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Cummins/Onan — Adjust governor sensitivity

Adjustments

From a Cummins/Onan service manual covering: 10MJC, 15MJC, 3MJA, 4MJA, 5MJB, 705MJB. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

  1. Turn governor spring stud counterclockwise for more sensitivity.
  2. If hunting occurs, adjust for less sensitivity.
  3. Readjust speed after sensitivity change.

Tools required

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Source: Cummins/Onan service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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