MALLORY 6861M

FORM 1643
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
HYFIRE® 6AL2
ELECTRONIC IGNITION CONTROL
PART NO 6861M
PARTS INCLUDED:
1 HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control
4 #10 Sheet Metal Screws
2 Wire Ties
2 Ring Terminals, Insulated
1 1-amp/100 volt Diode
2 1/4" Tab Terminals
5
5
1
2
1
1/4" Male Disconnects
1/4" Female Disconnects
Rubber Grommet
Cable Clamps
Magnetic Pickup Extension
GENERAL INFORMATION
The HYFIRE® 6AL2 includes a two stage RPM limiter. You can set
various RPM limits using the switches that are located in the end
bracket. See Figure 1 of this instruction form for more information
about the rev limiting features.
Battery
The HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control operates on any negative ground,
12 volt electrical system with a distributor. It will also work with 16
volt batteries and can withstand a momentary spike of 24 volts in
case of jump starts. This system delivers full voltage with a supply of
10-18 volts, and operates with a supply voltage as low as 8 volts.
If your application does not use an alternator, allow at least 15
amp/hours for every half hour of operation. If you crank the engine
with the same battery or other accessories, such as an
electric fuel or water pump, increase the amp/hour rating.
Coils
For optimum performance with your HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control,
we recommend a Mallory PROMASTER® Coil P/N 29440 or 30440
or 30441 Mallory PROMASTER® E. For continuous high RPM use,
coil part numbers 29625, 30625 or 30626 can also be used. You
may also use most stock coils or aftermarket coils designed as
stock replacements.
Spark Plugs
Using the correct spark plug and heat range is important for
optimum performance. Because there are so many variables to
consider, we suggest starting with your engine manufacturer’s
spark plug recommendation. From there, you can experiment with
small changes in plug gap and heat range to obtain the best
performance from your engine. Use the chart at right as a starting
point. We also recommend non-resistor spark plugs.
Foreign Vehicles
Because of modern fuel injection systems, some foreign vehicles
may require a tachometer/fuel injection adapter to work with the
HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control.
NOTE: Do not install the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control in any
vehicle that is originally equipped with a CD ignition control.
Spark Plugs and Wires
High quality, spiral wound wire and proper routing are essential to
the operation of the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control. This type of wire
provides a good path for the spark to follow while minimizing
electromagnetic interference (EMI).
NOTE: Do not use solid core spark plug wires with the HYFIRE®
6AL2 Ignition Control.
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Routing
NOTE: Do not use Mallory’s PROMASTER Coil P/N 28880.
Wires should be routed away from sharp edges, moving objects,
Tachometers
and heat sources. Wires that are next to each other in the engine’s
The yellow wire on the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control provides a
firing order should be separated. For example, in a Chevy V8 with a
trigger signal for tachometers, shift lights, or other add-on RPM
activated devices. This wire produces a 12 volts square wave signal firing order of 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2, the #5 and #7 cylinders are
positioned next to each other on the engine as well as in the firing
with a 20% duty cycle.
order. Voltage from the #5 wire could jump to the #7 wire. This
Some vehicles with factory tachometers may require a tach adapter could cause detonation and engine damage.
to work with the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control. If your GM vehicle
For added protection against cross-fire, Mallory offers PRO SHIELD
uses an inline filter, it may cause the tach to drop to zero on
insulated sleeving. Pro Shield is a glass woven, silicone coated
acceleration. If this occurs, bypass the filter. For more information
protective sleeve that slides over your plug wires. It also helps
on tachometers, see page 4.
reduce damage from heat and sharp objects.
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MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION
Rotary Switch Position Examples
Sealing
Do not attempt to seal the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control. All of
the circuits of a HYFIRE® 6AL2 receive a conformal coating of
sealant that protects the electronics from moisture. Sealing the
HYFIRE® 6AL2 will not allow any moisture that seeps in through
the grommets to drain and may result in corrosion.
