MALLORY 628

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
®
WINDOW
RPM ACTIVATED SWITCH
PART NO. 628
Parts Included in this kit:
1
1
1
2
RPM Activated Switch
Part No. 628
“U” shaped crimp-on wire terminal
#6 x 1⁄4" sheet metal screw
#8 x 1⁄2" sheet metal screws
CONTENTS
General Information............................................................ ...1
Mounting Procedure........................................................... ...2
Wiring Procedure...................................................................2
RPM and Cylinder Setting Procedure....................................3
Wiring Diagrams for the RPM Activated Switch
Connecting to a HYFIRE® IV.................................................5
Connecting to a HYFIRE® VII.......................................... .....6
Connecting to relays with a HYFIRE® VII.............................7
Connecting to a Timing Retard............................................8
Connecting to a Timing Control...........................................8
Connecting to a Light...........................................................8
Connecting to an Electric (Shifter) Solenoid.................. .....9
Connecting to a Nitrous System........................................10
Connecting to a Nitrous System and Timing Retard.........10
Shifnoid Wiring............................................................... ...11
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Mallory 628 Window RPM Switch is an RPM switch that is triggered from the tach terminal available on most
aftermarket performance ignitions. It will not only activate at a particular RPM, but can also be set to de-activate
at a second, higher, RPM. It can be used on 4, 6 (even-fire only), and 8 cylinder engines. NOTE: The Mallory 628
CANNOT be triggered from points or electronic distributor. It must be triggered from a tach output terminal.
The 628 features two independent sets of switch contacts that switch other devices on or off when the selected
RPM is reached. These contacts draw a maximum current of 5 amps. To switch more than 5 amps, you must use
the RPM Activated Switch output to drive a high current relay, such as a horn or headlight (see illustrations).
NOTE: The switch contacts are NOT connected electrically. This allows you to turn one circuit on and another off at the same RPM.
MOUNTING PROCEDURE
Step 1
Disconnect the battery (–) cable to cut power to the system.
Step 2
Mount the unit in an area away from hot engine components or extreme heat, such as exhaust manifolds, and
away from moving parts, such as fans, belts, and linkages.
Step 3
Mount the unit using supplied #8 x 1⁄2" sheet metal screws.
WIRING PROCEDURE
Step 1
Connect the BLACK WIRE to engine or chassis ground. You can use the supplied “U” shaped terminal and #6 x
1⁄4" sheet metal screws to make this connection. If you are connecting the RPM Activated Switch to an aftermarket ignition system such as a Mallory HYFIRE®, use the same grounding location that the ignition uses. See
Figures 4-9, pages 7-12.
Step 2
Connect the RED WIRE to a 12-volt power supply, such as the ignition switch. You can use the same wire that
provides power for your ignition as long as a ballast resistor is not wired in series with it. NOTE: Do NOT connect the RED WIRE to the coil (+) terminal. Connect it to the wire coming directly from the ignition switch. If
your vehicle is equipped with loom resistance wire, you must provide an alternate power connection to the
red wire.
Step 3
The GREEN WIRE must be connected to the ignition system tach output.
• When using a Mallory ignition system, connect the GREEN WIRE to the TACH terminal. See Figures 2, 3
and 4.
• When using an aftermarket ignition with a TACH output, connect the GREEN WIRE to the TACH terminal.
Check manufacture’s ignition instructions to find this location.
• Other aftermarket ignitions - Connect the GREEN WIRE to the tachometer lead terminal. Check manufacturer’s ignition instructions to find this location.
Step 4
To connect a device that you want to switch ON at the RPM setting you’ve selected, such as a shift light, connect
one ORANGE WIRE to the device and the other ORANGE WIRE to a 12-volt power supply. Connect the remaining wire from the device to a ground. See Figure 5, page 8.
Step 5
To connect a device that you want to switch OFF at the RPM setting you’ve selected, such as a nitrous solenoid,
connect one PURPLE WIRE to the device and the other PURPLE WIRE to a 12-volt power supply. Connect the
remaining wire from the device to a ground. See Figure 6, page 9.
Step 6
Secure all wires to prevent contact with extreme heat, sharp objects, or moving devices, such as fans, belts, and
linkages.
Step 7
Recheck all wires and connections to ensure that they are correct before applying power.
Step 8
Reconnect the battery (–) terminal cable. Start engine and check operation of the RPM Activated Switch.
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RPM AND CYLINDER SETTING PRODEDURE
The Mallory Window RPM switch has two RPM settings: a lower RPM to activate the switch, and a higher RPM
to de-activate the switch. For example, suppose you have a nitrous system installed. You might want the nitrous
to only come on above a certain RPM, but to protect the engine, you want to shut it off at an RPM just above your
shift point.
Step 1
Remove the four screws that hold the top cover in place, and remove the cover.
Step 2
If you want 4 or 6 cylinder operation, click the 4 or 6 cylinder switch on the left side to the "ON" position. For 8
cylinder operation, both switches should be off.
