8-20. ADJUSTMENT OF IDLE SPEED.
a. Pull back the cockpit throttle control lever until it is completely aft and in the closed position. Observe the
engine speed on the tachometer.
b. Adjust the idle speed adjustment screw to obtain from 55O to 650 RPM. Rotate the screw clockwise to
increase the speed of the engine: counterclockwise to decrease the engine speed. The screw is located on the
throttle arm.
—NOTE—
One complete revolution of the carburetor idle screw provides a variation of
approximately 100 RPM in idling speed.
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PIPER AIRCRAFT
PA-28-161 CADET
AIRPLANE MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Issued: FEBRUARY. 28, 1989
POWER PLANT
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