Governor System
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
K
L
K
A
Governor Cross Shaft
E
Governor Lever
I
Choke Linkage
M
Flyweight
38
J
H
I
F
A
B
C
Round Head Square
B
Neck Bolt
F
Governor Spring
Throttle Linkage and
J
Spring
N
Regulating Pin
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G
O
M
N
Inside Engine
E
D
C
Lock Washer
G
Speed Control Bracket
Linkage Retainer
K
Bushing
O
Governor Gear
M
D
Nut
H
Control Lever
L
Linkage Spring
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