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Cummins/Onan — Governor Rod Length Adjustment

Adjustments

From a Cummins/Onan service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Cummins/Onan NHEL

Before you start

  • Too much pressure on rod can result in faulty adjustment.

Procedure

  1. Loosen lock nut at ball joint end of governor rod.
  2. Unsnap socket from ball.
  3. Push governor rod gently towards carburetor (full-throttle).
  4. Turn socket to lengthen or shorten rod so ball and socket line up.
  5. Snap socket back over ball.
  6. Tighten lock nut while holding socket square.
  7. Rotate governor arm and check for binding; repeat if necessary.

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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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