8.7
Section 8
Electrical System and Components
8
The trigger pulse exiting the SAM activates the reset circuit, discharging the capacitor and resetting the circuits
for the next cycle.
Spark
Advance
Module
(SAM)
L
1
R1
SCS
D1
Yellow
Brown
C1
T1
P
S
S
park
Plug
Charge
Pump
Reset
Circuit
Comparator
Delay
Circuit
Conditioning
Circuit
B
rown
From
Input
Coil
Power
Source
P
ulse
Generator
V+ (7.2 V)
Green or
Black
B+ (12 VDC)
Red
Yellow To Semi-
Conductor
Switch
Figure 8-7.
Troubleshooting CD Ignition Systems
The CD ignition system is designed to be trouble-free
for the life of the engine. Other than periodically
checking/replacing the spark plug, no maintenance or
timing adjustment is necessary or possible.
Mechanical systems do occasionally fail or break
down, however, so the following troubleshooting
information is provided to help you get to the root of
a reported problem.
Reported ignition problems are most often due to
poor connections. Before beginning the test procedure,
check all external wiring. Be certain all ignition-
related wires are connected, including the spark plug
lead. Be certain all terminal connections fit snugly.
Make sure the ignition switch is in the run position.
NOTE: The CD ignition systems are sensitive to
excessive load on the kill lead. If a customer
complains of hard starting, low power, or
misfire under load, it may be due to excessive
draw on the kill circuit. Disconnect any
auxiliary kill wires or safety switches
connected to the kill circuit and operate the
engine to determine if the reported problem
is gone.
NOTE: The spark advance module (SAM), used with
Smart Spark
™
, requires an external power
source of at least 7.2 volts DC. If you are
installing a replacement battery on a unit
that has an engine with Smart Spark
™
, be
certain the battery is fully charged prior to
installation.