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9.1 Start-up
Before you start up the MIC5 ignition controller, take note of the following:
– Were the correct engine, ignition sequence, and output configuration selected? If you are
unsure, contact MOTORTECH or the corresponding engine manufacturer.
– Ensure that the firing order of the engine and/or the wiring of the output cable harness are
carried out correctly.
– Is the wiring of all pickups compliant with the drawings given in this operating manual?
– Are the distances of the pickups to trigger discs, reluctor pins, etc. correctly set (see chapter
Determine the Installation Location of the Pickup on page 35)?
– Ensure that the data were transferred flawlessly to the controller.
– Check whether the start/stop input is set to Firing Active, or whether it works according to
the control requirements of the master control.
– Check whether the input contact for parameter settings A/B (Schedule A/B) functions and
ensure that the correct schedule (A or B) was selected for start-up.
– Close the service screw and the service cover after completing the installation and
configuration.
– Ensure that no gas is present in the inlet and exhaust systems before you start the engine.
– Ensure that the gas valve is closed.
– Perform the normal engine start-up process while the gas valve is closed (start only).
– Connect a stroboscope to the first firing cylinder (cylinder #1) and check whether the timing
point set on the ignition controller coincides with the actual timing point on the crankshaft.
If the ignition timing does not coincide exactly, change it (see chapter Runtime Data on
page 114) until the optimal setting is reached. If the ignition does not fire, read the
instructions in section Troubleshooting on page 165.
– Check all other cylinders for correct ignition. If they are not correct, stop the engine, and
recheck wiring and ignition sequence for correctness.
– Stop the starting process. If no problems occur, start the engine in accordance with the
specifications of the engine manufacturer.
9.2 Shutdown
The ignition controller is shut down by disconnecting it from the power supply.
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