Step 3
Set the lower and upper RPM values by selecting an RPM value in the thousands (left-hand switch) and an RPM
value in the hundreds (right-hand switch). Note that on the switch for the RPM value in the thousands A=10,000;
B=11,000 and C=12,000. NOTE: For proper operation, the upper RPM switch should be set at least 200 RPM
higher than the lower RPM switch. The RPM range is 1000 to 12,700 RPM for the low side, and 12,900 RPM
for the high side. If you do not want to use the high-side deactivation feature, set the high-side switches to 12,900
(C9).
Step 4
Replace the top cover and re-attach the screws.
FIGURE 1
HIGH RPM
78
B CD
2 3
7 89A
100's
01
9 01
78
B CD
456
45 6
2 3
23
7 89A
ON
ON
45 6
1000's
EF
4 CYL
6 CYL
9 01
456
01
23
EF
LOW RPM
3
4
TO TACH
TO BATTERY +
TERMINAL
GREEN
USED FOR MAGNETIC
PICKUP DISTRIBUTOR
OR CRANK TRIGGER
CONNECT THIS HARNESS ACCORDING TO
THE HYFIRE® INSTRUCTIONS APPLICABLE
TO THE HYFIRE®, DISTRIBUTOR AND COIL
BEING USED
TO ENGINE BLOCK
OR CHASSIS GROUND
BLACK
CONNECT THESE PURPLE WIRES TO A
DEVICE TO BE TURNED OFF AT A SELECTED
RPM
CONNECT THESE ORANGE WIRES TO A
DEVICE TO BE TURNED ON
AT A SELECTED RPM
FIGURE 2
RPM ACTIVATED SWITCH WITH HYFIRE® IV
®
RED
®
TO 12 VOLT SOURCE DO NOT
CONNECT TO COIL +
HYFIRE® IV
IGNITION SYSTEM
TO ENGINE BLOCK
OR CHASSIS GROUND
PART NO. 628
WINDOW
RPM
ACTIVATED
SWITCH
5
FIGURE 3
ORANGE
RED
CONNECT THESE PURPLE WIRES TO A DEVICE
TO BE TURNED OFF AT A SELECTED RPM.
CONNECT THESE ORANGE WIRES TO A DEVICE
TO BE TURNED ON AT A SELECTED RPM.
DO NOT CONNECT TO
COIL + TERMINAL
RELAYS ARE REQUIRED IF THE DEVICE
BEINGSWITCHED DRAWS MORE THAN 5 AMPS.
NOTE:
PURPLE
0 7 5
GREEN
BLACK
PART NO. 628
WINDOW
RPM
ACTIVATED
SWITCH
®
CONNECT
IGNITION COIL AND DISTRIBUTOR/TRIGGER WIRES ACCORDING TO THE
®
HYFIRE VII INSTRUCTIONS APPLICABLE TO THE DISTRIBUTOR/TRIGGER BEING USED
RPM ACTIVATED SWITCH WITH HYFIRE® VII
TO ENGINE BLOCK
OR CHASSIS GROUND
THE IGNITION MAY DRAW UP
TO 1/2 AMP. MINIMUM OF 18 GA
WIRE SHOULD BE USED.
CONNECT THIS WIRE TO A
SWITCHED 12 VOLT SOURCE.
SWITCH MUST BE CAPABLE
OF SWITCHING ALL OF THE
CURRENT FROM THE IGNITION
AND DEVICE(S).
DO NOT CONNECT TO COIL +
TO TACH
6
0 7 5
T HES RELAYS ARE SHOWN AS EXAMPLES
ONLY. OTHER RELAYS MAY BE USED SUCH AS
BLUE STREAK PART NO. RY-48.
RELAYS ARE REQUIRED IF THE DEVICE
BEINGSWITCHED DRAWS MORE THAN 5 AMPS.
NOTE:
CONNECT THIS WIRE TO THE DEVICE
TO BE TURNED ON AT A SELECTED
RPM. CONNECT THE OTHER WIRE
FROM THE DEVICE TO THE GROUND.
CONNECT THIS WIRE TO THE DEVICE
TO BE TURNED ON AT A SELECTED
RPM. CONNECT THE OTHER WIRE
FROM THE DEVICE TO THE GROUND.
FIGURE 4
STANDARD
DO NOT CONNECT TO
COIL + TERMINAL
TO ENGINE BLOCK
OR CHASSIS GROUND
ORANGE
STANDARD
RED
GREEN
PURPLE
BLACK
PART NO. 628
WINDOW
RPM
ACTIVATED
SWITCH
®
CONNECT
IGNITION COIL AND DISTRIBUTOR/TRIGGER WIRES ACCORDING TO THE
®
HYFIRE VII INSTRUCTIONS APPLICABLE TO THE DISTRIBUTOR/TRIGGER BEING USED
RPM ACTIVATED SWITCH AND RELAYS WITH HYFIRE® VII
TO ENGINE BLOCK
OR CHASSIS GROUND
THE IGNITION MAY DRAW UP
TO 1/2 AMP. MINIMUM OF 18 GA
WIRE SHOULD BE USED.
CONNECT THESE WIRES TO A
SWITCHED 12 VOLT SOURCE.
