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Cummins/Onan — Adjust governor speed

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. Hold governor spring stud.
  2. Adjust governor spring nut with wrench.
  3. Use reed frequency meter on AC output.
  4. Set speed within range.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • See frequency and speed table

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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