Switch #1
1
2
2
6
7
9
Switch #2
0
4
5
0
8
9
RPM Limit
1,000
2,400
2,500
6,000
7,800
9,900
Welding
To avoid any damage to the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control when
welding on the vehicle, disconnect the positive (red) and negative
(black) power cables of the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control. It is
also a good idea to disconnect the tachometer ground wire as well.
Auxiliary RPM Limiter
The Auxiliary RPM Limiter is adjusted using the pair of rotary
switches on the right side of the end plate. They are adjusted the
same as the Main RPM Limiter, the left switch of the pair is used to
adjust the 1,000’s and the right switch of the pair adjusts the 100’s.
Distributor Cap and Rotor
We recommend installing a new distributor cap and rotor when
installing the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control. Be sure the cap is
clean inside and out, especially the terminals and rotor tip. On
vehicles with smaller caps, it is possible for the air inside the cap to
become electrically charged causing crossfire which can result in
misfire. You can prevent this by drilling a couple of vent holes in the
cap. Drill the holes between terminals at rotor height, facing away
from the intake. If needed, place a small piece of screen over the
holes to act as a filter.
MOUNTING
The HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control can be mounted in any
position. If you mount it in the engine compartment, keep it away
from moving objects and heat sources. Do not mount the unit in
an enclosed area, such as the glove box. When you find a suitable
location to mount the unit, make sure all wires of the ignition
reach their connections. Hold the ignition in place and mark the
location of the mounting holes. Use a 1/8" drill bit to drill the
holes. Use the supplied self-tapping screws to mount the box.
HYFIRE® 6AL2 Diagnostic LED
On the end panel of your HYFIRE® 6AL2 ignition there is a small
hole. Behind this hole is a red LED indicator. This serves two
purposes: when you first turn on the ignition switch, the LED will
flash rapidly 3 times. This indicates that the ignition system has
power, and that the microprocessor is running properly. In
addition, the LED will flash when receiving a proper trigger signal
from the vehicle. If, after a normal power-up, the LED doesn’t
flash when cranking the engine, you should check your triggering
circuit for problems. If the LED flashes when the engine is cranked,
but there is still no spark, the problem lies somewhere else.
HYFIRE® 6AL2 Cylinder Selection
Your HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition comes from the factory set up for 8
cylinder operation. If you want to use this ignition with a 4 or 6
cylinder engine, rotate the center rotary switch, accessible
through the end plate, to the proper number of cylinders. To
select the 4 cylinder mode, turn the switch to the “4” position.
See Figure 1.
WIRING
Wire Length
All of the wires of the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control may be
shortened as long as quality connectors are used or soldered in
place. To lengthen the wires, use one size larger gauge wire
(12 gauge for power leads, 16 gauge for all others). Use the
proper connectors to terminate all wires. All connections must be
soldered and sealed.
Grounds
A poor ground connection can cause many frustrating problems.
When a wire is specified to go to ground, connect it to the chassis.
Always connect a ground strap between the engine and chassis.
Connect any ground wires to a clean, paint-free metal surface.
Ballast Resistor
If your vehicle has a ballast resistor in line with the coil wiring, it
is not necessary to bypass it. This is because the HYFIRE® 6AL2
Ignition Control receives its main power
directly from the battery.
FIGURE 1
RPM LIMITER SETTINGS
7 8
1
1
1
0
9
6
7 8
1
1
0
6
0
0
9
7 8
9
6
9
5
0
4
5
6
9
2 3
4
5
7 8
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4
5
5
CYLINDER
SELECT
2
2 3
7 8
2 3
6
2 3
4
MAIN
RPM
LIMITER
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Main RPM Limiter
The main RPM Limiter is adjusted by using the pair
of switches on the left side of the end plate. The left
switch of the pair is for 1,000’s and right is for 100’s.
To eliminate the RPM Limiter, simply rotate the switches
to a setting above the engine’s maximum RPM.
See Figure 1.
LED
AUX
RPM
LIMITER
WIRE FUNCTIONS
Power Leads (enclosed in 6” of black shrink tubing)
The two heavy gauge wires (14 gauge) that deliver battery voltage
to the ignition:
Heavy Red Connects directly to the battery positive (+)
terminal or to a positive battery junction. It could
also be connected to the positive side of the
starter solenoid. NOTE: Never connect this wire
to the alternator.
