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A Hercules service procedure — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

  1. 3. After correct speed is obtained lock the screw with the lock nut (G).
  2. 6. Spring eye clip and bolt (H) are utilized to adjust the sensitivity of the governor. Lengthening the
  3. distance (1) from the center of shaft to center of spring eye will decrease the sensitivity of the gov-
  4. ernor action, but will increase over-run (difference between full-load and no-load engine speed).

Source: manual:335813135-Hercules-G1600-Service-Manual.pdf. Figures and steps are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.