Edelbrock 1400 user manual

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EDELBROCK PERFORMER SERIES EMISSIONS LEGAL CARBURETOR
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600cfm, Electric Choke, EGR, Square-Bore Carburetor
Catalog #1400
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE study these instructions carefully before beginning this installation. Most installations can be accomplished with common tools and
procedures. However, you should be familiar with and comfortable working on your vehicle. If you do not feel comfortable performing this installation,
it is recommended to have the installation completed by a qual

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RECOMMENDED TOOLS ❑ Sockets/wrenches/tubing wrenches ❑ #20 Torx Driver (for electric choke models) ❑ Pliers ❑ Wire crimpers (for electric choke models) ❑ Screwdrivers ❑ Test Meter or Test Light (for electric choke models) ❑ Hacksaw and/or tubing cutter INSTALLATION PROCEDURE FUEL INLET for 3/8” hose (Except marine IDLE MIXTURE SCREWS models #1409 & #1410 which use a 3/8” Left side screw for left side of carb inverted flare fitting) Right side screw for right side of carb CANISTER VAPOR VENT (#

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3. Connect all throttle and transmission linkages and throttle return 9. Start the engine and check for any possible fuel or vacuum leaks. springs. CAUTION: Be alert to carburetor flooding. Flooding can be caused by dirt, small particles of hose cuttings, floats and inlet needles CAUTION: At this point, make sure all throttle and transmission which have settled during shipping. When the fuel pump is turned linkages operate smoothly from idle to wide open throttle (WOT) on or when the engine is f

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The length of time during which the choke will stay closed is determined by the position of the choke cap. As the choke cap is turned clockwise, the choke will stay closed longer. To properly set the choke, turn the choke cap to the leanest notch on the choke housing, tighten the choke housing retaining screws, and run the engine until normal operating temperature is reached. With the engine running, slowly turn the choke cap clockwise until the choke valve begins to close. Now turn the choke Ta

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART (Refer to the chart below for reference) Possible Solutions Check for air leaks. Make sure carburetor and manifold gaskets X X X XXX X X X seal properly. All outlets must be plugged or connected. Check ignition system. Replace parts as necessary. Adjust timing to XXXXXXX X proper specifications. Check choke adjustment. XXX XX X X Change carburetor fuel filter and/or in-line fuel filter. XX XXX Check float level and drop. XX X X X Check idle mixture screw adjustment. XXX X I

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® Edelbrock Corporation � 2700 California St. � Torrance, CA 90503 Tech-Line: 800-416-8628 � E-Mail: Edelbrock@Edelbrock.com Catalog #1400 ©2007 Edelbrock Corporation Rev. 1/07 - RS/mc Brochure #63-0443