Heavy Black Connects to frame or chassis ground.
Trigger and Coil Leads
Small Red Connects to a switched 12 volt source, such as
the ignition key.
Orange Connects to the positive (+) terminal of the coil.
NOTE: This is the only wire that makes
electrical contact with the coil positive (+)
terminal.
Small Black Connects to the negative (–) terminal of the coil
NOTE: This is the only wire that makes
electrical contact with the coil negative (–)
terminal.
Trigger Wires
COMMON COLORS FOR MAG PICKUP WIRES
Distributor
Mag +
Mag –
Mallory Crank Trigger
Purple
Green
Mallory Billet Competition Distributor,
Series Nos. 81 and 84
Orange
Purple
Mallory COMP® 9000 Series Nos. 96-99
Orange
Purple
Mallory Harness P/N 29040
Red
Black
MSD
Orange/Black Violet/Black
MSD Crank Trigger
Orange/Black Violet/Black
Ford
Orange
Purple
ACCEL 46/48000 Series
Orange/Black Violet/Black
ACCEL 51/61000 Series
Red
Black
Chrysler
Orange/White
Black
PRESTART CHECKLIST
• The only wires connected to the coil terminals should be the
orange connected to coil positive (+) and black connected to
coil negative (–).
• The small red wire is connected to a switched 12 volts source,
such as the ignition key.
• Power leads are connected directly to the battery positive and
negative terminals.
Either of two circuits will trigger the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control: a • If you’re not using an alternator, the battery should be
points circuit (white wire) or a magnetic pickup circuit (violet and
connected and fully charged.
green wires). NOTE: The two circuits will never be used together.
• The engine is equipped with at least one ground strap to
White Connects to points, electronic ignition amplifier
the chassis.
output or to the green wire of a Mallory timing
THEFT DETERRENT
accessory. When this wire is used, the magnetic
The HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control provides an easy way to install
pickup connector is not used.
a theft deterrent kill switch. See Figure 2.
Violet/Green These wires are routed together in one harness
White Wire Trigger
to form the magnetic pickup connector. The
When using the white wire to trigger the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition
connector plugs directly into a Mallory distributor
Control, install a switch to the white wire and the other side to
or crank trigger. It will also connect to factory
ground. When the white wire is grounded, the vehicle will crank
magnetic pickups or other aftermarket pickups.
but will not start.
The violet wire is positive (+) and the green is
Magnetic Pickup Trigger
negative (–). When these wires are used, the white When using the mag pickup to trigger the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition
wire is not used. Consult the chart that shows the Control, install a switch across the magnetic pickup violet wire to
polarity of other common magnetic pickups.
ground. When the violet wire is grounded, the vehicle will crank
but will not start.
Yellow Connects to the tachometer.
Blue This wire is used to activate the Auxiliary (Staging)
RPM Limiter. It is activated by applying 12 volts to
the wire.
ROUTING WIRES
Route all wires away from heat sources, sharp edges, and moving
objects. Route the trigger wires separate from the other wires and
spark plug wires. If possible, route them along a ground plane, such
as the block or firewall, which creates an electrical shield. The
magnetic pickup wires should be routed separately and twisted
together to help reduce extraneous interference.
WARNING: The HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control is a
capacitive discharge ignition. High voltage is
present at the coil primary terminals. Do not touch
these terminals or connect test equipment to them.
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FIGURE 2
USING THE WHITE
WIRE TO TRIGGER
THE HYFIRE® VIA
FROM HYFIRE® VIA
PURPLE
WHITE
BLACK
USING THE MAGNETIC
PICKUP WIRE TO TRIGGER
THE HYFIRE® VIA
CONNECTS TO
PURPLE
BLACK
MAGNETIC PICKUP
GREEN
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TROUBLESHOOTING
This section offers several tests and checks you can perform to ensure
proper installation and operation of the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control.
