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Page 2 - SECTION 1: THEORY OF OPERATION; BASIC ENGINE REQUIREMENTS

2 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 8/94 SECTION 1: THEORY OF OPERATION BASIC ENGINE REQUIREMENTS The spark-ignition 4-cycle engine burns a mixture of AIR and FUEL. The air is controlled by thedriver’s operation of the throttle. The fuel is mixed with the incoming air by the carbu...

Page 3 - METERING SYSTEMS; Idle System

3 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 8/94 METERING SYSTEMS The Edelbrock carburetor has three (3) basic systems that meter fuel to the engine: The Idle System,Primary Main System, and Secondary Main System. By understanding the operation of each you willbe better prepared to calibr...

Page 5 - Metering Rod and Step-Up Function

5 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 8/94 The fuel flow rate in the Main System is proportional to the air flow rate; as air flow increases - fromeither an increase in throttle opening or an increase in engine speed at the same throttle opening -the fuel flow also increases by near...

Page 6 - Secondary Main System:; The Secondary Main System (Figure 5) delivers fuel only when the

6 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 8/94 TRANSIENT CONTROL SYSTEMS In addition to the three (3) basic Metering Systems, there are two (2) Transient Control Systems; TheSecondary Auxiliary System and The Pump System. Secondary Auxiliary System During the initial stages of Secondary...

Page 7 - Pump System; Secondary Auxiliary System

7 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 8/94 “bog” or “flat spot” on secondary opening, it is necessary to add fuel by an auxiliary means during thetime the secondary is in the transient phase. This is accomplished by placing a small Discharge Nozzle (2) at a point just under the Air ...

Page 8 - EXTERNAL DEVICES; Pump

8 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 8/94 EXTERNAL DEVICES The function of your Edelbrock Performer Series carburetor is also dependent on several externaldevices; the fuel pump and air cleaner. Fuel Pumps and Pressure Avoid extremes in fuel pressure. At IDLE, there should not be a...

Page 9 - Air Cleaners; Carburetor Installation Instructions; included with the carburetor; REVISING THE CALIBRATION

9 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 8/94 Air Cleaners Your Edelbrock carburetor was originally calibrated with a low restriction open element air cleanerconfiguration; a 14”x3” Edelbrock Signature Series unit. It was also evaluated for proper metering andvehicle performance using ...

Page 10 - Parts and Equipment

10 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 9/01 To help you calibrate your carburetor, a CALIBRATION REFERENCE CHART has been designed for eachmodel of the Edelbrock Performer Series carburetor. These charts (pages 18—31) each consist of twosections: A Calibration Table and a Rod/Jet Re...

Page 11 - Changing Components; CAUTION: Do not overtighten the Step-Up Piston; IDLE MIXTURE; Winter Fuel Idle Sets

11 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 9/01 Changing Components Metering Rod and Step-Up Spring changes can typically be made in less than five minutes andwithout removing the carburetor. First, loosen the Step-Up Piston Cover Screws (See pg. 32) and twistthe Step-Up Piston Cover Pl...

Page 12 - Long Duration Camshaft; surprised if there is no difference.; Case 1: Faster than base calibration

12 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 8/94 Long Duration Camshaft I f t h e e n g i n e h a s a f a i r l y r a d i c a l c a m s h a f t i t m a y r e q u i r e a n e x c e s s i v e a m o u n t o f t h r o t t l e opening for idle and/or have low idle vacuum levels. Either condit...

Page 13 - Case 2: Slower than base calibration; Do not be surprised. Change back to base calibration.; CALIBRATING THE PART-THROTTLE

13 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 8/94 Case 2: Slower than base calibration Go to 1 stage lean Primaries and 1 lean Secondaries and perform acceleration test #3. • If test #3 is the same as base calibration, go back to the base calibration. • If test #3 is faster than base cali...

Page 14 - CALIBRATING THE POWER MODE STAGING; CHOKE ADJUSTMENT

14 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 1/01 CALIBRATING THE POWER MODE STAGING The Step-Up function, which moves the Metering Rod to the Power Mode, is controlled by the Step-UpSpring. The base calibration has a spring which “stages” rich at 5” Hg. If your vehicle has a mid-throttle...

Page 15 - Figure 9; BEND HERE; Slot Piston Cylinder

15 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual Rev 9/01 Float Drop (15/16" to 1") Figure 9 Float Level (7/16") Figure 8 Fast idle linkage Figure 11 Choke piston linkage Figure 10 BEND HERE TAB C (.100") C (3/64") A A B D .026 Wire Slot Piston Cylinder 7/16” Drill bit 140...

