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Governor System
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GOVERNOR
Governed speed setting is determined by position of throttle control. It can be variable or constant, depending on
engine application.
Governor is designed to hold engine speed constant under changing load conditions. Most engines are equipped with
a centrifugal fl yweight mechanical governor. Governor gear/fl yweight mechanism of mechanical governor is mounted
inside closure plate and is driven off gear on crankshaft.
Governor Components
F
O
N
M
Inside Engine
M
K
H
G
D
B
E
C
I
J
A
L
K
A
Governor Cross Shaft
B
Round Head Square
Neck Bolt
C
Lock Washer
D
Nut
E
Governor Lever
F
Governor Spring
G
Speed Control Bracket
H
Control Lever
I
Choke Linkage
J
Throttle Linkage and
Spring
K
Linkage Retainer
Bushing
L
Linkage Spring
M
Flyweight
N
Regulating Pin
O
Governor Gear