If you experience a problem with your HYFIRE® 6AL2, first check for
proper installation and poor connections. You can eliminate many
problems by checking these items. If you have any questions
concerning your HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control contact the Mallory
Technical Service Department at 216-688-8300, option 5.
Tach/Fuel Adapters
If your tachometer does not operate correctly, you probably need a
Mallory tach adapter. Consult the Tachometer Compatibility List at right
for common tachometers and compatible tach adapters.
No-Run on Foreign Vehicles
Some foreign vehicles with fuel injection systems may require a
tachometer/fuel injection adapter to run with the HYFIRE® 6AL2
Ignition Control. Often, the same trigger source is used to operate an
ignition, tachometer, and fuel injection. This results in a voltage signal
that is too low to trigger the fuel injection. A tach/fuel injection adapter
will usually solve this problem.
Inoperative Tachometers
If your tachometer fails to operate with the HYFIRE® 6AL2 installed,
you may need a Mallory tach adapter. Before purchasing a tach
adapter, try connecting your tachometer trigger wire to the yellow wire
of the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control. This output produces a 12 volt,
square wave. If the tach still does not operate, you will need a tach
adapter. Two different tach adapters are available:
PN 29078
If you are using the magnetic pickup connector (green
and violet wires) to trigger the HYFIRE® 6AL2, you will
need this adapter.
PN 29074
If your tach was triggered from the coil negative
terminal (voltage trigger) and you are suing the white
wire to trigger the HYFIRE® 6AL2, you will need this
adapter.
Ballast Resistor
If you have a current trigger tach (originally connected to coil (+)
positive) and use the white wire of the HYFIRE® 6AL2 for triggering,
you can purchase a Chrysler Dual Ballast Resistor (1973-76
applications). Wire it as shown in Figure 3.
Engine Run-On
If your engine continues to run even when the ignition is turned off,
you are experiencing engine run-on. Usually, older vehicles with an
external voltage regulator are susceptible to this condition. Because
the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control receives power directly from the
battery, it does not require much current to keep the unit energized.
If you are experiencing run-on, it is due to a small amount of voltage
going through the charging lamp indicator and feeding the small red
wire (even if the key is turned off).
12 VOLT
IGNITION SWITCH
SMALL RED
FROM HYFIRE® VIA
FIGURE 3
TACHOMETER COMPATIBILITY LIST
Aftermarket
White Wire
Magnetic Trigger
Tachometer
Trigger
Connector
Autogage
29074
29078
Autometer
—
—
Ford Motorsport
—
—
Moroso
—
—
Stewart
29074
29078
S.W. & Bi Torx
—
—
Sun
29074
29078
VDO
8910
29078
AMC (Jeep)
29074
29078
Chrysler
29074
29078
Ford (Before 1976)
29074
29078
Ford (After 1976)
29074
29078
GM
Bypass in-line
Bypass in-line
filter
filter
Imports
29074
29078
Early Ford and GM: To solve the run-on problem, a diode is supplied
with the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control. By installing this diode in-line
of the wire that goes to the charging indicator, the voltage is blocked
from entering the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control. Figure 4 shows the
proper diode installation for early Ford and GM vehicles.
NOTE: Diodes are used to allow voltage to flow only one way.
Make sure the diode is installed facing the proper direction, as
shown in Figure 4.
Ford: Install the diode inline to the wire going to the #1 terminal.
GM: Install the diode inline to the wire going to the #4 terminal.
FIGURE 4
FOR FORD VEHICLES
ATTACH DIODE TO
#1 TERMINAL
FOR EARLY GM VEHICLES
ATTACH DIODE TO
#4 TERMINAL
TO CHARGING LIGHT
1A-100V DIODE
GM 1973-83 with Delcotron Alternators
GM Delcotron alternators use an internal voltage regulator. Install the
diode inline on the smallest wire exiting the alternator (see Figure 5).
It is usually a brown wire.
Most other applications: To eliminate run-on, place a resistor in-line to
the HYFIRE® 6AL2 small red wire to keep voltage from leaking into the
HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition.