Page 16 - SPECIAL CALIBRATIONS; Carburetor Specifications - All Models

16 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual Rev 1/01 * = Carburetor is certified to meet U.S. Coast Guard Requirements The length of time during which the choke will stay closed is determined by the position of the chokecap. As the choke cap is turned clockwise the choke will stay closed...

Page 17 - Blended Fuels

17 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 9/01 altitude, however, and is to be driven at high altitude temporarily, it is not necessary to repeat thecomplete calibration procedure. Instead, use the rule of: “2% leaner per 1500 feet” and theCalibration Reference Chart for your model car...

Page 18 - High; Lean; Stock Calibration

18 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 12/01 Step 1 Select the combination of Cruise Mode and Power Mode fuel-metering stages desired for your calibration. Normal calibration changes will be within the griddeddiagonal area. That is, Cruise and Power mode changes should be in the sam...

Page 19 - Rod/Jet Reference Chart

19 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 12/01 3 Stages 2 Stages 1 Stage SECONDARY 1 Stage 2 Stages 3 Stages Lean (12%) Lean (8%) Lean (4%) Stock Calibration Rich (4%) Rich (8%) Rich (12%) JET #1423 JET #1424 JET #1425 JET #1426 JET #1427 JET #1429 JET #1430 (.086) (.089) (.092) (.095...

Page 20 - #1405 Calibration Reference Chart / Primary Metering

20 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 8/94 Step 1 Select the combination of Cruise Mode and Power Mode fuel-metering stages desired for your calibration. Normal calibration changes will be within the griddeddiagonal area. That is, Cruise and Power mode changes should be in the same...

Page 22 - #1406 Calibration Reference Chart / Primary Metering

22 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 1/01 Step 1 Select the combination of Cruise Mode and Power Mode fuel-metering stages desired for your calibration. Normal calibration changes will be within the griddeddiagonal area. That is, Cruise and Power mode changes should be in the same...

Page 26 - #1409 Calibration Reference Chart / Primary Metering

26 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 8/94 Step 1 Select the combination of Cruise Mode and Power Mode fuel-metering stages desired for your calibration. Normal calibration changes will be within the griddeddiagonal area. That is, Cruise and Power mode changes should be in the same...

Page 28 - #1411 Calibration Reference Chart / Primary Metering

28 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 8/94 Step 1 Select the combination of Cruise Mode and Power Mode fuel-metering stages desired for your calibration. Normal calibration changes will be within the griddeddiagonal area. That is, Cruise and Power mode changes should be in the same...

Page 32 - Item Description; Exploded View of Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor

32 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 8/94 Item Description 1. Step-up piston cover screws (2) 2. Step-up piston cover plates (2) 3. Step-up pistons (2) 4. Step-up (metering) rods (2) 5. Step-up piston springs (2) 6. Step-up rod retainer springs (2) 7. Pin springs (small) (3) 8. Ch...

Page 34 - Troubleshooting Chart; Possible Solution

Check for air leaks. Make sure carburetor and manifold gaskets seal properly. All outlets must be plugged or connected. Check ignition system. Replace parts as necessary. Adjust timing to proper specifications. Check choke adjustment. See page 14. Change carburetor fuel filter and/or in-line fuel fi...

Page 35 - Symptoms

35 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 8/94 Symptoms Carburetor doesn’t adjust Carburetor floods Fuel leaks at shaft Internal fuel leak Misses or surges Stumbles or loads up Engine won’t idle Rough idle Backfires Bogs Hard starting Lack of power Pinging at moderate cruise Engine sta...

Page 36 - To correct either of these problems, lightly tap the

36 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 3/00 ® Troubleshooting Information Dirt/metal shavings between the needle and seat or a “sticking float”: To correct either of these problems, lightly tap the carburetor fuel inlet area with the handle of a screwdriver. If floodingcontinues, pi...

Page 37 - WARRANTY; Performer Series

37 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 9/01 WARRANTY EDELBROCK warrants its Performer Series Carburetors to be free from defects in material or workmanship. This warranty is valid provided that the product is properlyinstalled, subjected to normal use and service and is not modified...

Page 39 - Edelbrock Carburetor Data Log; keep it with your vehicle records.

39 Edelbrock Performer Series Carburetor Owner’s Manual 8/94 Edelbrock Carburetor Data Log In order to get the most from your Edelbrock carburetor purchase, please complete and mail the enclosed warranty card. Also, you may want to record your calibration settings in the table below and keep it with...