Apply KRYTOXâ GPL-206 Grease
7. Install spark plug in the spark plug carrier with spark
plug tool P/N 475037.
By missing the threaded
hole in the spark plug
carrier bore, the spark plug gap may be inadvertent-
ly closed or altered. Exercise caution to avoid
bumping the electrodes into the spark plug carrier
counterbore.
BOOT CONNECTOR
Figure 4.10-11. Spark Plug Extension
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8. Torque spark plug to 40 -- 45 ft-lb (54 -- 61 N×m) dry.
9. Lightly coat the inside surface of the spark plug boot
on the connector with KRYTOXâ GPL-206
(P/N 489341) (or equivalent) Install spark plug exten-
sion assembly to spark plug (see Figure 4.10-11).
10. Install the coil adapter on the spark plug carrier with
four capscrews and washers. Torque capscrews to
6 -- 7 ft-lb (8.1 -- 9.5 N×m) oiled.
11. Apply a small amount of Krytoxâ GPL-206
(P/N 489341) (or equivalent) to the small silicone
O-ring on the coil end of spark plug extension (see
Figure 4.10-11).
12. Install the new O-ring P/N 292843 on the nose of the
coil (see Figure 4.10-9).
13. Install the coil on the coil adapter with O-ring, three
capscrews and lock washers. Torque capscrews to
11 -- 13 ft-lb (14.9 -- 17.6 N×m) oiled.
14. Connect the shielded primary cable to the coil (see
Figure 4.10-9).
O-RING
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IGNITION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

TIMING ADJUSTMENT -- DYNAMIC (MAGNETO) 4. Turn up the timing pointer cover on the upper right
side of the rear flywheel housing (see Figure 4.10-13).
Overly advanced ignition
timing can result in deto- 5. Align the beam of the timing light with the timing
nation which may severely damage pistons and pointer. The timing light will flash at the instant the spark
rings. Retarded timing will result in loss of power occurs, making the tape on the rim of the flywheel visible
and poor fuel economy. Disregarding this informa- (see Figure 4.10-15).
tion could result in product damage.
REAR FLYWHEEL FRONT
HOUSING FLYWHEEL
Be sure all engine con- HOUSING
nections are completed
properly before engine startup. Follow all startup
procedures. Check that all engine openings are
properly closed and that all tools are removed from
the engine. Disregarding this information could
result in product damage.
POINTER
COVER
Detonation is not allowed
at any time during engine TIMING POINTER
operation regardless of the specified timing. If
detonation occurs at the specified timing, a timing Figure 4.10-13. Timing Pointer -- Rear Right
adjustment must be made to retard the ignition NOTE: The magneto flange has slots to allow the
timing until NO audible detonation exists. Engine magneto to be rotated slightly once the capscrew hex
damage may result if detonation occurs. nuts are loosened.

NOTE: This task applies to magnetos that have already
been installed and static timed by a Waukesha Certified
Technician. Call a Waukesha Certified Technician for
the installation and static timing of magnetos.
1. Refer to the engine nameplate for the engine timing
value (see Figure 4.10-12).
6. If required, readjust the timing by loosening the
magneto’s flange bolts just enough to allow the magneto
to rotate (see Figure 4.10-14). Rotate the magneto
slightly until the correct timing mark is aligned with the
timing pointer.
SLOTTED
FLANGE

MAGNETO
ADAPTER

MAGNETO MAGNETO DRIVE

Figure 4.10-14. Magneto/Magneto Adapter Flange

Figure 4.10-12. Typical Nameplate Location -- 7. Snug the flange capscrew hex nuts (see
12 Cylinder Shown Figure 4.10-14).

2. Start the engine and run at rated speed (with or 8. Check the timing again with the timing light.
without load).
9. If the timing is not correct, repeat Steps 6 through 8.
3. Connect a stroboscopic type timing light to the
10. Alternately wrench tighten the hex nuts on the two
ignition cable of the #1R cylinder.
magneto/magneto adapter flange capscrews.

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#1 RB
TDC

NOTE: Six Cylinder engines “TDC” of the timing tape is

aligned with the “TDC” stamped on the flywheel. For 12
and 16 Cylinder engines, “TDC” of the timing tape is
aligned with the “#1 RB TDC” stamped on the flywheel.
In all cases the White side of the tape is BTDC and the
red side of the tape is ATDC.