FROM POINTS OR
AMPLIFIER
WHITE WIRE FROM
HYFIRE® VIA
DELCOTRON
ALTERNATOR
SPLICE HERE
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FIGURE 5
TO CHARGING LIGHT
1A-100V DIODE
CHRYSLER DUAL
BALLAST RESISTOR
4
SPLICE HERE
Misses and Intermittent Problems
Experience has shown that if your engine is misfiring or hesitating
at higher RPM, it is usually not an ignition problem. Most common
causes include a coil or plug wire failure, arcing from the cap or boot
plug to ground or spark ionization inside the cap. Perform the
following checks:
CHECKING FOR SPARK
• Inspect the plug wires at the cap and at the spark plug for a tight
connection. Visually inspect for cuts, abrasions, or burns.
2. Remove the coil wire from the distributor cap and set the
terminal approximately 1/4" from ground.
If triggering the ignition with the white wire:
(See Figure 6)
1. Make sure the ignition switch is in the “OFF” position.
3. Disconnect the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control white wire from
• Inspect the primary coil wire connections. Because the HYFIRE®
the distributor’s points or ignition amplifier.
6AL2 Ignition Control receives a direct 12 volt source from the
battery, there will not be any voltage at the coil positive (+) terminal, 4. Turn the ignition to the “ON” position. Do not crank the engine.
even with the key turned on. During cranking, or while the engine is
5. Tap the white wire to ground several times. Each time you pull
running, very high voltage will be present and no test equipment
the wire from ground, a spark should jump from the coil wire to
should be connected.
ground. If spark is present, the ignition is working properly. If
WARNING: Do not touch the coil terminals during cranking or
there is no spark, skip to Step 6 below.
while the engine is running.
If Triggering With the Magnetic Pickup:
• Make sure that the battery is fully charged and the connections are
(See Figure 7)
clean and tight. If you are not running an alternator, this is an
imperative check. If the battery voltage drops below 10 volts during 1. Make sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
a race, the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control output voltage will drop.
2. Remove the coil wire from the distributor cap and set the
• Is the engine running lean? Inspect the spark plugs and the entire
fuel system.
• Check all wiring connections for corrosion or damage. Remember
to use proper connections followed by soldering, then seal the
connections completely.
If everything checks positive, use the procedure below to test the
ignition for spark. Mallory also offers an Ignition Tester (PN 28357)
that allows you to check the entire ignition system while it is installed
in the vehicle. This tool also checks operation of RPM limits, activated
switches, and shift lights.
FIGURE 6
terminal approximately 1/4" from ground.
3. Disconnect the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition Control magnetic pickup
wires from the distributor.
4. Turn the ignition to the ON position. Do not crank the engine.
5. With a small jumper wire, short the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition
Control green and violet magnetic pickup wires together. Each
time you break this short, a spark should jump from the coil
wire to ground. If spark is present, the ignition is working
properly. If there is no spark skip to Step 6 below.
6. If there is no spark.
A. Inspect all of the wiring.
B. Substitute another coil and repeat the test. If there is now
spark, the coil is at fault.
C. If there is still no spark, check to make sure there is 12 volts
on the small red wire from the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition
Control when the key is in the ON position. If 12 volts is not
present, find another switched 12 volts source and repeat
the test.
WHITE
WIRE
D. If, after following the test procedures and inspecting all of
the wiring, there is still no spark, the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition
Control is in need of repair. See the Warranty and Service
section for information.
TO GROUND
FIGURE 7
GREEN
JUMPER WIRE
The illustrations on the following pages show the
best way to install the HYFIRE® 6AL2 Ignition
Control on various applications. If you have any
problems or questions while installing this device
on your vehicle, contact the Mallory Technical
Service Department at (216) 688-8300, 8:00 AM to
5:00 PM EST, or email [email protected].
