Woodward — Installation (Mounting)
Installation · Governor
From a Woodward service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Before you start
- A misaligned drive shaft could break and could cause an overspeed condition or runaway engine.
Procedure
- Place a gasket between the base of the governor and the engine mounting pad.
- Mount the governor squarely on its mounting pad and in line with the drive.
- Torque the mounting bolts evenly.
- There must be no movement or rocking of the actuator on the engine mounting pad.
- Use the correct coupling; ensure no binding, excessive side loading of the drive shaft, or looseness.
- There must be no force pushing the governor drive shaft into the governor.
- If the engine drive pad is at an angle (0 to 45 degrees maximum), install the governor with the front panel in the upper position.
Specs & values
- Mounting base dimensions for the UG-5.7, UG-8, or UG-10 Dial or Lever Governors are identical.
- If an optional keyed drive is used, refer to the prime-mover manufacturer's specifications for correct backlash and adjustment procedure.
Source: Woodward 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.