#1 RB #1 RB
TDC TDC TDC

6 CYLINDER
ROTAT ION

REAR OF
ENGINE
DIRECTION OF NORMAL
ENGINE ROTATION

12 CYLINDER 16 CYLINDER

Figure 4.10-15. Timing Tapes

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CEC IGNITION MODULE TIMING ADJUSTMENT -- NOTE: The outside temperature of IM casing should
DYNAMIC not exceed 150° F (65° C) in operation.
NOTE: This task applies to CEC have already been 1. Check the engine’s nameplate (see Figure 4.10-12)
installed and static timed by a Waukesha Certified to determine the exact timing (or most advanced) of the
Technician. For the initial installation and timing of a primary and secondary (if equipped) fuels.
CEC IM, call a Waukesha Certified Technician. Refer to
2. Run the engine on primary fuel with the “D” lead
Form 6253 (Previous Model) or Form 6272 (Current
(found in the 7-pin connector from box) grounded to the
Model) Custom Engine Control Ignition Module Installa-
engine block and the CEC DSM deactivated.
tion, Operation, And Maintenance Manual for further
information concerning the IM. NOTE: VHP gas engines are to be run with no load on
The IM has two 16-position timing switches located fuels other than natural gas fuel. With natural gas fuel,
under white plastic caps at one end of the box, one the engines may be run at any load.
marked “A” and another marked “B” (see
3. Check engine timing at the flywheel using a timing
Figure 4.10-16). Grounding lead “D” in the 7-pin con-
light (see Figure 4.10-17).
nector to the engine crankcase gives the timing selected
by switch A. Open-circuiting lead “D” gives the timing
selected by switch “B”. This feature gives the engine
operator the ability to switch between two different
timing settings to accommodate automatic changeover
between two fuels. TIMING TAPE
TIMING
OPENING
TIMING SWITCHES
“A” AND “B”

A
ACTIVE W/
B
ACTIVE W/
FLYWHEEL HOUSING
“D” GROUNDED “D” OPEN

WAUKESHA P/N

Figure 4.10-17. Flywheel Timing Opening

4. Adjust the “A” switch as required to achieve correct

timing. Single fuel ignition adjustments are now com-
plete.

NOTE: Increasing the timing switch position by one will

NOTE: Timing selection is made by the dot on the switch,
not the screwdriver slot.
Figure 4.10-16. Timing Switches “A” And “B”
Each timing adjust switch has 16 switch positions
(0 -- 15) with a 1° timing variation per position. Switch
position 15 gives the most advanced timing, while switch
position 0 is full retard.
Do not switch from posi-
tion 15 to position 0, or
from position 0 to 15 while the engine is running.
The timing change is so large that it may damage the
engine and/or cause it to shut down. Disregarding
this information could result in product damage
and/or personal injury.
advance the timing one degree. Decreasing the timing
switch position by one will retard the timing one degree.
5. Run the engine on secondary fuel with the “D” lead
(found in the 7-pin connector from box) open and the
CEC DSM deactivated.
NOTE: VHP gas engines are to be run with no load on
fuels other than natural gas fuel. With natural gas fuel,
the engines may be run at any load.
6. Check engine timing at the flywheel using a timing
light (see Figure 4.10-17).

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7. Adjust the “B” switch as required to achieve correct SHIELDED IGNITION HARNESS -- G, GSI
timing. Dual fuel ignition adjustments are now complete. The braided plastic CEC shielded ignition harness for 6
NOTE: Increasing the timing switch position by one will and 12 cylinder G and GSI engines has a split in the
advance the timing one degree. Decreasing the timing harness to the ignition coil to install an inductive timing
switch position by one will retard the timing one degree. light (see Figure 4.10-18). Install the timing light pickup
around either wire.
To prevent the timing
from being altered, al-
ways replace the white caps over the timing
switches once the desired setting has been
selected. Disregarding this information could re-
sult in product damage.

If a gas engine has been cranked excessively

without starting, shut off the gas fuel supply and
ignition, and then crank the engine to purge the
cylinders and exhaust system of accumulated
unburned gas. If this is not done a spark could ignite
the gas and cause an exhaust explosion. Failure to
INSTALL
comply could cause severe personal injury or TIMING LIGHT
death.

Figure 4.10-18. Shielded Ignition Wiring Harness

8. Shielded conduit ignition systems are timed by

If the ignition switch is left in the ON position when a
CEC IM is disconnected, then the spark plugs may
fire when the ignition system harness is recon-
nected, and could cause severe personal injury or
death.
opening the junction box for the #1 cylinder primary lead
(see Figure 4.10-19). Install an inductive timing light
around the wire labeled “A”.

Before connecting the ignition harness (to the coils) to

the CEC ignition module, discharge the storage capaci-
tor to ground. Attach one end of a wire lead to the
crankcase and then touch the other end to the harness
connector pins on the CEC IM, one at a time. A snap is
heard when a capacitor discharges.

As a safety measure, ground all the pins. Some

breakerless ignition systems have more than one
storage capacitor. Severe personal injury or death INSTALL TIMING LIGHT
could result.

NOTE: If the ignition switch is in the OFF position, the Figure 4.10-19. No. 1 Cylinder Junction Box
capacitor is immediately grounded when the ignition
harness is reconnected to the CEC ignition module.

NOTE: VHP gas engines are to be run with no load on

fuels other than natural gas fuel. With natural gas fuel,
the engines may be run at any load.

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IGNITION SYSTEM GENERAL MAINTENANCE

AND INSPECTION

Disconnect all electrical power supplies before

making any connections or servicing any part of the
electrical system. Electrical shock can cause se-
vere personal injury or death.

1. Inspect cables and wires for broken or cracked

insulation. Replace or repair as necessary.

2. Inspect ignition coils, ground wires, and brackets for

loose hardware. Tighten as necessary.

3. Inspect spark plug and cable connectors for loose

connections. Tighten as necessary.

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