VIOLET
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Installing the HYFIRE® 6AL2 with a Points/Amplifier
Style Ignition
IGNITION KEY
Installing the HYFIRE® 6AL2 with a Magnetic
Pickup Distributor or Crank Trigger
TO 12 VOLTS
IGNITION KEY
TO 12 VOLTS
RED
RED (SMALL 18 GA)
Originally connected to coil (+) positive
ORIGINAL COIL (+)
BLACK (LARGER)
TO BATTERY NEG (-)
BLACK (LARGE 14 GA)
TO BATTERY NEG (-)
FIGURE 8
RED (LARGE 14 GA)
RED (LARGER)
TO BATTERY POS (+)
TO BATTERY POS (+)
FIGURE 9
Original coil wire from points
or electronic ignition amplifier
WHITE
NOT USED
WHITE
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HYFIRE 6AL2
GREEN
FROM MAG PICK-UP DIST
OR CRANK TRIGGER
PURPLE
MAGNETIC PICK-UP
(NOT USED)
TO TACHOMETER
YELLOW
TO TACHOMETER
YELLOW
ORANGE
ORANGE
COIL
BLACK (SMALLER)
COIL
BLACK (SMALLER)
ALL OTHER WIRES ORIGINALLY
CONNECTED TO THE COIL (+) SWITCH
RED
+12 VOLTS FROM IGNITION SWITCH
TO BATTERY NEG (-)
TO BATTERY POS (+)
FIGURE 10
BLACK (LARGER)
RED (LARGER)
RING TERMINAL
CONNECTOR
ALL OTHER WIRES
ORIGINALLY CONNECTED TO
THE COIL (-) TERMINAL
Installing the HYFIRE® 6AL2
with an OEM Ignition Amplifer
WHITE
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HYFIRE 6AL2
BLUE
AUX RPM LIMITER
MAGNETIC PICK-UP
(NOT USED)
TO TACHOMETER
YELLOW
ORANGE
COIL
BLACK (SMALLER)
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IGNITION KEY
TO 12 VOLTS
RED (SMALL 18 GA)
RED
GREEN
WHITE
BROWN
CONNECT WIRES AT
THESE POINTS
TO ENGINE
GROUND
FIGURE 11
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Installing the HYFIRE® 6AL2 with
a Mallory UNILITE® or Magnetic
Breakerless Distributor
HYFIRE 6AL2
®
PURPLE
NOT USED
GREEN
TO BATTERY POS (+)
TO BATTERY NEG (-)
TO TACHOMETER
RED (LARGE 14 GA)
BLACK (LARGE 14 GA)
YELLOW
ORANGE
COIL
BLACK (SMALLER)
IGNITION KEY
TO 12 VOLTS
ORIGINAL COIL (+)
RED
PURPLE
GREEN
RED (LARGE 14 GA)
TO BATTERY POS (+)
BLACK (LARGE 14 GA)
TO BATTERY NEG (-)
FIGURE 12
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HYFIRE 6AL2
AUX RPM LIMITER
Installing the HYFIRE® 6AL2 with a
Mallory 81-84 Series Distributor
(2-Wire Magnetic Pickup)
BLUE
WHITE
NOT USED
TO TACHOMETER
YELLOW
ORANGE
COIL
BLACK (SMALLER)
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BLUE
AUX RPM LIMITER
PURPLE
Installing the HYFIRE® 6AL2 with a
Dual Connector Coil HEI System
GREEN
RED (LARGE 14 GA)
BLACK (LARGE 14 GA)
YELLOW
TO BATTERY POS (+)
PART OF MALLORY HEI
KIT P/N 29008 (NOT
INCLUDED)
TO BATTERY NEG (-)
FIGURE 13
RED
PINK
RED
PINK
TO IGNITION SWITCH
TO TACHOMETER
RED (SMALL 18 GA)
WHITE
WHITE
BLACK
WHITE
FROM DISTRIBUTOR
CONNECT FACTORY TACH HERE
WHITE (NOT USED)
HYFIRE 6AL2
ORANGE
PINK (NOT USED)
WHITE
PINK
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SPLICE WIRES AT THESE LOCATIONS
There are three different large cap HEI distributors. To identify which
of the following diagrams fit your specific application, remove the
distributor cap and rotor and locate the ignition module at the base
of the distributor. Count the number of terminals on both ends of the
module and follow the corresponding diagram. GM used 4, 5, and
7-pin modules in these distributors.