SWITCH MUST BE CAPABLE
OF SWITCHING ALL OF THE
CURRENT FROM THE IGNITION
AND DEVICE(S).
DO NOT CONNECT TO COIL +
TO TACH
TIMING RETARD “ON”AT RPM SETTING
FIGURE 5
PART NO. 628
PART NO. 618-1
HIGH SPEED RETARD
TO 12V SOURCE
ORANGE WIRES (NORMALLY OPEN CLOSES/“ON” AT THE RPM SETTING)
ORANGE 18AWG
WIRE
PURPLE WIRES
(NOT USED)
RED, GREEN AND BLACK
WIRES: SEE PAGES 5-12
TIMING CONTROL
“ON”AT RPM SETTING
PART NO. 628
REMOTE TIMING CONTROL
IGNITION SYSTEM
PART NO. 631
TO 12V SOURCE
ORANGE WIRES (NORMALLY OPEN CLOSES/“ON” AT THE RPM SETTING)
PURPLE
WIRES
(NOT
USED)
ORANGE 18AWG
WIRE
(#21)
RED, GREEN AND BLACK
WIRES: SEE PAGES 5-12
LIGHT
“ON”AT RPM SETTING
PART NO. 628
ORANGE WIRES:
ORANGE WIRES
TO 12V SOURCE
OR
PURPLE WIRES
(NOT USED)
TO 12V SOURCE
RED, GREEN AND
BLACK WIRES: SEE
ORANGE WIRES
NOTE: TO TURN LIGHTS “OFF” AT RPM SETTING - EXCHANGE THE ORANGE WIRES AND THE PURPLE WIRES.
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ELECTRIC (SHIFTER) SOLENOID
FIGURE 6
PART NO. 628
USE ORANGE WIRES TO TURN
“ON” AT LOW RPM SETTING.
USE PURPLE WIRES TO TURN
“OFF” AT LOW RPM SETTING.
MANUAL SHIFTING: TURN
SWITCH “OFF”
TOGGLE SWITCH
PART NO. 26074
TO 12V SOURCE
ORANGE OR PURPLE WIRES
RED, GREEN AND BLACK
WIRES: SEE PAGES 5-12
MANUAL SHIFTING: TURN SWITCH “OFF”
TOGGLE SWITCH
PART NO. 26074
PART NO. 628
TO 12V SOURCE
ORANGE OR PURPLE WIRES
USE ORANGE WIRES TO TURN
“ON” AT LOW RPM SETTING.
USE PURPLE WIRES TO TURN
“OFF” AT LOW RPM SETTING.
RED, GREEN AND BLACK
WIRES: SEE PAGES 5-12
PART NO. 628
MANUAL SHIFTING: TURN SWITCH “OFF”
TOGGLE SWITCH
HR - 106
1 3 5
TO 12V SOURCE
ORANGE OR PURPLE WIRES
RED, GREEN AND BLACK
WIRES: SEE PAGES 5-12
8
USE ORANGE WIRES TO TURN
“ON” AT LOW RPM SETTING.
USE PURPLE WIRES TO TURN
“OFF” AT LOW RPM SETTING.
NITROUS SYSTEM “ON” AT RPM SETTING
FIGURE 7
PART NO. 628
HR - 106
ORANGE WIRES
PURPLE WIRES
(NOT USED)
RED, GREEN AND BLACK
WIRES: SEE PAGES 5-12
TO 12V SOURCE:
“ON” ONLY WITH THE NITROUS
ARMING SYSTEM
GAS
SOLENOID
NITROUS
SOLENOID
NOTE: THE NITROUS SYSTEM WILL TURN “OFF” AT UPPER RPM SETTING.
NITROUS SYSTEM AND TIMING RETARD
“ON” AT RPM SETTING
FIGURE 8
HR - 106
PART NO. 618-1
HIGH SPEED RETARD
PART NO. 628
ORANGE
18AWG WIRE
ORANGE WIRES
TO 12V SOURCE:
“ON” ONLY WITH THE NITROUS
ARMING SYSTEM
PURPLE WIRES
(NOT USED)
RED, GREEN AND BLACK
WIRES: SEE PAGES 4-11
GAS
SOLENOID
NITROUS
SOLENOID
NOTE: THE NITROUS SYSTEM WILL TURN “OFF” AT UPPER RPM SETTING.
9
SHIFNOID WIRING
FIGURE 9
FOR A B & M RATCHET SHIFTER
W/SN5070 SOLENOID
PART NO. 628
RED WIRE
12V IGN. SWITCH
ORANGE WIRES
GREEN WIRE
TACH TERMINAL
BLACK WIRE
GROUND
TO 12V
TO STARTER
SWITCH
TO 12V
87
COMMON
NORMALLY OPEN
NORMALLY CLOSED
87A
86 (NOT USED) 85
30
NEUTRAL SAFETY
SHIFNOID
INTERFACE RELAY
OPTIONAL
SWITCH
B&M PRO
RATCHET SHIFTER
10
PURPLE WIRES
NOT USED
11
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FORM #1471
(REV. A) 7/99
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