Engine Speed Adjustment - MTD P90 series Shop Manual

Engine speed adjustment

Tab
Figure 4.15
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To adjust the engine speed:
1. Start the engine and let it reach operating tempera-
ture.
2. Move the throttle control lever to the full throttle posi-
tion.
3. Measure the engine's speed using a tachometer.
4. Bend the tab, that the governor spring is attached to,
as needed to adjust the engine speed to 3,300 RPM
+ 100. See Figure 4.15.
• Bend the tab up to increase speed.
• Bend the tab down to decrease speed.
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