4-Pin Module
FIGURE 14
NOTE: Some 5-pin modules may experience a hesitation or stall on
deceleration. If this occurs, contact the Mallory Technical Service
Department for the required bolt-in diode to correct the problem.
RED (LARGE 14 GA)
TO BATTERY POS (+)
5-Pin Module
7-Pin Module
PURPLE
PART OF MALLORY HEI KIT
P/N 29008 (NOT INCLUDED)
WHITE
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PURPLE
HYFIRE 6AL2
GREEN
GREEN
GREEN
BLUE
AUX RPM LIMITER
TO ENGINE
GROUND
BLACK (LARGE 14 GA)
TO BATTERY NEG (-)
YELLOW
TO TACHOMETER
WHITE
NOT USED
WHITE JUMPER
RED (SMALL 18 GA)
BLACK (SMALL 18 GA TO Cñ)
ORANGE (TO B+)
PART OF MALLORY HEI KIT
P/N 29008 (NOT INCLUDED)
FIGURE 15
KEY CONNECTOR
HEAVY RED OR PINK WIRE FROM CAR
WIRING HARNESS
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Installing the HYFIRE® 6AL2 with an HEI
4-Pin Module (Magnetic Pickup Trigger)
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RED (LARGE 14 GA)
TO BATTERY POS (+)
RED (SMALL 18 GA)
WHITE
PART OF MALLORY
HEI KIT P/N 29008
(NOT INCLUDED)
WHITE JUMPER
PART OF MALLORY HEI KIT
P/N 29008 (NOT INCLUDED)
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RED JUMPER
HYFIRE 6AL2
BLUE
AUX RPM LIMITER
BLACK (LARGE 14 GA)
TO BATTERY NEG (–)
GREEN
HEAVY PINK OR RED FROM
VEHICLE WIRE HARNESS
NOT USED
PURPLE
TO TACH
YELLOW
TO TACHOMETER
TO ENGINE
GROUND
FIGURE 16
Installing the HYFIRE® 6AL2
with an HEI 5-Pin
or 7-Pin Module
(Amplifier Trigger)
BLACK (SMALL 18 GA TO Cñ)
ORANGE (TO B+)
PART OF MALLORY
HEI KIT P/N 29008
(NOT INCLUDED)
HEAVY PINK, ORANGE, OR RED WIRE
PINK
FROM DISTRIBUTOR
AUX RPM LIMITER
BROWN
BLUE
GREEN
MAGNETIC PICKUP
NOT USED
PURPLE
NOT USED (TAPE END)
PART No. 6861M
®
HYFIRE 6AL2
WHITE
WHITE JUMPER
RED
JUMPER
RED (SMALL 18 GA)
PART OF MALLORY
HEI KIT P/N 29008
(NOT INCLUDED)
RED (LARGE 14 GA)
TO BATTERY POS (+)
BLACK
(SMALL
18 GA)
ORANGE
BLACK (LARGE 14 GA)
TO BATTERY NEG (-)
FIGURE 17
Installing the HYFIRE® 6AL2 with
an External 4-Terminal Coil
(Single Connector)
MALLORY IGNITION
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RED
GREEN
RED (SMALL 18 GA)
WHITE
(SMALL 18 GA)
BLACK (LARGE 14GA)
TO BATTERY NEG (-)
PART No. 6861M
FIGURE 18
®
HYFIRE 6AL2
Installing the HYFIRE® 6AL2 with
a Ford Duraspark using the
White Wire Trigger
TO BATTERY POS (+)
RED (LARGE 14GA)
PURPLE
MAGNETIC PICK-UP
(NOT USED)
GREEN
AUX RPM LIMITER
BLUE
YELLOW
TO TACHOMETER
ORANGE
COIL
BLACK (SMALL 18GA)
WHITE JUMPER
PART OF MALLORY
HEI KIT P/N 29008
(NOT INCLUDED)
RED JUMPER
