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Generac 91401256S / Bsc 556 — Adjustment of 65934 Governor

Adjustments · mechanical engine governor

For the Generac 91401256S / Bsc 556, from the Generac service manual.

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Before you start

  • Bumper screw locknut must be tightened before startup or oil will leak.

Procedure

  1. Establish throttle linkage rod length with governor arm aligned to spring tension arm and throttle arm between 1 and 2 o'clock.
  2. Adjust droop adjustment screw so about 3/4 inch of thread shows above upper lock nut; tighten lock nuts.
  3. Turn bumper screw out until about 3 or 4 threads are engaged; tighten lock nut.
  4. Turn speed adjusting screw in until slight tension is felt on governor spring for low speed at startup.
  5. Run engine at no-load and adjust speed screw to 62 Hz.
  6. Stabilize governor with bumper screw to 62 Hz at no-load.
  7. Apply rated load; frequency should not droop more than 4 Hz.
  8. If excessive droop, increase droop spring tension and reset speed screw to 62 Hz at no-load.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • 62 Hz no-load
  • 4 Hz maximum droop

Source: Generac 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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