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Kohler Ford LSG-423 — Governor Throttle Control Rod Adjustment

Adjustments · Mechanical Governor

For the Kohler Ford LSG-423, from the Kohler service manual.

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Before you start

  • Be sure the throttle control rod is properly installed with the long end at the governor to prevent binding on the ignition wires

Procedure

  1. Manually move the governor throttle lever to the maximum open throttle with spring tension on the governor
  2. Check the gap between the carburetor throttle shaft lever and its maximum open position stop; it should be 1/32 to 1/16 inch wide
  3. If adjustment is necessary, loosen the control rod ball joint lock nuts, remove the rod from the carburetor throttle lever and adjust the length of the rod with the ball joints
  4. Install the throttle control rod on the carburetor throttle lever and recheck the gap; tighten the lock nuts

Specs & values

  • Throttle shaft lever gap 1/32 to 1/16 inch

Source: Kohler 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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