INSULATE UNUSED
ENDS OF JUMPERS
RED (LARGE 14GA)
BLACK (LARGE 14GA)
TO BATTERY NEG (-)
PART No. 6861M
®
HYFIRE 6AL2
AUX RPM LIMITER
TO TACHOMETER
ORANGE
YELLOW
WHITE
RED (SMALL 18GA)
TO BATTERY POS (+)
FIGURE 19
Installing the HYFIRE® 6AL2
with a Ford TFI
(Without Harness)
BLUE
BLACK (SMALL 18GA)
PURPLE
MAGNETIC PICK-UP
(NOT USED)
GREEN
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FIGURE 20
Installing the HYFIRE® 6AL2
with a Ford TFI (With Harness)
PART No. 6861M
HYFIRE 6AL2
®
WHITE
RED
BLACK
GREEN
RED
BLACK
ORANGE
YELLOW
ADAPTER/HARNESS P/N 29062
(NOT INCLUDED)
BLUE
AUX RPM LIMITER
TO TACHOMETER
YELLOW
YELLOW
BLACK
RED
GREEN
BLACK (LARGE 14 GA)
TO BATTERY NEG (-)
FACTORY HARNESS PLUG
(ORIGINALLY CONNECTED
TO THE COIL)
RED (LARGE 14 GA)
TO BATTERY POS (+)
PURPLE
MAGNETIC PICK-UP
(NOT USED)
GREEN
SPLICE HERE
BLACK (Mñ)
CHRYSLER MODULE
LEAVE DISCONNECTED
ORANGE (M+)
GREEN (ñ)
VIOLET (+)
PURPLE
6 FT EXTENSION CABLE
CUT ONE END AND
SPLICE AS SHOWN
GREEN
RED (SMALL 18 GA)
FROM ORIGINAL
COIL (+) TERMINAL
FIGURE 21
PART No. 6861M
®
HYFIRE 6AL2
Installing the HYFIRE® 6AL2 with a
Chrysler Electronic Ignition using
a Magnetic Pickup Trigger
BLUE
AUX RPM LIMITER
WHITE
YELLOW
TO TACHOMETER
RED (LARGE 14 GA)
TO BATTERY POS (+)
BLACK (LARGE 14 GA)
TO BATTERY NEG (-)
ORANGE
COIL
BLACK (SMALL 18 GA)
MALLORY IGNITION
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IGNITION KEY
TO 12 VOLTS
ORIGINAL COIL (+) WIRE
GREEN/ORANGE
FROM POINTS OR
ELECTRONIC IGNITION
AMPLIFIER
FIGURE 22
Installing the HYFIRE 6AL2 with a Late
Model Dodge (with 2-Pin Connector)
RED (SMALL 18 GA)
BLACK/GRAY
WHITE
ORIGINAL COIL (-) WIRE
PART No. 6861M
®
®
HYFIRE 6AL2
AUX RPM LIMITER
TO TACHOMETER
BLUE
YELLOW
RED (LARGE 14 GA)
TO BATTERY POS (+)
TO BATTERY NEG (-)
BLACK (LARGE 14 GA)
GREEN
MAGNETIC PICKUP
NOT USED
GREEN/ORANGE
PURPLE
ORANGE
ORIGINAL COIL (+) WIRE
BLACK/GRAY OR GRAY
AMPLIFIER
BLACK (SMALL 18 GA)
SPLICE HERE
RED (SMALL 18 GA)
TO IGNITION
SWITCH
ORIGINAL COIL (-)
TERMINAL FROM
AMPLIFIER
(+) ORANGE
SPLICE HERE
(-) BLACK (SMALL 18 GA)
WHITE
PART No. 6861M
®
HYFIRE 6AL2
FIGURE 23
Installing the HYFIRE® 6AL2 with
a Typical Import Application
BLUE
AUX RPM LIMITER
YELLOW
TO TACHOMETER
RED (LARGE 14 GA)
TO BATTERY POS (+)
BLACK (LARGE 14 GA)
TO BATTERY NEG (-)
GREEN
MAGNETIC PICKUP
NOT USED
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PURPLE
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FORM 1643
03/05
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