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Semi-Transistorized Ignition System

The distributor breaker points switch an igniter unit off and on. The igniter then switches primary current, to coil, off and on. Since the igniter can be operated with a very small amount of current flow, arcing at the breaker points is eliminated. Other than the igniter unit, the system operates in a conventional manner.